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$953+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Santa Barbara (SBA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SBA
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated January 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,975
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$953
(Qatar Airways)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,052
From South Africa to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/288:50 pmCPT - SBA
2 stops35h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/15:00 amSBA - CPT
3 stops27h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/5$1,975
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/281:40 pmCPT - SBA
2 stops38h 09mEmirates
Sun 2/110:45 amSBA - CPT
2 stops44h 00mEmirates
Deal found 1/7$2,005

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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South Africa

Fly to

Santa Barbara

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/28

8:50 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops35h 40m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/1

5:00 am-6:00 pm

3 stops27h 00m

$1,975

Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/28

1:40 pm-5:49 pm

2 stops38h 09m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/1

10:45 am-4:45 pm

2 stops44h 00m

$2,005

Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/29

12:35 pm-1:53 pm

2 stops59h 18m

$953

Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 1/29

6:05 am-12:36 pm

3 stops40h 31m

$1,675

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Deals found on 1/6

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Santa Barbara?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Santa Barbara (average of $853). Flying from South Africa to Santa Barbara in July is currently the most expensive (average of $965). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Santa Barbara. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from South Africa?

    Most people fly into Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight to Santa Barbara from South Africa. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Santa Barbara?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Santa Barbara in 35h 40m. Fly via United Airlines or Emirates to get the fastest option. South Africa and Santa Barbara are separated by a distance of 10072 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Santa Barbara?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Santa Barbara.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Santa Barbara by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Santa Barbara (average of $853). Flying from South Africa to Santa Barbara in July is currently the most expensive (average of $965). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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