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$1,957+ Cheap flights from South Africa to Santa Barbara (SBA)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — SBA
Jan 8 — Jan 151
Thu 1/8
Thu 1/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Santa Barbara

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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Thu 2/128:50 pmCPT - SBA
2 stops34h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/165:00 amSBA - CPT
2 stops25h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/8$1,957

Find 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 December 9, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,957
(United Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,157
From South Africa to Santa Barbara
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($84 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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

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Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/12

8:50 pm-9:16 pm

2 stops34h 26m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/16

5:00 am-4:10 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$1,957

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Deals found on 12/8

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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 $852). Flying from South Africa to Santa Barbara in July is currently the most expensive (average of $963). 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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  • 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 34h 26m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. South Africa and Santa Barbara are separated by a distance of 10072 mi.

  • 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 $852). Flying from South Africa to Santa Barbara in July is currently the most expensive (average of $963). 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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