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Cheap flights from South Bend to Santa Barbara (SBN - SBA)

SBN — SBA
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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October

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Best time to book a flight from South Bend to Santa Barbara

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to Santa Barbara (average of $80). Flying from South Bend to Santa Barbara in January is currently the most expensive (average of $122). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from South Bend to Santa Barbara by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

LHR - SAN

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

LHR - SAN

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from South Bend to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($384), offers the cheapest pricing from South Bend to Santa Barbara.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Bend to Santa Barbara (average of $80). Flying from South Bend to Santa Barbara in January is currently the most expensive (average of $122). 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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Top airline flying from South Bend to Santa Barbara

Discover the top airline that operate flights from South Bend to Santa Barbara. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$384Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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