$168+ Cheap flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara (STL - SBA)

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STL — SBA
Jul 30 — Aug 61

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Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) to Santa Barbara (SBA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Round-trip from

$341
(Delta)

One-way from

$168
(Delta)
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 33% potential price drop
From Lambert-St Louis to Santa Barbara
One-way flight from Lambert-St Louis to Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from St. Louis to Santa Barbara?

Friday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from St. Louis to Santa Barbara. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Santa Barbara.

How far in advance should I book a flight from St. Louis to Santa Barbara?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 55 days in advance, which can save you up to 75% on flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 55 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $491. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $654.

What is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Santa Barbara?

The best pricing can be found in the month of April. Prices to Santa Barbara from St. Louis average $401. You can even find prices in April for less than $401, as users have found deals to Santa Barbara from as low as $182. The month of March appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Santa Barbara from St. Louis. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 10%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from STL to SBA?

When flying from St. Louis to Santa Barbara, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 35% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap St. Louis to Santa Barbara flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from St. Louis to Santa Barbara specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/197:39 amSTL - SBA
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/255:30 amSBA - STL
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$377
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/197:39 amSTL - SBA
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/256:33 amSBA - STL
2 stops8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/194:18 pmSTL - SBA
2 stops8h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/256:33 amSBA - STL
2 stops10h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$387
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Mon 8/1911:10 amSTL - SBA
3 stops14h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/256:00 amSBA - STL
2 stops8h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$477

St. Louis to Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between St. Louis and Santa Barbara in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/43:59 pmSTL - SBA
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Wed 10/97:25 amSBA - STL
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Deal found 7/24$341
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/43:59 pmSTL - SBA
2 stops9h 49mDelta
Wed 10/97:25 amSBA - STL
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Deal found 7/24$346
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/176:00 amSTL - SBA
2 stops8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/234:12 pmSBA - STL
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/25$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/46:02 amSTL - SBA
2 stops8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/96:25 amSBA - STL
2 stops9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$361
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/197:39 amSTL - SBA
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/255:30 amSBA - STL
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$377
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/197:39 amSTL - SBA
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/256:33 amSBA - STL
2 stops8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/194:18 pmSTL - SBA
2 stops8h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/256:33 amSBA - STL
2 stops10h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$387
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/219:42 amSTL - SBA
2 stops10h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/241:21 pmSBA - STL
1 stop8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$392
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1711:36 amSTL - SBA
2 stops9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/231:14 pmSBA - STL
2 stops7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/25$403

One-way flights to Santa Barbara from St. Louis

Search for one-way flight options from St. Louis to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1212:58 pmSTL - SBA
1 stop9h 57mDelta
Deal found 7/24$168
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/125:16 amSTL - SBA
2 stops12h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$204
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/126:15 amSTL - SBA
3 stops19h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$331
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/307:00 amSTL - SBA
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$345
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/3010:19 amSTL - SBA
2 stops9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/24$350
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/312:21 pmSTL - SBA
1 stop22h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/24$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/305:22 amSTL - SBA
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/25$488
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/3010:19 amSTL - SBA
2 stops9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/25$493
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Tue 7/304:36 pmSTL - SBA
3 stops19h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/24$526

Find flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

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Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$341 - $477

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Price

Lambert-St LouisSanta Barbara

STL - SBA

STLSBA

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 10/4

1 stop7h 11m

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/9

1 stop6h 50m

$341

Lambert-St LouisSanta Barbara

STL - SBA

STLSBA

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 10/4

2 stops9h 49m

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/9

1 stop6h 50m

$346

Lambert-St LouisSanta Barbara

STL - SBA

STLSBA

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 9/17

2 stops8h 29m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/23

1 stop5h 41m

$351

Lambert-St LouisSanta Barbara

STL - SBA

STLSBA

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 10/4

2 stops8h 27m

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/9

2 stops9h 40m

$361

Lambert-St LouisSanta Barbara

STL - SBA

STLSBA

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 8/19

1 stop6h 54m

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/25

1 stop7h 57m

$377

Lambert-St LouisSanta Barbara

STL - SBA

STLSBA

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 8/19

1 stop6h 54m

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/25

2 stops8h 44m

$382

Lambert-St LouisSanta Barbara

STL - SBA

STLSBA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 11/21

1 stop8h 50m

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/24

1 stop5h 16m

$416

Lambert-St LouisSanta Barbara

STL - SBA

STLSBA

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 10/4

2 stops12h 17m

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/9

3 stops13h 52m

$446

Lambert-St LouisSanta Barbara

STL - SBA

STLSBA

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 8/19

3 stops14h 49m

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/25

2 stops8h 36m

$477

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 7/24

What is the cheapest day to fly from St. Louis to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from St. Louis to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their St. Louis to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from St. Louis to Santa Barbara

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santa Barbara from St. Louis with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 July 25, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from St. Louis to Santa Barbara have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

A/C was not working on the ground so it was 110 degrees on the plane when we boarded and we sat there for almost 40 minutes because Austin’s gate system has not kept up with growth. Not Alaska’s fault 100% but it was miserable.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $341, but on average you can expect to pay $433.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from St. Louis to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Currently priced at $341, Delta will fly you from St. Louis to Santa Barbara and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $351 and $446, respectively. You may be able to fly from St. Louis to Santa Barbara for 34% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from St. Louis to Santa Barbara one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $168. Users have also found prices from $204 and $331 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What does STL to SBA mean?

    STL and SBA are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. STL to SBA refers to a flight route from Lambert-St Louis Airport to Santa Barbara Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your St. Louis to Santa Barbara flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter St. Louis to Santa Barbara flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from St. Louis to Santa Barbara offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from St. Louis to Santa Barbara?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on St. Louis to Santa Barbara flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the St. Louis to Santa Barbara flight deals updated?

    The St. Louis to Santa Barbara flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Santa Barbara (average of $356). Flying from St. Louis to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 2 airlines flying from St. Louis to Santa Barbara

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American AirlinesCheapest$297Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$401Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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