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$419+ Cheap flights from State College to Santa Barbara (SCE - 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 12/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SCE — SBA
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 12/131:58 pmSCE - SBA
2 stops12h 46mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/166:48 pmSBA - SCE
2 stops12h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/136:00 amSCE - SBA
2 stops13h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/166:10 amSBA - SCE
2 stops9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$530
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 11/1410:50 amSCE - SBA
2 stops14h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/162:30 pmSBA - SCE
2 stops16h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$558
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/241:58 pmSCE - SBA
2 stops12h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/16:50 pmSBA - SCE
3 stops16h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$664

Cheap flight deals from State College to Santa Barbara

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State CollegeSanta Barbara

SCE - SBA

SCESBA

State College University Park

Sat 12/13

1:58 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops12h 46m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/16

6:48 pm-10:10 am

2 stops12h 22m

$419

State CollegeSanta Barbara

SCE - SBA

SCESBA

State College University Park

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-4:02 pm

2 stops13h 02m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/16

6:10 am-10:41 pm

2 stops13h 31m

$530

State CollegeSanta Barbara

SCE - SBA

SCESBA

State College University Park

Fri 11/14

10:50 am-10:29 pm

2 stops14h 39m

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/16

2:30 pm-10:10 am

2 stops16h 40m

$558

State CollegeSanta Barbara

SCE - SBA

SCESBA

State College University Park

Mon 11/24

1:58 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops12h 46m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/1

6:50 pm-2:04 pm

3 stops16h 14m

$664

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Deals found on 10/28

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State College to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State College to Santa Barbara (average of $178). Flying from State College to Santa Barbara in April is currently the most expensive (average of $400). 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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  • How long is the flight from State College to Santa Barbara?

    There are many flights that can get you from State College to Santa Barbara in 12h 46m. Fly via United Airlines or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2316 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from State College to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from State College to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from State College 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 State College to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State College to Santa Barbara (average of $178). Flying from State College to Santa Barbara in April is currently the most expensive (average of $400). 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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