In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Barbara ranges from 0.0 - 3.5 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Santa Barbara when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

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).

What is the cheapest month to fly from State College to Santa Barbara?

Flights from State College to Santa Barbara lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from State College to Santa Barbara in August, with the cheapest ticket starting at $250.

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

When flying from State College to Santa Barbara, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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Average price	$408

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Mon 8/253:07 pmSCE - SBA

2 stops9h 50mAmerican Airlines

Sat 8/3012:14 pmSBA - SCE

2 stops23h 28mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$412

Tue 8/192:04 pmSCE - SBA

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Mon 8/256:52 pmSBA - SCE

3 stops16h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$424

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Mon 8/253:07 pmSCE - SBA

2 stops9h 50mAmerican Airlines

Sat 8/3012:14 pmSBA - SCE

2 stops23h 28mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/30

$412

Tue 8/192:04 pmSCE - SBA

2 stops12h 55mUnited Airlines

Mon 8/256:52 pmSBA - SCE

3 stops16h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$424

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Tue 8/192:04 pmSCE - SBA

2 stops12h 55mUnited Airlines

Mon 8/256:52 pmSBA - SCE

2 stops11h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/29

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2 stops23h 28mAmerican Airlines

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$412

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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 $353). Flying from State College to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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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United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,896 reviews

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1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

The boarding experience was okay. The dietary food choices were limited, the midway snacks were hard and dry. The seat was uncomfortable - stiff seat cushion, seat back kept springing back to the upright position, narrow seat width. Love the app and the ability to track my luggage. Flight crew was efficient.

United Airlines

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8,896 reviews

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8,896 reviews

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1 / 20

4.0

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Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

American Airlines

7.2

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10,000 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,896 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Thomas,Apr 2025

TPE - SFO

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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 $353). Flying from State College to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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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