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$204+ Cheap flights from Tennessee to Santa Barbara (SBA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — SBA
Mar 26 — Apr 21
Wed 3/26
Wed 4/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Tennessee to Santa Barbara

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Round-trip from

$309
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$204
(Delta)

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September

Average price

$417
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Cheapest flights from Tennessee to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tennessee to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 5/65:20 amTYS - SBA
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/1012:21 pmSBA - TYS
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/21$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 4/56:35 amBNA - SBA
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/96:20 amSBA - BNA
1 stop8h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/21$337
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/117:35 amBNA - SBA
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Mon 4/145:45 amSBA - BNA
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/20$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/116:13 amBNA - SBA
2 stops11h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/149:59 amSBA - BNA
2 stops10h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/20$372
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/225:50 amBNA - SBA
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Fri 4/2512:20 pmSBA - BNA
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/20$374
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/36:15 amMEM - SBA
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Sun 7/65:50 amSBA - MEM
2 stops11h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/19$480
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Wed 6/114:52 pmTYS - SBA
2 stops10h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/155:00 amSBA - TYS
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/20$505
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/412:10 pmMEM - SBA
1 stop10h 20mDelta
Tue 4/89:15 amSBA - MEM
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Deal found 3/20$527
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/43:16 pmMEM - SBA
2 stops10h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/810:57 amSBA - MEM
2 stops8h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/20$537
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 7/24:19 pmBNA - SBA
1 stop27h 38mAlaska Airlines
Wed 7/97:30 pmSBA - BNA
1 stop8h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/20$566
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Thu 6/125:55 pmTYS - SBA
2 stops8h 52mDelta
Mon 6/168:30 amSBA - TYS
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 3/20$723

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tennessee 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tennessee to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Tennessee

Fly to

Santa Barbara

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Depart

Return

Price

KnoxvilleSanta Barbara

TYS - SBA

TYSSBA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 5/6

5:20 am-11:28 am

1 stop9h 08m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/10

12:21 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$309

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

Sat 4/5

6:35 am-12:01 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/9

6:20 am-5:18 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$337

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

Fri 4/11

7:35 am-12:27 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/14

5:45 am-2:05 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$362

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

Fri 4/11

6:13 am-3:33 pm

2 stops11h 20m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/14

9:59 am-10:52 pm

2 stops10h 53m

$372

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

Tue 4/22

5:50 am-11:50 am

1 stop8h 00m

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/25

12:20 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$374

MemphisSanta Barbara

MEM - SBA

MEMSBA

Memphis

Thu 7/3

6:15 am-10:25 am

1 stop6h 10m

Santa Barbara

Sun 7/6

5:50 am-7:40 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$480

KnoxvilleSanta Barbara

TYS - SBA

TYSSBA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Wed 6/11

4:52 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops10h 06m

Santa Barbara

Sun 6/15

5:00 am-2:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$505

MemphisSanta Barbara

MEM - SBA

MEMSBA

Memphis

Fri 4/4

12:10 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/8

9:15 am-7:32 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$527

MemphisSanta Barbara

MEM - SBA

MEMSBA

Memphis

Fri 4/4

3:16 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 43m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/8

10:57 am-9:25 pm

2 stops8h 28m

$537

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

Wed 7/2

4:19 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop27h 38m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/9

7:30 pm-5:40 am

1 stop8h 10m

$566

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Best time to book a flight from Tennessee to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Tennessee to Santa Barbara

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tennessee to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Tennessee to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Tennessee to Santa Barbara. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Tennessee to Santa Barbara as you normally would.

Rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

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

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.

Temperature in Santa Barbara by month

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

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 March 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Tennessee to Santa Barbara have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,278 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tennessee to Santa Barbara. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from Tennessee?

    Most people fly into Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight to Santa Barbara from Tennessee. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Tennessee to Santa Barbara one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $204. United Airlines flights start at $209 while deals on American Airlines start at $214 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Tennessee to Santa Barbara?

    The most popular route from Tennessee to Santa Barbara is Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Santa Barbara. You may also consider Memphis - Santa Barbara or Nashville Intl - Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tennessee 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 Tennessee to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tennessee to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Tennessee to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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 4 airlines flying from Tennessee to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Tennessee 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 March 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$291Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$342Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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