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$119+ Cheap flights from Texas 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — SBA
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Texas to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from Texas to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Texas to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/72:33 pm
AUS
-
SBA
1 stop5h 57m
American Airlines
Tue 4/141:27 pm
SBA
-
AUS
1 stop6h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$237
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/223:13 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop9h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/296:00 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop6h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/28$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1812:06 pm
AUS
-
SBA
1 stop8h 19m
American Airlines
Fri 2/2012:37 pm
SBA
-
AUS
1 stop5h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/28$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Sat 5/97:25 am
AUS
-
SBA
2 stops8h 14m
United Airlines
Sun 5/176:15 am
SBA
-
AUS
1 stop7h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$260
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/307:15 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop6h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/26:00 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop6h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/187:20 am
AUS
-
SBA
2 stops10h 54m
Delta
Fri 2/205:40 am
SBA
-
AUS
1 stop6h 15m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$270
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/277:00 pm
AUS
-
SBA
1 stop20h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 3/62:38 pm
SBA
-
AUS
1 stop21h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/28$273
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/307:15 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop6h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/42:53 pm
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop21h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/26$273
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 2/271:57 pm
AUS
-
SBA
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Fri 3/61:02 pm
SBA
-
AUS
2 stops7h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Sat 5/168:00 am
AUS
-
SBA
1 stop7h 39m
United Airlines
Sun 5/246:00 am
SBA
-
AUS
1 stop6h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$283
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/246:00 am
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop9h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/47:21 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop7h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/257:35 am
SAT
-
SBA
1 stop6h 20m
Delta
Wed 3/44:59 pm
SBA
-
SAT
1 stop5h 42m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$327

Find flight deals from Texas to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Texas to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$237
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$181

Good round-trip deal

$453 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Texas 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Texas to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Texas

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Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 4/22

3:13 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/29

6:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$237

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 4/7

5:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/14

1:27 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$242

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 5/9

7:11 am-12:07 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/17

6:15 am-3:51 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$255

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 2/18

12:06 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/20

12:37 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$255

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 4/30

7:15 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/2

6:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$263

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 2/18

7:20 am-4:14 pm

2 stops10h 54m

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/20

5:40 am-1:55 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$270

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 2/19

7:37 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/23

2:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$273

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 2/27

7:00 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop20h 47m

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/6

2:38 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 57m

$273

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 4/30

7:15 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/4

2:53 pm-2:13 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$273

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 2/27

1:57 pm-5:07 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/6

1:02 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops7h 53m

$278

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Best time to book a flight from Texas to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Texas to Santa Barbara (average of $59). Flying from Texas to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $86). 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 TX to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Texas 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 January 29, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Texas to Santa Barbara

Explore weekly flight availability from Texas to Santa Barbara. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

The most flights from USTX to SBA are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Texas 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 Texas?

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Santa Barbara from Texas.

  • How long is the flight from Texas to Santa Barbara?

    A quick flight from Texas to Santa Barbara can take about 6h 56m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $255. The distance from Texas to Santa Barbara is about 1323 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Texas to Santa Barbara are United Airlines ($98), American Airlines ($118), and Southwest ($151).

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

    When deciding which route to take from Texas to Santa Barbara consider Dallas/Fort Worth - Santa Barbara, Austin Bergstrom - Santa Barbara or Houston Hobby - Santa Barbara as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Texas to Santa Barbara?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Texas to Santa Barbara are Qatar Airways (90%), Envoy Air (90%) and American Airlines (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Texas to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest flight price from Texas to Santa Barbara is $375. On average you can expect to pay $466. The most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Santa Barbara), can usually be booked for $325.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Texas to Santa Barbara (average of $59). Flying from Texas to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $86). 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 Texas to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Texas 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$224Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$268Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$284Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$284Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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