How long is the flight from Waco to Santa Barbara?

Departing from Waco to Santa Barbara will take you 8h 54m. There are 1321 mi between Waco and Santa Barbara.

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).

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

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How long is the flight from Waco to Santa Barbara?
Departing from Waco to Santa Barbara will take you 8h 54m. There are 1321 mi between Waco and Santa Barbara.
Can I find deals for flights from Waco to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Waco to Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Waco to Santa Barbara?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Waco to Santa Barbara.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Waco to Santa Barbara?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Waco 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 Waco to Santa Barbara?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Waco to Santa Barbara (average of $49). Flying from Waco to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $106). 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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