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$1,311+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to South Africa

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 3/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — JNB
Nov 16 — Nov 231
Sun 11/16
Sun 11/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to South Africa

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Round-trip from

$1,331
(Delta)

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December

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January

Average price

$1,188
From Santa Barbara to South Africa
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 17, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/68:35 amSBA - CPT
1 stop24h 40mDelta
Thu 11/139:30 pmCPT - SBA
1 stop33h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/16$1,331
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Thu 11/66:05 amSBA - CPT
2 stops24h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/158:50 pmCPT - SBA
2 stops34h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/16$1,336
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 11/98:25 amSBA - CPT
1 stop24h 50mDelta
Wed 11/1911:45 pmCPT - SBA
2 stops30h 55mDelta
Deal found 10/16$1,373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 11/98:25 amSBA - CPT
1 stop24h 50mDelta
Fri 11/149:30 pmCPT - SBA
1 stop33h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/16$1,384
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/98:25 amSBA - CPT
2 stops51h 30mKLM
Sat 11/158:00 amCPT - SBA
2 stops46h 40mKLM
Deal found 10/16$1,388
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/75:01 pmSBA - CPT
2 stops40h 14mDelta
Fri 11/149:30 pmCPT - SBA
2 stops28h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/16$1,389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sun 11/304:59 pmSBA - CPT
2 stops40h 16mDelta
Sun 12/79:30 pmCPT - SBA
2 stops34h 43mDelta
Deal found 10/16$1,465
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Tue 11/118:25 amSBA - CPT
2 stops27h 30mDelta
Fri 11/148:00 amCPT - SBA
2 stops46h 40mDelta
Deal found 10/16$1,467
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sat 11/88:35 amSBA - CPT
1 stop24h 40mDelta
Sun 11/169:30 pmCPT - SBA
1 stop33h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/16$1,468
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sat 11/88:35 amSBA - CPT
1 stop24h 40mDelta
Thu 11/139:30 pmCPT - SBA
1 stop33h 10mDelta
Deal found 10/16$1,494
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sat 11/88:35 amSBA - CPT
1 stop24h 40mDelta
Fri 11/149:30 pmCPT - SBA
2 stops28h 36mDelta
Deal found 10/16$1,499
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Sat 11/88:35 amSBA - CPT
1 stop24h 40mDelta
Sat 11/158:50 pmCPT - SBA
2 stops35h 13mDelta
Deal found 10/16$1,521

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to South Africa 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 October 17, 2025.
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Santa BarbaraCape Town

SBA - CPT

SBACPT

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/21

12:44 pm-8:05 am

2 stops34h 21m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/25

6:55 pm-9:57 pm

2 stops36h 02m

$1,311

Santa BarbaraCape Town

SBA - CPT

SBACPT

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/6

8:35 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/13

9:30 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,331

Santa BarbaraCape Town

SBA - CPT

SBACPT

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/8

5:30 am-4:10 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/15

8:50 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops26h 17m

$1,336

Santa BarbaraCape Town

SBA - CPT

SBACPT

Santa Barbara

Fri 11/7

7:29 am-6:00 pm

2 stops24h 31m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/14

8:50 pm-6:01 pm

2 stops31h 11m

$1,336

Santa BarbaraCape Town

SBA - CPT

SBACPT

Santa Barbara

Fri 11/7

5:01 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops40h 14m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/16

9:30 pm-4:09 pm

2 stops28h 39m

$1,336

Santa BarbaraCape Town

SBA - CPT

SBACPT

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/9

8:25 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/16

9:30 pm-10:03 pm

2 stops34h 33m

$1,336

Santa BarbaraCape Town

SBA - CPT

SBACPT

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/12

6:05 am-6:00 pm

2 stops25h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/19

8:50 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops26h 17m

$1,336

Santa BarbaraCape Town

SBA - CPT

SBACPT

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/9

6:00 am-6:00 pm

2 stops26h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/19

8:50 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops26h 17m

$1,336

Santa BarbaraCape Town

SBA - CPT

SBACPT

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/8

5:59 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops39h 16m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/16

9:30 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,336

Santa BarbaraCape Town

SBA - CPT

SBACPT

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/8

5:59 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops39h 16m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 11/18

9:30 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop33h 10m

$1,336

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/16

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to South Africa (average of $776). Flying from Santa Barbara to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,077). 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 SBA to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 17, 2025.

When flying from Santa Barbara to South Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight at noon.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to South Africa?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Barbara to South Africa. It is only a 8.0 mi journey to Santa Barbara (SBA) from Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to South Africa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to South Africa in 24h 40m. Fly via American Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 10072 mi between Santa Barbara and South Africa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to South Africa 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 Santa Barbara to South Africa?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to South Africa (average of $776). Flying from Santa Barbara to South Africa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,077). 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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