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$1,305+ 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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — JNB
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$1,305
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,620
From Santa Barbara to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($49 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to South Africa
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 11/198:20 amSBA - CPT
1 stop24h 55mDelta
Sun 11/239:30 pmCPT - SBA
1 stop32h 44mDelta
Deal found 6/29$1,305
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 11/196:50 pmSBA - CPT
3 stops35h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/238:50 pmCPT - SBA
2 stops36h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,349

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South Africa

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Santa BarbaraCape Town

SBA - CPT

SBACPT

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/19

8:20 am-7:15 pm

1 stop24h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/23

9:30 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop32h 44m

$1,305

Santa BarbaraCape Town

SBA - CPT

SBACPT

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/19

6:50 pm-4:10 pm

3 stops35h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 11/23

8:50 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops36h 54m

$1,349

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Deals found on 6/29

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Santa Barbara to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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 July 1, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated July 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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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.

  • 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.

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  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to South Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Santa Barbara to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,689). 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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