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$557+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Spain

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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — MAD
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lun. 8/4
lun. 8/11
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Santa Barbara to Spain flight deals. Data was last updated julio 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$637
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$557
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$939
From Santa Barbara to Spain
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Spain
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Spain. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/136:05 amSBA - MAD
2 stops16h 50mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/204:40 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops27h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$637
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/136:05 amSBA - BCN
2 stops15h 40mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/207:40 amBCN - SBA
2 stops19h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$851
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/1312:22 pmSBA - MAD
1 stop17h 03mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 9/2012:40 pmMAD - SBA
1 stop31h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$854
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/136:30 amSBA - BCN
1 stop22h 30mUnited Airlines
sáb. 9/2012:00 pmBCN - SBA
2 stops20h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$927
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/136:30 amSBA - BCN
3 stops26h 25mAir Canada
sáb. 9/208:00 amBCN - SBA
3 stops23h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 7/29$1,113
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/302:34 pmSBA - MAD
2 stops23h 51mLufthansa
vie. 9/56:20 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops58h 49mLufthansa
Deal found 7/30$1,169
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/135:30 amSBA - BCN
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 9/208:00 amBCN - SBA
3 stops23h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$1,212
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
sáb. 8/306:52 pmSBA - MAD
3 stops36h 18mUnited Airlines
vie. 9/512:45 pmMAD - SBA
2 stops43h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$1,600
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/136:30 amSBA - MAD
3 stops23h 50mAir Canada
sáb. 9/2012:45 pmMAD - SBA
3 stops32h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 7/30$2,567
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/308:13 amSBA - MAD
1 stop16h 22mKLM
vie. 9/510:05 amMAD - SBA
1 stop19h 03mKLM
Deal found 7/30$2,997

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Spain that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Spain

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraMadrid

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/13

6:05 am-7:55 am

2 stops16h 50m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 9/20

4:40 pm-11:31 am

2 stops27h 51m

$637

Santa BarbaraBarcelona

SBA - BCN

SBABCN

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/13

6:05 am-6:45 am

2 stops15h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

sáb. 9/20

7:40 am-6:39 pm

2 stops19h 59m

$851

Santa BarbaraMadrid

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/13

12:22 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop17h 03m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 9/20

12:40 pm-11:31 am

1 stop31h 51m

$854

Santa BarbaraBarcelona

SBA - BCN

SBABCN

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/13

6:30 am-2:00 pm

1 stop22h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

sáb. 9/20

12:00 pm-11:31 pm

2 stops20h 31m

$927

Santa BarbaraBarcelona

SBA - BCN

SBABCN

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/13

6:30 am-5:55 pm

3 stops26h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

sáb. 9/20

8:00 am-10:14 pm

3 stops23h 14m

$1,113

Santa BarbaraMadrid

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

sáb. 8/30

2:34 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops23h 51m

Madrid Barajas

vie. 9/5

6:20 pm-8:09 pm

2 stops58h 49m

$1,169

Santa BarbaraBarcelona

SBA - BCN

SBABCN

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/13

5:30 am-7:50 am

2 stops17h 20m

Barcelona-El Prat

sáb. 9/20

8:00 am-10:14 pm

3 stops23h 14m

$1,212

Santa BarbaraMadrid

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

sáb. 8/30

6:52 pm-4:10 pm

3 stops36h 18m

Madrid Barajas

vie. 9/5

12:45 pm-11:31 pm

2 stops43h 46m

$1,600

Santa BarbaraMadrid

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/13

6:30 am-3:20 pm

3 stops23h 50m

Madrid Barajas

sáb. 9/20

12:45 pm-11:59 am

3 stops32h 14m

$2,567

Santa BarbaraMadrid

SBA - MAD

SBAMAD

Santa Barbara

sáb. 8/30

8:13 am-9:35 am

1 stop16h 22m

Madrid Barajas

vie. 9/5

10:05 am-8:08 pm

1 stop19h 03m

$2,997

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/28

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Spain (average of $543). Flying from Santa Barbara to Spain in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,052). 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 ES?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Spain. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 30, 2025.

When flying from Santa Barbara to Spain, 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 Spain

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Spain. 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 Spain. Reviews last updated julio 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Spain to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,837 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Spain. 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 from for flights from Santa Barbara to Spain?

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

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

    The most popular flight routes from Santa Barbara to Spain are Santa Barbara - Barcelona-El Prat, Santa Barbara - Alicante and Santa Barbara - Madrid Barajas.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Spain (average of $543). Flying from Santa Barbara to Spain in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,052). 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 airline flying from Santa Barbara to Spain

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Spain. 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 julio 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$782Average$1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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