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$180+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Tampa (SBA - TPA)

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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — TPA
nov. 29 — dic. 61
sáb. 11/29
sáb. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Tampa (TPA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated octubre 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$359
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$180
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$494
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
mié. 12/247:30 amSBA - TPA
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
jue. 12/258:40 amTPA - SBA
1 stop18h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$618
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
lun. 12/226:52 pmSBA - TPA
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/275:24 amTPA - SBA
1 stop9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$633
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/87:44 pmSBA - TPA
1 stop19h 06mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 11/156:51 pmTPA - SBA
1 stop27h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$721
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/88:35 amSBA - TPA
1 stop7h 17mDelta
sáb. 11/151:45 pmTPA - SBA
1 stop9h 55mDelta
Deal found 10/30$722
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
mié. 11/261:03 pmSBA - TPA
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
dom. 11/308:45 pmTPA - SBA
1 stop27h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$808
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
mar. 11/257:19 amSBA - TPA
2 stops13h 09mUnited Airlines
dom. 11/308:45 pmTPA - SBA
1 stop27h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$812

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

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

lun. 1/12

6:00 am-4:17 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Tampa

lun. 1/19

5:37 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$359

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

mar. 4/14

5:00 pm-6:01 am

1 stop10h 01m

Tampa

mié. 4/15

2:47 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$447

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

jue. 12/4

8:25 am-7:03 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$180

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

mié. 12/10

8:25 am-6:01 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$180

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

mar. 12/9

4:59 pm-6:00 am

1 stop10h 01m

$180

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

lun. 12/8

8:25 am-7:03 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$180

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

mié. 12/3

8:25 am-6:01 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$180

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

jue. 12/11

4:59 pm-6:00 am

1 stop10h 01m

$180

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

mié. 12/10

6:10 am-9:09 pm

2 stops11h 59m

$185

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

mar. 12/2

8:25 am-7:03 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$189

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Tampa in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Tampa flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Tampa flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Tampa flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Tampa flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Barbara-Tampa flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Tampa (average of $94). Flying from Santa Barbara to Tampa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $196). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Tampa?

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated octubre 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Tampa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Tampa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Airlines like American Airlines and Delta fly from Santa Barbara to Tampa in about 7h 17m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 44m. Santa Barbara and Tampa are separated by a distance of 2235 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Tampa round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($290), Delta ($308), and United Airlines ($316) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Tampa. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Tampa for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Tampa (average of $94). Flying from Santa Barbara to Tampa in December is currently the most expensive (average of $196). 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 Santa Barbara to Tampa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Tampa. 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 octubre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$290Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$376Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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