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$159+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Vancouver Intl (YVR)

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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — YVR
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Tue 8/26
Tue 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Vancouver Intl (YVR). 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 August 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$362
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$555
From Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Sat 9/136:30 amSBA - YVR
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/207:00 amYVR - SBA
1 stop4h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$362
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Tue 9/237:39 pmSBA - YVR
1 stop4h 36mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/267:07 pmYVR - SBA
1 stop24h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/20$385
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/116:52 pmSBA - YVR
1 stop18h 20mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/123:30 pmYVR - SBA
2 stops20h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/20$407
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Thu 9/117:39 pmSBA - YVR
1 stop13h 59mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/127:07 pmYVR - SBA
1 stop24h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/21$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Sat 9/272:04 pmSBA - YVR
1 stop20h 51mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/58:50 pmYVR - SBA
1 stop17h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/21$416
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Sat 9/1312:22 pmSBA - YVR
1 stop22h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/206:00 amYVR - SBA
2 stops12h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$426
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/2712:40 pmSBA - YVR
2 stops8h 18mDelta
Sun 10/56:45 amYVR - SBA
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/21$449
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Fri 10/107:40 pmSBA - YVR
1 stop13h 58mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/136:00 pmYVR - SBA
1 stop24h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/19$451
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Tue 9/236:05 amSBA - YVR
2 stops15h 14mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/266:00 amYVR - SBA
2 stops12h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$454

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl 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 August 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Vancouver Intl

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/13

6:30 am-1:12 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 9/20

7:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop4h 59m

$362

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/23

7:39 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 36m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 9/26

7:07 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop24h 42m

$385

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/11

6:52 pm-1:12 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 9/12

3:30 pm-11:59 am

2 stops20h 29m

$407

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/11

7:39 pm-9:38 am

1 stop13h 59m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 9/12

7:07 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop24h 42m

$408

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/27

2:04 pm-10:55 am

1 stop20h 51m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 10/5

8:50 pm-2:42 pm

1 stop17h 52m

$416

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/13

12:22 pm-10:45 am

1 stop22h 23m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 9/20

6:00 am-6:39 pm

2 stops12h 39m

$426

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/27

12:40 pm-8:58 pm

2 stops8h 18m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 10/5

6:45 am-4:05 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$449

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Fri 10/10

7:40 pm-9:38 am

1 stop13h 58m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 10/13

6:00 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop24h 41m

$451

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/23

6:05 am-9:19 pm

2 stops15h 14m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 9/26

6:00 am-6:39 pm

2 stops12h 39m

$454

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/18

12:22 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$159

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of $258). Flying from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $407). 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 YVR?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 21, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 32% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Vancouver Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Vancouver Intl. 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 Vancouver Intl. Reviews last updated August 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Air Canada from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl. 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 Vancouver Intl?

    If you book a flight to Vancouver Intl from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara. There are 0 flights from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl Airport?

    For as low as $385, United Airlines can have you in Vancouver Intl Airport from Santa Barbara in 4h 36m. Santa Barbara and Vancouver Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 1034 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Air Canada is currently your cheapest option to Vancouver Intl Airport, with prices starting at $306. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $336 and $388, respectively. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl 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 Vancouver Intl Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of $258). Flying from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $407). 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Vancouver Intl. 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 August 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$306Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$388Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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