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$94+ Cheap flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara (SEA - SBA)

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 5/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — SBA
May 28 — Jun 41
Thu 5/28
Thu 6/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Santa Barbara are usually found in March or January, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 28, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/265:30 am
SEA
-
SBA
1 stop6h 25m
Delta
Tue 6/24:45 pm
SBA
-
SEA
1 stop7h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/27$187
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/207:08 am
SEA
-
SBA
2 stops6h 31m
United Airlines
Wed 5/274:03 pm
SBA
-
SEA
1 stop7h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/25$192
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 6/33:33 pm
SEA
-
SBA
2 stops8h 11m
United Airlines
Sat 6/68:24 pm
SBA
-
SEA
1 stop4h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/28$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/275:30 am
SEA
-
SBA
1 stop6h 25m
Delta
Mon 6/14:45 pm
SBA
-
SEA
1 stop7h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/27$207
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/284:06 pm
SEA
-
SBA
Nonstop2h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/17:25 pm
SBA
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/26$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Fri 5/295:20 pm
SEA
-
SBA
1 stop5h 25m
United Airlines
Mon 6/16:18 pm
SBA
-
SEA
2 stops7h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/25$228
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 9/103:20 pm
SEA
-
SBA
1 stop6h 32m
American Airlines
Tue 9/151:14 pm
SBA
-
SEA
1 stop6h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/27$231
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 8/275:22 pm
SEA
-
SBA
1 stop5h 22m
United Airlines
Tue 9/12:32 pm
SBA
-
SEA
2 stops6h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/27$236
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/207:08 am
SEA
-
SBA
1 stop4h 59m
United Airlines
Sun 5/247:00 am
SBA
-
SEA
1 stop5h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/25$243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 8/57:00 am
SEA
-
SBA
1 stop4h 52m
United Airlines
Wed 8/196:30 am
SBA
-
SEA
2 stops7h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/25$251

Find flight deals from Seattle to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) to Santa Barbara (SBA). 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 April 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$187
(Delta)

One-way from

$94
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$297

Good round-trip deal

$257 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara 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 April 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 6/3

5:35 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Santa Barbara

Sun 6/7

7:50 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$207

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 5/20

7:08 am-12:07 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/24

7:00 am-12:34 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$243

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 5/26

5:06 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/2

6:18 pm-1:13 am

2 stops6h 55m

$272

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 8/3

5:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/7

4:40 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 40m

$316

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 5/22

11:03 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop20h 54m

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/29

7:25 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$320

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 8/5

5:55 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 20m

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/9

1:25 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$348

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 8/5

5:55 am-12:55 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/19

1:45 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$349

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 8/20

5:30 am-9:30 am

1 stop4h 00m

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/23

1:25 pm-12:50 am

2 stops11h 25m

$350

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 9/10

6:29 am-1:42 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/14

2:32 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops8h 52m

$360

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 6/11

7:00 am-11:52 am

1 stop4h 52m

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/19

6:18 pm-1:29 am

2 stops7h 11m

$381

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Deals found on 4/24

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Compare providers for flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Seattle to Santa Barbara in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Seattle-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Seattle-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seattle-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seattle-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Seattle-Santa Barbara 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara

How far ahead should I book a flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

The price you pay for your flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 61 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara (average of $222). Flying from Seattle to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SEA to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle to Santa Barbara. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 28, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara as you normally would.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. 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 Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated April 28, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara, such as Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andHawaiian Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,309 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,837 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,672 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

    If you wish to fly to Santa Barbara from Seattle, then you need to book flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Santa Barbara. There is 1 flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) to Santa Barbara (SBA) per day to choose from. Flights to Santa Barbara from Seattle/Tacoma Intl are available from 4 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 31m is how long a nonstop flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara typically takes.

  • How popular is this Seattle to Santa Barbara flight route?

    The Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Santa Barbara flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Airlines like Southwest, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines fly from Seattle to Santa Barbara in about 4h 59m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 55m. The distance from Seattle to Santa Barbara is about 908 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Alaska Airlines ($137), Southwest ($166), and Hawaiian Airlines ($177) offers the cheapest pricing from Seattle to Santa Barbara. Users have found that Alaska Airlines is 52% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Seattle to Santa Barbara one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $78 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $78 and United Airlines from $93 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

    Consider Alaska Airlines (85%), Hawaiian Airlines (85%) or Qatar Airways (79%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Seattle to Santa Barbara.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

    On average you can expect to pay $263 for a flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara. The cheapest flight overall is $98 while the most popular route, (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Santa Barbara) is currently priced at $187.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara (average of $222). Flying from Seattle to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara. 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 April 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$137Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$177Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$197Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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