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Cheap flights to Santa Barbara from C$ 298

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 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
WAS — SBA
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult
Tue 2/4
Tue 9/4

Flights to Santa Barbara in 2024

Find the latest flights to Santa Barbara in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 586,909 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 512

Round-trip from

C$ 280

One-way from

C$ 414
High demand for flights, 6% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From Toronto to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Toronto to Santa Barbara (SBA)

Cheap flights to Santa Barbara in March & April 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Santa Barbara in March and April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 586,909 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to Santa Barbara in March and April 2024. If these prices don't match your budget, be sure to check back soon for more deals.
Tue 23/47:40 a.m.IAD - SBA
1 stop12h 42mAlaska Airlines
Thu 25/46:17 p.m.SBA - IAD
1 stop26h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 609
Tue 23/47:05 a.m.BWI - SBA
1 stop13h 17mAlaska Airlines
Sat 27/46:27 p.m.SBA - BWI
1 stop8h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 617
Sat 27/44:03 p.m.IAD - SBA
1 stop10h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/57:10 p.m.SBA - IAD
1 stop9h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 620
Thu 25/47:40 a.m.IAD - SBA
1 stop12h 42mAlaska Airlines
Thu 2/56:17 p.m.SBA - IAD
2 stops33h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 624
Sat 27/45:30 p.m.IAD - SBA
2 stops9h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/52:00 p.m.SBA - IAD
2 stops12h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 633
Sat 27/46:58 p.m.BWI - SBA
1 stop25h 24mAlaska Airlines
Sat 4/56:27 p.m.SBA - BWI
1 stop8h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 644
Tue 23/47:05 a.m.BWI - SBA
1 stop13h 17mAlaska Airlines
Thu 25/46:17 p.m.SBA - BWI
1 stop8h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 669
Sun 21/47:05 a.m.BWI - SBA
1 stop13h 17mAlaska Airlines
Wed 24/46:17 p.m.SBA - BWI
1 stop8h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 671
Thu 25/44:12 p.m.IAD - SBA
2 stops28h 10mAlaska Airlines
Thu 2/56:17 p.m.SBA - IAD
2 stops33h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 677

Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Santa Barbara in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 586,909 searches and data were last updated on 28 March 2024.
The lowest fares on flights travelling to Santa Barbara in March and April 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 16/74:00 p.m.DCA - SBA
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Thu 25/77:25 a.m.SBA - DCA
1 stop9h 56mDelta
Deal found 27/3C$ 595
Fri 12/72:49 p.m.IAD - SBA
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Fri 19/71:15 p.m.SBA - IAD
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Deal found 27/3C$ 595
Wed 14/811:00 a.m.DCA - SBA
2 stops12h 55mDelta
Tue 20/87:25 a.m.SBA - DCA
1 stop9h 59mDelta
Deal found 27/3C$ 602
Sat 17/810:05 a.m.IAD - SBA
2 stops13h 50mDelta
Sun 25/87:25 a.m.SBA - IAD
1 stop8h 28mDelta
Deal found 27/3C$ 602
Sat 7/912:59 p.m.DCA - SBA
2 stops10h 56mDelta
Thu 12/97:25 a.m.SBA - DCA
2 stops12h 31mDelta
Deal found 27/3C$ 609
Tue 23/47:40 a.m.IAD - SBA
1 stop12h 42mAlaska Airlines
Thu 25/46:17 p.m.SBA - IAD
1 stop26h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 609
Tue 8/104:40 p.m.DCA - SBA
2 stops10h 11mDelta
Tue 15/107:25 a.m.SBA - DCA
1 stop9h 49mDelta
Deal found 26/3C$ 616
Tue 23/47:05 a.m.BWI - SBA
1 stop13h 17mAlaska Airlines
Sat 27/46:27 p.m.SBA - BWI
1 stop8h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 617
Sat 27/44:03 p.m.IAD - SBA
1 stop10h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/57:10 p.m.SBA - IAD
1 stop9h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 620

Flights to Santa Barbara departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Santa Barbara, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 586,909 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Browse some of the flights available to Santa Barbara departing last-minute. It's recommended that you verify the details of your last-minute flight before booking.
Sat 6/45:50 p.m.IAD - SBA
1 stop8h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/45:15 a.m.SBA - IAD
1 stop21h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 1,011
Fri 5/48:28 a.m.BWI - SBA
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/45:15 a.m.SBA - BWI
1 stop15h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 1,011
Fri 5/46:30 a.m.BWI - SBA
2 stops9h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/45:15 a.m.SBA - BWI
1 stop15h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 1,018
Sat 6/46:30 a.m.BWI - SBA
2 stops9h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/46:00 a.m.SBA - BWI
2 stops12h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 1,053
Fri 5/44:10 p.m.IAD - SBA
1 stop8h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/45:15 a.m.SBA - IAD
1 stop12h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 1,120
Fri 5/45:49 a.m.BWI - SBA
1 stop9h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/45:15 a.m.SBA - BWI
1 stop15h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 1,120
Fri 5/412:46 p.m.IAD - SBA
2 stops13h 58mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/45:15 a.m.SBA - IAD
1 stop11h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 1,126
Fri 5/48:28 a.m.BWI - SBA
2 stops10h 34mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/45:15 a.m.SBA - BWI
1 stop15h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 1,126
Fri 5/45:30 p.m.IAD - SBA
2 stops9h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/46:00 a.m.SBA - IAD
2 stops14h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 1,133

One-way flights to Santa Barbara

Explore one-way flight options to Santa Barbara for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 586,909 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available flights travelling to Santa Barbara at this time. Users seeking round-trip flights to Santa Barbara should update the search form at the top of the page accordingly.
Tue 16/74:00 p.m.DCA - SBA
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Deal found 27/3C$ 298
Fri 12/72:49 p.m.IAD - SBA
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Deal found 27/3C$ 298
Mon 15/74:20 p.m.DCA - SBA
2 stops10h 27mDelta
Deal found 27/3C$ 304
Thu 4/72:00 p.m.BWI - SBA
1 stop10h 16mDelta
Deal found 27/3C$ 323
Sun 14/72:49 p.m.IAD - SBA
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Deal found 28/3C$ 338
Sat 13/74:46 p.m.BWI - SBA
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Deal found 27/3C$ 344
Sat 13/74:20 p.m.DCA - SBA
2 stops9h 37mDelta
Deal found 28/3C$ 345
Sat 27/46:58 p.m.BWI - SBA
1 stop18h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 349
Tue 21/57:00 a.m.IAD - SBA
2 stops13h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 359

Find flights to Santa Barbara within your budget

Locate flights to Santa Barbara that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 586,909 searches and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

C$ 595 - C$ 808

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSanta Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 16/7

1 stop8h 16m

Santa Barbara

Sat 20/7

1 stop8h 58m

C$ 595

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSanta Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/7

1 stop9h 27m

Santa Barbara

Fri 19/7

1 stop7h 39m

C$ 595

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSanta Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 14/8

2 stops12h 55m

Santa Barbara

Tue 20/8

1 stop9h 59m

C$ 602

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSanta Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 23/4

1 stop12h 42m

Santa Barbara

Thu 25/4

1 stop26h 42m

C$ 609

Baltimore/WashingtonSanta Barbara

BWI - SBA

BWISBA

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 23/4

1 stop13h 17m

Santa Barbara

Sat 27/4

1 stop8h 23m

C$ 617

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSanta Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 27/4

1 stop10h 41m

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/5

1 stop9h 23m

C$ 620

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSanta Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 25/4

1 stop12h 42m

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/5

2 stops33h 08m

C$ 624

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSanta Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 27/4

2 stops9h 14m

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/5

2 stops12h 21m

C$ 633

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSanta Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 14/6

1 stop8h 59m

Santa Barbara

Mon 17/6

2 stops12h 02m

C$ 808

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Deals found on 27/3

Average price of flights to Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Santa Barbara is currently C$ 329 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 634. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

LAX

Temperature

14 - 23 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to Santa Barbara may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Santa Barbara should consider flying on Tuesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 28 March 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Canada, American Airlines and Delta to Santa Barbara by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
8.1
Very good
11,402 reviews

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

8.1
Very good
11,402 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,402 reviews

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

7.4
Good
11,481 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,402 reviews

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

7.3
Good
15,181 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,402 reviews

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

7.0
Good
6,743 reviews
8.1
Very good
11,402 reviews

Food

7.5

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Four hour delay (missing two screws). Seats in need of repair.

One thing is for sure, you’ll have no problem relaxing in Santa Barbara. The pretty red roofs, white stucco houses And Mediterranean style homes with Spanish influence make travellers on flights to Santa Barbara feel like they stepped into a European paradise. Alas, settled neatly along the Pacific Ocean, this California hot-spot is merely a seaside haven heavily influenced by its historical forefathers. 

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara doesn’t lack in scenery. Between the yachting enthusiasts, retirees, and lively college students from the University of California at Santa Barbara (UCSB), you can’t help but feel comfortable among all the different lifestyles that converge under one sun. Cultural institutions, Spanish and Native American influenced architecture, and a vast array of shopping and nightlife are sure to please even the weariest of travellers. 

And of course, no matter when you book your flight to Santa Barbara, you’ll be completely enamored with its central coast location and jaw-dropping views. So kick back, grab a cocktail, and enjoy the blissful weather, friendly environment, and palm-tree filled scenery that graces Santa Barbara.

Santa Barbara climate

Sunny days and mild evenings are the norm here, so booking a Santa Barbara flight is easy any time of the year. Its unique location allows it to sneak passed inclement weather almost all year round. With mountains to the east, and surrounding coastlines running east and west, Santa Barbara typically sits pretty at around 20 degrees Celsius, raising slightly in the summer, and dipping slightly in the winter. Its coastal climate allows for undying sunlight and soft breezes that create the perfect beachside getaway. 

Getting around Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara doesn’t have much of a public transportation system, so you’ll want to rent a car or ride your bike to get around. Board a waterfront shuttle every 10 minutes along State Street. You can head out to Stearns Wharf, or take another route from Santa Barbara Zoo to the Harbour Way. The buses are mostly used by commuters, but they run all over the city and to surrounding towns for a reasonable price. 

  • When is the best time to fly to Santa Barbara?

    With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, there’s really better time to book flights to Santa Barbara than the present. Peak Season: If you plan on spending most of your time on the beach, then book your Santa Barbara flight in the summer time, when temperatures are most comfortable and there’s little rainfall.  Off-peak Season: Since there is no real off-season here, it’s easy to find cheap flights to Santa Barbara any time of the year.

  • What is good to know if travelling to Santa Barbara?

    Botanic Garden: If you’re booking flights to Santa Barbara and are aching to spend some quality time traipsing in the natural world, look no further than the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. Set on a glorious 65-acre garden, the entire area is full of native flora and fauna for strollers to see. Five trails of cacti, redwoods, and wildflowers are arranged for different experiences, depending on your physical abilities. Easy flat walks are supplemented by narrower, hilly trails. If you’re spending the entire afternoon, make sure to take a tour of Lotusland, where explanations of each species and arrangement are given. Canine friends are welcome, as long as they are well behaved and on leashes.  Zoo: If the kids are restless after the long flight to Santa Barbara, then the zoo is the perfect place to unleash some energy. From preying cats to lively monkeys and slow-moving elephants to and graceful giraffes, animals of all sorts will captivate travellers of any age It’s the penguins, however, that seem to steal the show as they flap around their territories. The squeamish should probably avoid the interactive insect room (with bugs like cockroaches and African millipedes). Intertwined with beautiful gardens, the zoo can also be a nice place for a peaceful walk in the daytime.  Stearn’s Wharf: Just right for any time of day, Stearn’s Wharf can be serene in the morning, bustling in the afternoon, and thrilling in the evening. Jutting out of the southern part of the city, the coastal hot spot was built in 1872 by John Peck Stearn and is known today to be the oldest continuously operating wharf on the West Coast. Partially destroyed by fires in 1998, it has been fully restored, and perfected for visitors. If you book a flight to Santa Barbara craving a little ocean side fun, then Stearn’s Wharf is the quintessential place to walk around for hours, and watch the lights come on at dusk.  Beaches: Whether you’re planning your Santa Barbara travel alone, with friends, or with the whole family, everyone can agree on spending a day at the beach. For fun in the sun, Carpinteria State Beach is a great place to sunbathe, fly a kite, or go swimming. Known for its shallow, calm waters that run for hundreds of feet, Carpinteria has always been deemed one of the safest beaches for children and families to visit. Stroll the mile-long shoreline and back in the sun’s rays to truly enjoy the outdoors.

  • What does SBA mean?

    Santa Barbara Airport is SBA. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara (SBA), located 12.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Santa Barbara.

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