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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Barbara from C$ 325

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 13/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SBA
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 December 2025.

Sat 13/128:45 a.m.YVR - SBA
2 stops14h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 17/126:00 a.m.SBA - YVR
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 932
Sat 13/121:32 p.m.YVR - SBA
1 stop22h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 17/1212:30 p.m.SBA - YVR
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/12C$ 1,041

Find flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 12 December 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 365

One-way from

C$ 325

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 610
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 7/1-14/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 33h 43m total
  • Vancouver to Santa Barbara
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 13/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 15h 33m total
  • Vancouver to Santa Barbara
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (C$ 60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Fly from

Vancouver Intl

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverSanta Barbara

YVR - SBA

YVRSBA

Vancouver Intl

Wed 7/1

5:45 p.m.-1:53 p.m.

1 stop20h 08m

Santa Barbara

Wed 14/1

7:20 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

2 stops13h 35m

C$ 365

VancouverSanta Barbara

YVR - SBA

YVRSBA

Vancouver Intl

Sat 31/1

6:00 a.m.-1:53 p.m.

1 stop7h 53m

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/2

2:45 p.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop6h 10m

C$ 401

VancouverSanta Barbara

YVR - SBA

YVRSBA

Vancouver Intl

Tue 20/1

6:20 a.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops15h 35m

Santa Barbara

Thu 22/1

4:59 p.m.-10:47 a.m.

2 stops17h 48m

C$ 425

VancouverSanta Barbara

YVR - SBA

YVRSBA

Vancouver Intl

Tue 27/1

6:20 a.m.-4:16 p.m.

2 stops9h 56m

Santa Barbara

Thu 29/1

4:59 p.m.-6:44 p.m.

2 stops25h 45m

C$ 425

VancouverSanta Barbara

YVR - SBA

YVRSBA

Vancouver Intl

Tue 20/1

6:00 a.m.-7:47 p.m.

2 stops13h 47m

Santa Barbara

Thu 22/1

7:20 a.m.-8:55 p.m.

2 stops13h 35m

C$ 443

VancouverSanta Barbara

YVR - SBA

YVRSBA

Vancouver Intl

Tue 27/1

7:55 a.m.-1:53 p.m.

1 stop5h 58m

Santa Barbara

Thu 29/1

7:20 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

2 stops11h 25m

C$ 466

VancouverSanta Barbara

YVR - SBA

YVRSBA

Vancouver Intl

Fri 13/2

6:20 a.m.-9:53 p.m.

2 stops15h 33m

C$ 325

VancouverSanta Barbara

YVR - SBA

YVRSBA

Vancouver Intl

Fri 13/2

1:55 p.m.-9:16 p.m.

1 stop7h 21m

C$ 354

VancouverSanta Barbara

YVR - SBA

YVRSBA

Vancouver Intl

Fri 13/2

5:45 p.m.-7:51 p.m.

3 stops26h 06m

C$ 623

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Deals found on 11/12

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Barbara (average of C$ 99). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 134). 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 YVR to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl 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 12 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Barbara in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 5% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 12 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and Air Canada from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Barbara 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,516 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver Intl 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from Vancouver Intl?

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from Vancouver Intl, you will be flying to Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 12.8 km from the centre of Santa Barbara. There are 0 flights from Vancouver Intl to Santa Barbara per day from 2 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Barbara can take about 15h 35m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 425. The distance between Vancouver Intl Airport and Santa Barbara is about 1664 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Barbara round-trip from C$ 371. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Barbara (average of C$ 99). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 134). 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 2 airlines flying from Vancouver Intl to Santa Barbara

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapestC$ 371AverageC$ 610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 381AverageC$ 631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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