CA $208 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $208 for one-way flights and CA $456 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $246 - CA $701 per traveller.

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Flight from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara (LAX - SBA) route information
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Roundtrip price
CA $456
Distance
141 km
Average flight time
2 hours 15 mins

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With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Santa Barbara from Los Angeles whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Santa Barbara Municipal, too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Los Angeles Intl., LAX to Santa Barbara Municipal, SBA 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Santa Barbara from Los Angeles currently is just CA $456 rising to CA $555.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in September when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Santa Barbara  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

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Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Santa Barbara with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from LAX to SBA?
Round-trip journeys between LAX and SBA start from CA $456. This price is based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book today so you don't miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from LAX to SBA?
Each air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to SBA that have flexible change policies?
Use our "No change fees" filter to find flexible travel options for your flight from LAX to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). This allows you to secure a good price in advance and still have the freedom to make changes without any additional fees. Just keep in mind that fare differences may still apply.
How many hours is the flight from LAX to SBA?
Sit back, choose a movie and 4 hours and 30 minutes will whiz by in the blink of an eye. That's how long it takes to reach SBA from LAX.
How far is the flight from LAX to SBA?
A flight distance of just 140 kilometres separates Los Angeles and Goleta. Once you're up in the air, you won't get a chance to do much more than read the in-flight magazine.
Which airlines fly direct from LAX to SBA?
United Airlines (UA) will get you from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) safely and comfortably. Choose from 52 flights every month on this route.
Are LAX to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes find a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from LAX to Santa Barbara Airport showing up a few weeks prior to the departure date. If you'd rather plan ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continuously — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not all airlines publish prices that far in advance.

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