$154 Cheap United flights Chicago (ORD) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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$154 Cheap United flights Chicago (ORD) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $154 for one-way flights and $314 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Sat, Oct 11 - Wed, Oct 15
ORD
Chicago
SBA
Santa Barbara
$314 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$314
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from Chicago to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $314 found 11 hours ago
United
Wed, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 24
ORD
Chicago
SBA
Santa Barbara
$319 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$319
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Chicago to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $319 found 5 days ago
United
Wed, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 24
ORD
Chicago
SBA
Santa Barbara
$322 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$322
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Chicago to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $322 found 5 days ago
United
Sun, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 9
ORD
Chicago
SBA
Santa Barbara
$324 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$324
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from Chicago to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $324 found 5 days ago
United
Wed, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 7
ORD
Chicago
SBA
Santa Barbara
$333 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Chicago to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $333 found 3 hours ago
United
Fri, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 14
ORD
Chicago
SBA
Santa Barbara
$334 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$334
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 10 from Chicago to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Oct 14, priced at $334 found 8 hours ago
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Popular airline
Alaska Airlines
Distance
1798 mi
Average flight time
9 hours 20 mins

Frequently asked questions

How much is a United Airlines flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Finding cheap one-way United Airlines flights from ORD to SBA from $154 on Expedia is easy — just filter by "Price (lowest to highest)." Alternatively, check out our budget-friendly round-trip fares from $314 for your next exciting vacation.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to SBA with United Airlines?
United Airlines flights to Santa Barbara are typically more affordable in the off-peak months of January and February. Whether you're after a one-way or round-trip ticket, you could find a better deal then.
What is the cheapest time to book flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) with United Airlines?
Search for cheap United Airlines flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) one to three months prior to your day of departure. Travelers who book domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance can save 25% compared to those who book just 6 to 12 days ahead. Regardless of fare type and itinerary, the best day of the week to book a domestic flight is usually Sunday and the most expensive is typically Monday. Passengers who book on a Sunday can save 6% on average compared to those who book on a Monday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
Does United Airlines fly nonstop from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Click on the "Nonstop" filter when looking for direct United Airlines flights from ORD to SBA. It's also a great way to compare other carriers servicing the same nonstop route.
What is the earliest United Airlines flight from ORD to SBA?
To find the earliest departure from ORD to SBA with United Airlines, sort your results by "Morning" and "Early Morning." Booking an early flight generally means cancellations are less likely.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports does United Airlines fly into in Santa Barbara?
Board a United Airlines flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Barbara, and you're most likely to land at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). This is the airline's primary hub in this destination.
Why fly with United Airlines from ORD to SBA?
A rewarding loyalty program and the opportunity to collect points through United Mileage Plus are the start of the reasons to travel from ORD to SBA with United Airlines. Plus, when you sign up to our One Key™ program, you can earn OneKeyCash™* on top of United Airlines's loyalty program earnings. It's yours to spend on future travel plans.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.
Can I change or cancel my United Airlines flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Depending on the type of ticket you purchased, a fee may apply if you modify or cancel your flight more than 24 hours after it's been confirmed. To secure plane tickets with more flexibility, select our "No cancel fee" or "Changes included" filter when you look for flights. For more information on changing or canceling your reservation, go to "Trips," select your flight and click on "Manage Booking."

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