$149 Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Tucson (TUS)

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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson (SBA-TUS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $149 for one-way flights and $282 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 10
SBA
Santa Barbara
TUS
Tucson
$282 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from Santa Barbara to Tucson, returning Sat, Jan 10, priced at $282 found 18 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 20
SBA
Santa Barbara
TUS
Tucson
$282 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$282
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from Santa Barbara to Tucson, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $282 found 6 days ago
Delta
Fri, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 8
SBA
Santa Barbara
TUS
Tucson
$290 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$290
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from Santa Barbara to Tucson, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $290 found 4 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Sat, Feb 28
SBA
Santa Barbara
TUS
Tucson
$292 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$292
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 25 from Santa Barbara to Tucson, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $292 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 18
SBA
Santa Barbara
TUS
Tucson
$297 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Santa Barbara to Tucson, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $297 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
SBA
Santa Barbara
TUS
Tucson
$297 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Santa Barbara to Tucson, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $297 found 23 hours ago
United
Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
SBA
Santa Barbara
TUS
Tucson
$297 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Santa Barbara to Tucson, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $297 found 23 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 18
SBA
Santa Barbara
TUS
Tucson
$297 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Santa Barbara to Tucson, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $297 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
SBA
Santa Barbara
TUS
Tucson
$302 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$302
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Santa Barbara to Tucson, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $302 found 23 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Wed, Feb 18
SBA
Santa Barbara
TUS
Tucson
$305 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$305
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Santa Barbara to Tucson, returning Wed, Feb 18, priced at $305 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Tucson (TUS)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $191 - $1,204 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Tucson

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Tucson Intl. TUS. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 14 minutes. Flights from $372
TUS
Tucson Intl.
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Average driving time to city center14 min
Flights from $372

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $149 or cheap return flight from $282 from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
January is the least expensive month to fly from SBA to TUS. Traveling during quieter months is often the key to landing a great deal.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare airlines, flight times and fares all in one place. Tailor the search to your trip, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest SBA to TUS flight.
How many flights per day from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
There are no daily nonstop flights departing from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS). But you can choose flights with layovers. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops, and you'll be cruising above the clouds in no time at all.
What day of the week has the most flights from SBA to TUS?
Usually you'll find the largest variety of flight choices on a Friday. Tuesdays are often the quietest.* But this can vary based on the season, airline and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
Select a flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Later departures are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SBA to TUS right before your journey is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your departure times and dates, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SBA to TUS flight and hotel package?
Securing a SBA to TUS flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels all in one place. Select from our extensive range of stays and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Tucson Intl. Airport (TUS)?
If you reserved your SBA to TUS flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more information.

Travel information

Origin airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Destination airport
Tucson Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$282
Distance
537 mi

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Santa Barbara to Tucson Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Santa Barbara to Tucson

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Tucson

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Santa Barbara to Tucson

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Santa Barbara to Tucson in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $149 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Santa Barbara to Tucson flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Santa Barbara to Tucson airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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