$167 Cheap Flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara (ATL-SBA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $167 for one-way flights and $333 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 9
ATL
Atlanta
SBA
Santa Barbara
$333 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Atlanta to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $333 found 13 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8
ATL
Atlanta
SBA
Santa Barbara
$343 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$343
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Atlanta to Santa Barbara, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $343 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 27
ATL
Atlanta
SBA
Santa Barbara
$348 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$348
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Atlanta to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $348 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 11
ATL
Atlanta
SBA
Santa Barbara
$348 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$348
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Atlanta to Santa Barbara, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $348 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 9
ATL
Atlanta
SBA
Santa Barbara
$351 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$351
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from Atlanta to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $351 found 13 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Wed, Aug 20
ATL
Atlanta
SBA
Santa Barbara
$359 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$359
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Atlanta to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $359 found 1 day ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 13
ATL
Atlanta
SBA
Santa Barbara
$359 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$359
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Atlanta to Santa Barbara, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $359 found 2 days ago
United
Sat, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 12
ATL
Atlanta
SBA
Santa Barbara
$363 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$363
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from Atlanta to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $363 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 8
ATL
Atlanta
SBA
Santa Barbara
$366 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$366
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 5 from Atlanta to Santa Barbara, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $366 found 12 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 30
ATL
Atlanta
SBA
Santa Barbara
$382 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$382
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Atlanta to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Sep 30, priced at $382 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta (ATL) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $291 - $887 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Santa Barbara

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

Select flight to Santa Barbara Municipal SBA. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 12 minutes. Flights from $659
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $659
Flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
Origin airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
Destination airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$333
Distance
2016 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 53 mins

Atlanta to Santa Barbara Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Atlanta to Santa Barbara

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 Atlanta to Santa Barbara are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara: 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 Atlanta to Santa Barbara

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 Atlanta to Santa Barbara in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $167 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 Atlanta to Santa Barbara 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 Atlanta to Santa Barbara 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.

 

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

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) cost?
Book cheap return flights starting from $499 from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Delta flight leaving ATL on July 10 2025 and touching down at SBA. The price was last updated on June 28 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ATL to SBA?
The cheapest flights from ATL to SBA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
You can fly nonstop from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) on a Delta Air Lines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ATL to SBA?
Currently, the cheapest carrier offering one-way flights from ATL to SBA is Delta. You can book a seat on this route from $349. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ATL on August 25 2025. Prices were last updated on June 28 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs daily from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). Need other options? Use our filters to find flights with layovers and explore a new city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
More travelers fly between ATL and SBA at 7 PM than at any other point in the day. Prefer a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ATL to SBA?
If you fly on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA).
What is the earliest flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
The first flight of the day departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) is at around 7:05PM UTC-5. Board this flight and you'll land at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) at approximately 9:19PM UTC-8. The total flight duration is 5h 14m.
How long does it take to fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
It takes approximately 5 hours and 14 minutes to travel the 2,000 mi from ATL to SBA.
What airline has the least delays from ATL to SBA?
With 85% of flights typically landing on schedule, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). To keep track of your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Select a flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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.
What airports do you fly into for Santa Barbara from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) last-minute?
Holding off until right before your break to book a ticket from ATL to SBA often results in higher prices. While it's possible to find some last-minute discounts, they aren't always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule for the best chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an ATL to SBA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking an ATL to SBA flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. Airport (ATL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
You can usually reschedule or cancel your ATL to SBA flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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