$113 Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to St. Louis (STL)

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Popular airlines from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL)

Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to St. Louis (SBA-STL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $113 for one-way flights and $277 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Mon, Feb 9 - Tue, Feb 17
SBA
Santa Barbara
STL
St. Louis
$277 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$277
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from Santa Barbara to St. Louis, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $277 found 6 days ago
Delta
Mon, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 14
SBA
Santa Barbara
STL
St. Louis
$281 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$281
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from Santa Barbara to St. Louis, returning Sat, Feb 14, priced at $281 found 5 days ago
Delta
Sat, Feb 7 - Sat, Feb 28
SBA
Santa Barbara
STL
St. Louis
$287 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$287
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Feb 7 from Santa Barbara to St. Louis, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $287 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 17
SBA
Santa Barbara
STL
St. Louis
$295 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Santa Barbara to St. Louis, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $295 found 1 day ago
United
Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 17
SBA
Santa Barbara
STL
St. Louis
$295 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Santa Barbara to St. Louis, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $295 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 15
SBA
Santa Barbara
STL
St. Louis
$297 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 12 from Santa Barbara to St. Louis, returning Sun, Feb 15, priced at $297 found 6 days ago
United
Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 17
SBA
Santa Barbara
STL
St. Louis
$297 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Santa Barbara to St. Louis, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $297 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Feb 9 - Fri, Feb 13
SBA
Santa Barbara
STL
St. Louis
$299 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from Santa Barbara to St. Louis, returning Fri, Feb 13, priced at $299 found 6 days ago
United
Sat, Feb 14 - Tue, Feb 17
SBA
Santa Barbara
STL
St. Louis
$300 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$300
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Feb 14 from Santa Barbara to St. Louis, returning Tue, Feb 17, priced at $300 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 8
SBA
Santa Barbara
STL
St. Louis
$342 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from Santa Barbara to St. Louis, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $342 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara (SBA) to St. Louis (STL)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $230 - $965 per traveler.

Alternative airports near St. Louis

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

Select flight to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. STL. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $453
STL
Lambert-St. Louis Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $453
Flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to St. Louis (STL)
Origin airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Destination airport
Lambert-St. Louis Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$277
Distance
1654 mi

Santa Barbara to St. Louis Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Santa Barbara to St. Louis

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to St. Louis

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

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 St. Louis in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $113 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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $113 or cheap return flight from $277 from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL)?
February is the least expensive month to fly from SBA to STL. Traveling during an off-peak travel window is often the key to landing a great deal.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from SBA to STL, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel style, such as preferred carriers and number of stops. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL)?
There are no daily direct flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL). But you can opt for flights with layovers. Filter your search results on Expedia to include one or more stops, and you'll be cruising above the clouds in no time.
What day of the week has the most flights from SBA to STL?
Usually you'll find the most flight options available on a Friday. Tuesdays tend to be the quietest.* However, this can vary based on the season, carrier 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 Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL)?
To avoid potential delays on the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later flights have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your departure to book a ticket from SBA to STL generally means paying more. While you may find some last-minute offers, there's no guarantee. Allow some flexibility in your schedule for a better chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SBA to STL flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SBA to STL flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having everything in one easy place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Just secure your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL)?
If you booked your SBA to STL flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

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