$157 Cheap American Airlines flights Chicago (ORD) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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$157 Cheap American Airlines flights Chicago (ORD) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $157 for one-way flights and $312 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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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

Frequently asked questions

How much is an American Airlines flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Grab cheap return American Airlines flights from $312 from ORD to SBA by filtering your results from "Price (lowest to highest)" on Expedia. Or look for bargains from $157 for a one-way trip.**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 American Airlines?
January is one of the cheapest months to jet off to Santa Barbara with American Airlines. You could also find great prices on return and one-way tickets in February.
What is the cheapest time to book flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) with American Airlines?
Begin your search one to three months ahead of your travel date to find cheap fares on American Airlines flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). You can save 25% by booking your domestic flight 34 to 86 days in advance compared to last-minute reservations made 6 to 12 days out. You could also cut costs by buying your fare on a Sunday, as it's 6% cheaper on average than a Monday, the most expensive day to book.* Time it well, and you can enjoy significant savings on domestic flights.*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 American Airlines fly nonstop from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Select our "Nonstop" filter when browsing for direct American Airlines flights from ORD to SBA. It's also a great way to compare other carriers servicing the same direct trip.
What is the earliest American Airlines flight from ORD to SBA?
Search American Airlines's earliest flights from ORD to SBA by selecting the "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters. Not only will you get to your destination sooner, early departures also have a 20% less chance of being canceled.**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 American Airlines fly into in Santa Barbara?
Hop on an American Airlines flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Barbara, and you'll likely come in to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). This is the airline's primary hub here.
Can I change or cancel my American Airlines flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Depending on the type of fare you purchased, a fee generally applies if you change or cancel your booking more than 24 hours after confirmation. To secure flexible fares, select our "Changes included" and "No cancel fee" boxes when you look for flights. For additional information on changing or canceling your reservation, go to "Trips," select your flight and tick "Manage Booking."

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