$123 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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Popular airlines from Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)

Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara (LAX-SBA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $123 for one-way flights and $179 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Sat, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 5
LAX
Los Angeles
SBA
Santa Barbara
$179 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $179 found 1 hour ago
United
Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
LAX
Los Angeles
SBA
Santa Barbara
$184 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $184 found 9 hours ago
United
Fri, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 13
LAX
Los Angeles
SBA
Santa Barbara
$189 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Sep 13, priced at $189 found 1 day ago
United
Fri, Nov 21 - Sun, Nov 30
LAX
Los Angeles
SBA
Santa Barbara
$192 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, returning Sun, Nov 30, priced at $192 found 5 days ago
United
Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 24
LAX
Los Angeles
SBA
Santa Barbara
$194 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $194 found 7 hours ago
United
Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 16
LAX
Los Angeles
SBA
Santa Barbara
$199 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $199 found 3 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 1
LAX
Los Angeles
SBA
Santa Barbara
$342 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $342 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 4
LAX
Los Angeles
SBA
Santa Barbara
$380 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$380
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $380 found 18 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 8
LAX
Los Angeles
SBA
Santa Barbara
$473 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$473
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $473 found 6 days ago
Delta
Wed, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 4
LAX
Los Angeles
SBA
Santa Barbara
$599 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$599
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Oct 4, priced at $599 found 18 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $179 - $528 per traveler.

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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 $239
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $239
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$179
Distance
88 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 46 mins

Los Angeles to Santa Barbara Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Santa Barbara are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Santa Barbara in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $123 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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.

 

*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.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $123 or cheap return flight from $179 from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
The cheapest month to fly from LAX to SBA is October, when demand is low. Off-peak season is generally when better flight deals are available between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Catch a direct flight with United Airlines and journey straight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from LAX to SBA, use Expedia's filter tool. Customize 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 cheapest flights first.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs each day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). Looking for more options? Use our filter tool to discover flights with layovers and add a new destination to your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Flights between LAX and SBA tend to be busiest at 11 PM. For a more relaxed atmosphere and possibly cheaper prices, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to SBA?
Wednesday offers the most flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Take the earliest flight at around 8:28AM UTC-8, departing from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). You'll be flying for approximately 59m, landing at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) at approximately 9:27AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
The average flight duration from LAX to SBA is 59 minutes, covering a total distance of 90 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to SBA?
With 83% of flights generally landing on time, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). To monitor your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Select a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour 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.
What airports do you fly into for Santa Barbara from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) is the only airport in Santa Barbara with direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Check out the options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from LAX to SBA just before your journey is usually more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to SBA flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a LAX to SBA flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. After selecting your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras such as activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
If you booked your LAX to SBA flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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