$142 Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)

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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (SBA-EWR)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $142 for one-way flights and $283 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Sat, Jan 17 - Sun, Jan 18
SBA
Santa Barbara
EWR
New York
$283 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$283
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from Santa Barbara to New York, returning Sun, Jan 18, priced at $283 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Thu, Feb 12 - Thu, Feb 19
SBA
Santa Barbara
EWR
New York
$290 Roundtrip, just found
$290
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Feb 12 from Santa Barbara to New York, returning Thu, Feb 19, priced at $290 just found
United
Wed, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 7
SBA
Santa Barbara
EWR
New York
$290 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$290
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Dec 31 from Santa Barbara to New York, returning Wed, Jan 7, priced at $290 found 3 hours ago
Delta
Thu, Dec 18 - Tue, Jan 20
SBA
Santa Barbara
EWR
New York
$295 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Dec 18 from Santa Barbara to New York, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $295 found 12 hours ago
Delta
Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 15
SBA
Santa Barbara
EWR
New York
$297 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from Santa Barbara to New York, returning Thu, Jan 15, priced at $297 found 19 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Jan 16 - Mon, Jan 19
SBA
Santa Barbara
EWR
New York
$299 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 16 from Santa Barbara to New York, returning Mon, Jan 19, priced at $299 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 16 - Thu, Jan 22
SBA
Santa Barbara
EWR
New York
$301 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$301
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 16 from Santa Barbara to New York, returning Thu, Jan 22, priced at $301 found 13 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 4
SBA
Santa Barbara
EWR
New York
$306 Roundtrip, just found
$306
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Santa Barbara to New York, returning Thu, Dec 4, priced at $306 just found
United
Mon, Dec 15 - Sun, Jan 11
SBA
Santa Barbara
EWR
New York
$307 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$307
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from Santa Barbara to New York, returning Sun, Jan 11, priced at $307 found 11 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 6
SBA
Santa Barbara
EWR
New York
$342 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$342
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Santa Barbara to New York, returning Sat, Dec 6, priced at $342 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara (SBA) to New York (EWR)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $265 - $686 per traveler.

Alternative airports near New York

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

Select flight to John F. Kennedy Intl. JFK. Average driving time to city center is 24 minutes. Flights from $437
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Average driving time to city center24 min
Flights from $437
Select flight to LaGuardia LGA. Average driving time to city center is 14 minutes. Flights from $483
LGA
LaGuardia
Average driving time to city center14 min
Flights from $483

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $142 or cheap return flight from $283 from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) 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 Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Flying in January may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SBA and EWR. You'll often find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll fly you from SBA to EWR. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to score a great deal.
How many flights per day from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
You'll need to hop on a flight with a layover when traveling from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR). There are no daily direct flights on this route. However, just filter your search to include one or more stops to find an option that works for you.
What day of the week has the most flights from SBA to EWR?
Usually you'll find the most flight options available on a Friday. Tuesdays tend to be the quietest.* But this can change based on the airline, season 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 Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Book a flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this time 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 Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SBA to EWR just before your trip is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure dates and times, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SBA to EWR flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SBA to EWR flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply secure your flights and choose from our extensive range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)?
Generally, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your SBA to EWR flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Origin airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Destination airport
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$282
Distance
2509 mi

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Santa Barbara to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Santa Barbara to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

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 Newark Liberty Intl. Airport are during the month of January. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport: 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 Newark Liberty Intl. Airport

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 Newark Liberty Intl. Airport in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $142 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 Newark Liberty Intl. Airport 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.

 

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*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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