$75 Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Phoenix (PHX)

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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Phoenix (SBA-PHX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $75 for one-way flights and $149 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Thu, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 12
SBA
Santa Barbara
PHX
Phoenix
$149 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Santa Barbara to Phoenix, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $149 found 9 hours ago
American Airlines
Sun, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 4
SBA
Santa Barbara
PHX
Phoenix
$154 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 2 from Santa Barbara to Phoenix, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $154 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
SBA
Santa Barbara
PHX
Phoenix
$159 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Santa Barbara to Phoenix, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $159 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Sun, Aug 31 - Sun, Sep 7
SBA
Santa Barbara
PHX
Phoenix
$159 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$159
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Santa Barbara to Phoenix, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $159 found 1 day ago
Delta
Thu, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 12
SBA
Santa Barbara
PHX
Phoenix
$163 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Oct 9 from Santa Barbara to Phoenix, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $163 found 9 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 14
SBA
Santa Barbara
PHX
Phoenix
$164 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Santa Barbara to Phoenix, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $164 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 9 - Sun, Sep 14
SBA
Santa Barbara
PHX
Phoenix
$164 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$164
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 9 from Santa Barbara to Phoenix, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $164 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
SBA
Santa Barbara
PHX
Phoenix
$169 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from Santa Barbara to Phoenix, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $169 found 2 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 9
SBA
Santa Barbara
PHX
Phoenix
$308 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$308
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Santa Barbara to Phoenix, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $308 found 5 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 9
SBA
Santa Barbara
PHX
Phoenix
$313 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$313
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Santa Barbara to Phoenix, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $313 found 4 days ago

Alternative airports near Phoenix

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

Select flight to Sky Harbor Intl. PHX. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 10 minutes. Flights from $393
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $393
Flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Phoenix (PHX)
Origin airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Destination airport
Sky Harbor Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$143
Distance
453 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 35 mins

Santa Barbara to Phoenix Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Santa Barbara to Phoenix

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

 

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

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

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 Phoenix in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $75 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) cost?
Cheap return fares from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) start from $270. 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 Southwest Airlines flight leaving SBA on August 6 2025 and touching down at PHX. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SBA to PHX?
The cheapest flights from SBA to PHX 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 Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
When jetting out of Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), you can take a direct flight to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SBA to PHX?
Right now, the cheapest airline operating one-way flights from SBA to PHX is Southwest Airlines. You can take off on this route from $100. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SBA on August 31 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
When flying out of Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), you can pick from an average of 2 daily direct flights to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
Flights between SBA and PHX tend to be busiest at 6 AM. If you want a quieter trip and potentially cheaper fares, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SBA to PHX?
If you travel on a Sunday, you'll get the biggest range of options for flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX).
What is the earliest flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
The earliest flight departing from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) is at around 6:25AM UTC-8. Catch this flight and you'll arrive at Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) at approximately 9:03AM UTC-7. The entire trip takes 1h 38m.
How long does it take to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
Typically, it takes 1 hour and 38 minutes to travel the 450 mi from SBA to PHX.
What airline has the least delays from SBA to PHX?
Consider booking with American Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) without any delays. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 84%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
To arrive at Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) on time, select a flight that leaves from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Phoenix from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Browse your flight options from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX). This is the only airport in Phoenix you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SBA to PHX are generally more expensive. To secure the lowest rates, start searching for flights well ahead of time. That said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to land a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a SBA to PHX flight and hotel package?
Securing a SBA to PHX flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Select from our impressive range of accommodations and then add flights, car rentals and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sky Harbor Intl. Airport (PHX)?
If you reserved your SBA to PHX flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, 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 for more details.

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