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$189+ Cheap flights from Portland to Santa Barbara (PWM - SBA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — SBA
Nov 5 — Nov 121
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) to Santa Barbara (SBA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$436
(Delta)

One-way from

$189
(United Airlines)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-Santa Barbara flight deals.
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High demand for flights, 42% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 48% potential price drop
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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Portland to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/55:00 amPWM - SBA
2 stops10h 37mDelta
Wed 12/117:15 amSBA - PWM
2 stops13h 02mDelta
Deal found 10/31$436
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/57:27 pmPWM - SBA
3 stops31h 21mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/117:00 pmSBA - PWM
2 stops12h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$636
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/144:18 pmPWM - SBA
2 stops28h 46mAlaska Airlines
Sat 4/192:00 pmSBA - PWM
3 stops19h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$893

Find flights from Portland to Santa Barbara within your budget

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PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Fri 1/24

11:35 am-11:59 pm

2 stops15h 24m

$189

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Fri 1/24

4:00 pm-3:13 pm

3 stops26h 13m

$250

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Fri 11/29

5:26 am-3:39 pm

2 stops13h 13m

$1,444

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Mon 4/14

11:25 am-9:30 pm

2 stops13h 05m

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/19

6:00 am-11:34 pm

2 stops14h 34m

$758

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Mon 4/14

4:18 pm-6:04 pm

2 stops28h 46m

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/19

2:00 pm-12:02 pm

3 stops19h 02m

$893

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Deals found on 10/31

Compare providers for flights from Portland to Santa Barbara

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to Santa Barbara in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland, Maine-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland, Maine-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Portland, Maine-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to Santa Barbara

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Portland to Santa Barbara including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $496). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Barbara ranges from 0.0 - 3.5 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Santa Barbara when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $436, but on average you can expect to pay $655.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Delta, at $436, was found to be the cheapest airline from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Delta is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara one-way?

    $189 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $250 and $1,444, respectively.

  • What does PWM to SBA mean?

    Portland Airport is PWM and Santa Barbara Airport is SBA. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Santa Barbara that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Portland to Santa Barbara flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Portland to Santa Barbara with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Portland to Santa Barbara flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Portland to Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Portland to Santa Barbara.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland to Santa Barbara by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Santa Barbara that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Portland to Santa Barbara offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Portland to Santa Barbara flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $496). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Portland to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Portland to Santa Barbara. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$371Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$505Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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