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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Illinois from $159

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 8/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SBA — ORD
jun. 12 — jun. 191
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mié. 6/12
mié. 6/19
1 adult, Economy
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois?

Find a great deal and save up to 71% by booking at least 60 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Santa Barbara to Illinois within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $319.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Illinois?

January can be a great time to fly to Illinois from Santa Barbara with a flight ticket averaging about $313. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of January for as cheap as $135. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBA to IL?

When flying from Santa Barbara to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Santa Barbara to Illinois flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Barbara to Illinois specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Prices were last updated on junio 7, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Illinois in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
mar. 7/96:38 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/236:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$318
mar. 7/95:10 amSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/236:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/7$372
sáb. 7/136:40 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 7/273:15 pmORD - SBA
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/7$386
mar. 7/97:35 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 10mDelta
vie. 7/265:15 pmORD - SBA
2 stops8h 28mDelta
Deal found 6/7$387
mar. 7/97:35 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 10mDelta
mar. 7/2310:20 amORD - SBA
2 stops12h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/6$407
mar. 7/95:14 amSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
mar. 7/235:16 amORD - SBA
2 stops8h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/7$413
mar. 7/91:47 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops8h 12mUnited Airlines
mar. 7/235:16 amORD - SBA
2 stops8h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/7$418
mar. 7/96:38 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
vie. 7/269:58 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/7$428
mié. 7/171:01 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
jue. 7/2511:05 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$432

Santa Barbara to Illinois 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Barbara and Illinois in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated junio 7, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Illinois in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
mar. 7/96:38 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/236:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$318
mié. 8/281:45 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop5h 45mDelta
sáb. 8/3112:25 pmORD - SBA
1 stop10h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/6$322
mié. 8/281:45 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop5h 45mDelta
sáb. 8/311:31 pmORD - SBA
2 stops11h 23mDelta
Deal found 6/6$327
vie. 11/16:45 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/68:45 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$338
sáb. 11/27:25 amSBA - ORD
2 stops11h 42mDelta
mié. 11/61:16 pmORD - SBA
1 stop9h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/6$343
vie. 11/16:58 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop15h 11mAlaska Airlines
mié. 11/67:00 amORD - SBA
2 stops13h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/6$353
jue. 8/226:49 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 02mAmerican Airlines
lun. 8/268:05 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$358
jue. 8/221:18 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
lun. 8/265:00 amORD - SBA
2 stops9h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$363
vie. 8/306:36 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 02mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/26:30 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/7$366

Santa Barbara to Illinois flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Santa Barbara to Illinois for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated junio 7, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
sáb. 6/155:15 amSBA - ORD
1 stop16h 44mUnited Airlines
mié. 7/247:10 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$534
sáb. 6/155:15 amSBA - ORD
1 stop16h 44mUnited Airlines
mar. 7/235:16 amORD - SBA
2 stops8h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$539
sáb. 6/155:15 amSBA - ORD
1 stop16h 44mUnited Airlines
mar. 7/237:10 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$548
vie. 6/145:15 amSBA - ORD
1 stop16h 44mUnited Airlines
mié. 7/247:10 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$554
vie. 6/145:15 amSBA - ORD
1 stop15h 40mUnited Airlines
mar. 7/235:16 amORD - SBA
2 stops8h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$559
vie. 6/145:15 amSBA - ORD
1 stop15h 40mUnited Airlines
mar. 7/237:10 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$568
sáb. 6/155:15 amSBA - ORD
1 stop16h 44mUnited Airlines
sáb. 7/275:16 amORD - SBA
2 stops8h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$573
sáb. 6/155:15 amSBA - ORD
1 stop16h 44mUnited Airlines
jue. 7/256:05 amORD - SBA
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$578
mié. 6/121:15 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 27mDelta
mié. 7/249:00 amORD - SBA
2 stops14h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/6$584

One-way flights to Illinois from Santa Barbara

Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Illinois. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated junio 7, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois can choose from these deals. For those needing a return trip from Santa Barbara, there is a search form available above.
mar. 8/135:30 amSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$159
sáb. 9/147:25 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Deal found 6/6$163
mar. 8/131:18 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$164
jue. 6/204:11 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$178
sáb. 7/65:10 amSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$193
lun. 7/154:11 pmSBA - STL
1 stop5h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$203
mar. 7/231:47 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$204
lun. 7/156:38 pmSBA - STL
2 stops11h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$208
jue. 7/251:45 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Deal found 6/6$213

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated junio 7, 2024.

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Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

mar. 7/9

1 stop8h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 7/23

1 stop7h 27m

$318

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

mié. 8/28

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 8/31

1 stop10h 35m

$322

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

mié. 8/28

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 8/31

2 stops11h 23m

$327

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

vie. 11/1

1 stop8h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/6

1 stop6h 12m

$338

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

sáb. 11/2

2 stops11h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/6

1 stop9h 39m

$343

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

vie. 11/1

1 stop15h 11m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 11/6

2 stops13h 08m

$353

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

jue. 8/22

1 stop9h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 8/26

1 stop6h 28m

$358

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

jue. 8/22

1 stop6h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 8/26

2 stops9h 33m

$363

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

mié. 7/17

1 stop8h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 7/23

2 stops8h 54m

$413

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Deals found on 6/6

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois

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Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated junio 7, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Illinois. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,223 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,223 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,223 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,363 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,223 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,223 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,226 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,223 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Lufthansa
7.0
Good
7,525 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,223 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois?

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Illinois from Santa Barbara.

  • Can I find flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $318, but on average you can expect to pay $383.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Santa Barbara to Illinois for under $600?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Illinois one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois are American Airlines ($159), Delta ($163), and United Airlines ($204).

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Barbara to Illinois?

    The most popular flight routes from Santa Barbara to Illinois are Santa Barbara - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Santa Barbara - Lambert-St Louis and Santa Barbara - Greater Peoria.

  • What does SBA to ORD mean?

    Santa Barbara Airport is SBA and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is ORD. 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. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Moline Quad-City Airport (MLI), Greater Peoria Airport (PIA), Bloomington-Normal Airport (BMI), Springfield Capital Airport (SPI).

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Barbara to Illinois 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 Santa Barbara to Illinois with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Barbara to Illinois 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 Santa Barbara to Illinois that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Illinois 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 Santa Barbara to Illinois that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Illinois 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 Santa Barbara to Illinois?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Barbara to Illinois 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.

  • How recently were the Santa Barbara to Illinois flight deals updated?

    The Santa Barbara to Illinois flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/7.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois (average of $244). Flying from Santa Barbara to Illinois in July is currently the most expensive (average of $324). 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 Santa Barbara to Illinois

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois. 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 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated junio 7, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$331Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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