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Cheap flights from Dayton to Santa Barbara (DAY - SBA) from $179

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 10/9. 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.
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Cheap flight deals from Dayton to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dayton (DAY) 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 June 6, 2024.

Round-trip from

$238

One-way from

$179
From Dayton to Santa Barbara
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Dayton to Santa Barbara?

Travelers have found that booking a Friday departure is the best way to save up to 31% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dayton to Santa Barbara?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 54 days in advance to save up to 145% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 54 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Dayton to Santa Barbara 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $487, or $549 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Santa Barbara from Dayton. Prices for February average $439 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $285. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July. Opting for a February flight can save you 26% on your journey compared to booking in July

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Dayton to Santa Barbara is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

Cheap Dayton to Santa Barbara flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Dayton to Santa Barbara specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Santa Barbara in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 7/242:23 pmDAY - SBA
1 stop9h 37mDelta
Tue 7/307:35 amSBA - DAY
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/5$327
Wed 7/245:47 amDAY - SBA
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/306:38 pmSBA - DAY
2 stops12h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$461
Wed 7/246:41 amDAY - SBA
2 stops11h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/306:38 pmSBA - DAY
2 stops12h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$466
Wed 7/2412:02 pmDAY - SBA
3 stops27h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/306:24 pmSBA - DAY
2 stops12h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$645

Dayton to Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Dayton and Santa Barbara in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Santa Barbara in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 7/242:23 pmDAY - SBA
1 stop9h 37mDelta
Tue 7/307:35 amSBA - DAY
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/5$327
Wed 7/245:47 amDAY - SBA
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/306:38 pmSBA - DAY
2 stops12h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$461
Wed 7/246:41 amDAY - SBA
2 stops11h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/306:38 pmSBA - DAY
2 stops12h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$466
Fri 10/111:45 pmDAY - SBA
2 stops12h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/216:45 pmSBA - DAY
2 stops12h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$633
Fri 10/111:45 pmDAY - SBA
2 stops12h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/212:05 pmSBA - DAY
3 stops16h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$638
Wed 7/2412:02 pmDAY - SBA
3 stops27h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/306:24 pmSBA - DAY
2 stops12h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$645
Fri 10/119:10 amDAY - SBA
1 stop14h 51mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/216:45 pmSBA - DAY
2 stops12h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$648
Fri 10/112:51 pmDAY - SBA
1 stop9h 04mDelta
Mon 10/217:25 amSBA - DAY
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Deal found 6/5$678
Fri 10/111:45 pmDAY - SBA
2 stops12h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/215:15 amSBA - DAY
1 stop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$743

One-way flights to Santa Barbara from Dayton

Search for one-way flight options from Dayton to Santa Barbara. 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Dayton to Santa Barbara. Users needing a return flight from Dayton to Santa Barbara should utilize the search form above.
Wed 10/92:51 pmDAY - SBA
1 stop9h 04mDelta
Deal found 6/5$179
Wed 10/91:45 pmDAY - SBA
2 stops13h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$229
Wed 10/97:00 amDAY - SBA
2 stops8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$234
Wed 10/96:00 amDAY - SBA
3 stops20h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$354
Wed 10/97:20 amDAY - SBA
3 stops19h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$508

Find flights from Dayton to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Dayton to Santa Barbara 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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DaytonSanta Barbara

DAY - SBA

DAYSBA

Dayton

Wed 7/24

1 stop9h 37m

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/30

1 stop7h 57m

$327

DaytonSanta Barbara

DAY - SBA

DAYSBA

Dayton

Wed 7/24

1 stop8h 40m

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/30

2 stops12h 42m

$461

DaytonSanta Barbara

DAY - SBA

DAYSBA

Dayton

Wed 7/24

2 stops11h 48m

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/30

2 stops12h 42m

$466

DaytonSanta Barbara

DAY - SBA

DAYSBA

Dayton

Fri 10/11

2 stops13h 12m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/21

2 stops12h 05m

$633

DaytonSanta Barbara

DAY - SBA

DAYSBA

Dayton

Fri 10/11

2 stops12h 44m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/21

3 stops16h 45m

$638

DaytonSanta Barbara

DAY - SBA

DAYSBA

Dayton

Wed 7/24

3 stops27h 08m

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/30

2 stops12h 26m

$645

DaytonSanta Barbara

DAY - SBA

DAYSBA

Dayton

Fri 10/11

1 stop14h 51m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/21

2 stops12h 05m

$648

DaytonSanta Barbara

DAY - SBA

DAYSBA

Dayton

Fri 10/11

1 stop9h 04m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/21

1 stop7h 43m

$678

DaytonSanta Barbara

DAY - SBA

DAYSBA

Dayton

Fri 10/11

3 stops35h 57m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/21

3 stops16h 45m

$757

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Deals found on 6/5

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dayton to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dayton to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dayton to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Dayton to Santa Barbara

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Temperature and rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

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

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Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

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 June 6, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Dayton to Santa Barbara, see what other customers have to say about Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dayton to Santa Barbara. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Dayton to Santa Barbara for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $327, but on average you can expect to pay $583.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dayton to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Dayton to Santa Barbara is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $327 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $461 and $633 round-trip.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $179. Users have also found prices from $229 and $234 on United Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What does DAY to SBA mean?

    DAY and SBA are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. DAY to SBA refers to a flight route from Dayton Airport to Santa Barbara Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Many airlines flying from Dayton 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 Dayton to Santa Barbara?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Dayton 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.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Santa Barbara (average of $359). Flying from Dayton to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $515). 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 Dayton to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Dayton 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$281Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$380Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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