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Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara (IND - SBA) from $306

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/3. 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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Jun 11 — Jun 181
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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.

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$678

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$238
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara?

Users have found that leaving on a Thursday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 54% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara, book at least 26 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 49% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $344 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $650.

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

Flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara lean towards being more expensive in March. Prices are generally better when you fly from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara in November, with the cheapest ticket starting at $99.

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Indianapolis to Santa Barbara flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Indianapolis 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.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 7/116:30 pmIND - SBA
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/186:38 pmSBA - IND
2 stops12h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$411
Thu 7/118:25 amIND - SBA
2 stops9h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/186:38 pmSBA - IND
2 stops12h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$456
Thu 7/116:30 pmIND - SBA
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/1812:12 pmSBA - IND
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$476
Wed 6/197:15 pmIND - SBA
1 stop7h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/235:15 amSBA - IND
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$499
Tue 6/113:35 pmIND - SBA
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/166:25 amSBA - IND
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$611
Tue 6/1110:53 amIND - SBA
2 stops10h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/1612:15 pmSBA - IND
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$616
Wed 6/193:42 pmIND - SBA
2 stops10h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/236:39 pmSBA - IND
2 stops12h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$691
Sat 6/86:30 pmIND - SBA
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/155:10 amSBA - IND
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$721
Sat 6/85:45 amIND - SBA
1 stop8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/151:10 pmSBA - IND
2 stops8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$726

Indianapolis to Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Indianapolis 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.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 8/36:30 pmIND - SBA
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/106:33 amSBA - IND
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$306
Sat 8/311:07 amIND - SBA
2 stops10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/106:33 amSBA - IND
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$311
Sat 8/33:53 pmIND - SBA
2 stops9h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/106:33 amSBA - IND
2 stops9h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$316
Fri 9/135:50 amIND - SBA
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/176:23 amSBA - IND
2 stops12h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$321
Fri 9/1311:15 amIND - SBA
2 stops11h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/179:45 amSBA - IND
2 stops9h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$326
Sun 9/295:50 amIND - SBA
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/56:00 amSBA - IND
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$376
Sun 9/295:50 amIND - SBA
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/56:23 amSBA - IND
2 stops12h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$381
Thu 7/116:30 pmIND - SBA
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/186:38 pmSBA - IND
2 stops12h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$411
Thu 7/118:25 amIND - SBA
2 stops9h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/186:38 pmSBA - IND
2 stops12h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$456

Indianapolis to Santa Barbara flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Tue 6/113:35 pmIND - SBA
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/166:25 amSBA - IND
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$611
Tue 6/1110:53 amIND - SBA
2 stops10h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/1612:15 pmSBA - IND
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$616
Tue 6/1110:53 amIND - SBA
2 stops10h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/161:10 pmSBA - IND
2 stops8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$791

Find flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis 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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$306 - $556

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IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Sat 8/3

1 stop6h 52m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/10

1 stop6h 02m

$306

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Sat 8/3

2 stops10h 01m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/10

1 stop6h 02m

$311

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Sat 8/3

2 stops9h 29m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/10

2 stops9h 06m

$316

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Fri 9/13

1 stop6h 13m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/17

2 stops12h 01m

$321

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Fri 9/13

2 stops11h 05m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/17

2 stops9h 07m

$326

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Sun 9/29

1 stop6h 13m

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/5

1 stop8h 47m

$376

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Sun 9/29

1 stop6h 13m

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/5

2 stops12h 21m

$381

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Wed 6/19

1 stop7h 39m

Santa Barbara

Sun 6/23

1 stop6h 26m

$499

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Fri 9/13

3 stops34h 03m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/17

2 stops12h 29m

$556

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Santa Barbara, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $306, but on average you can expect to pay $435.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara for under $700?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara within the next 7 days for less than $700.

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

    American Airlines, at $306, was found to be the cheapest airline from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does IND to SBA mean?

    IND stands for Indianapolis Airport, while SBA stands for Santa Barbara Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Many airlines flying from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Santa Barbara?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Santa Barbara flight deals updated?

    The Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara (average of $359). Flying from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis 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$335Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$349Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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