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Cheap flights from Tampa to Santa Barbara (TPA - SBA) from $144

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 9/4. 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 12 — Jun 191
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) 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 7, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$238

One-way from

$144
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Tampa to Santa Barbara?

Users have found that leaving on a Saturday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 43% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

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

To save up to 87% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 61 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Tampa to Santa Barbara from $368 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $518 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, September can be a great choice for travel to Santa Barbara. Flights to Santa Barbara from Tampa in September are about $312 on average during September, but can be found for as low as $104.

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

When flying from Tampa to Santa Barbara, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Tampa to Santa Barbara flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Tampa 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 3,048,502 searches. Prices were last updated on June 7, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Tampa to Santa Barbara in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 6/285:45 pmTPA - SBA
1 stop8h 53mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/56:24 pmSBA - TPA
1 stop10h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$348
Fri 6/286:00 pmTPA - SBA
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/56:38 pmSBA - TPA
2 stops12h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$418
Fri 6/281:56 pmTPA - SBA
2 stops10h 02mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/56:38 pmSBA - TPA
2 stops12h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$457
Tue 6/185:27 amTPA - SBA
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/236:39 pmSBA - TPA
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$497
Tue 6/185:27 amTPA - SBA
2 stops10h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/236:39 pmSBA - TPA
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$502
Tue 6/186:00 pmTPA - SBA
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/235:10 amSBA - TPA
1 stop8h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$631
Tue 6/189:00 amTPA - SBA
3 stops13h 51mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/235:50 amSBA - TPA
2 stops20h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$736
Fri 6/289:00 amTPA - SBA
3 stops17h 38mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/56:35 amSBA - TPA
2 stops10h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$2,679

Tampa to Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Tampa and Santa Barbara in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Tampa to Santa Barbara in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 8/105:25 amTPA - SBA
1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/175:30 amSBA - TPA
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$288
Sat 8/105:25 amTPA - SBA
2 stops10h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/175:30 amSBA - TPA
1 stop9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$293
Sat 8/105:25 amTPA - SBA
2 stops10h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/175:30 amSBA - TPA
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$298
Thu 8/295:25 amTPA - SBA
1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/15:30 amSBA - TPA
1 stop9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$318
Thu 8/291:14 pmTPA - SBA
2 stops12h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/15:30 amSBA - TPA
1 stop9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$323
Sat 8/108:27 amTPA - SBA
2 stops12h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/186:49 pmSBA - TPA
2 stops11h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$328
Sun 8/116:00 pmTPA - SBA
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/196:33 amSBA - TPA
2 stops10h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$333
Fri 6/285:45 pmTPA - SBA
1 stop8h 53mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/56:24 pmSBA - TPA
1 stop10h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$348
Sun 8/116:00 pmTPA - SBA
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/186:49 pmSBA - TPA
2 stops11h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$353

One-way flights to Santa Barbara from Tampa

Search for one-way flight options from Tampa 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 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Tampa to Santa Barbara can choose from these deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Tampa to Santa Barbara instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 9/44:16 pmTPA - SBA
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$144
Wed 9/411:38 amTPA - SBA
2 stops10h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$149
Wed 7/106:00 pmTPA - SBA
1 stop7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$174
Sun 9/811:38 amTPA - SBA
2 stops10h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$244
Wed 7/107:38 amTPA - SBA
2 stops10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$274
Wed 9/44:25 pmTPA - SBA
3 stops34h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$313
Wed 7/107:45 amTPA - SBA
3 stops18h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$409
Sun 9/812:29 pmTPA - SBA
3 stops38h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/6$613

Find flights from Tampa to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa 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 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.

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$288 - $398

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Price

TampaSanta Barbara

TPA - SBA

TPASBA

Tampa

Sat 8/10

1 stop9h 03m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/17

1 stop7h 46m

$288

TampaSanta Barbara

TPA - SBA

TPASBA

Tampa

Sat 8/10

2 stops10h 08m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/17

1 stop9h 51m

$293

TampaSanta Barbara

TPA - SBA

TPASBA

Tampa

Sat 8/10

2 stops10h 08m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/17

2 stops11h 46m

$298

TampaSanta Barbara

TPA - SBA

TPASBA

Tampa

Sat 8/10

1 stop9h 03m

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/18

1 stop9h 51m

$318

TampaSanta Barbara

TPA - SBA

TPASBA

Tampa

Sat 8/10

2 stops12h 47m

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/18

1 stop9h 51m

$323

TampaSanta Barbara

TPA - SBA

TPASBA

Tampa

Sat 8/10

2 stops12h 47m

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/18

2 stops11h 41m

$328

TampaSanta Barbara

TPA - SBA

TPASBA

Tampa

Sun 8/11

1 stop7h 29m

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/19

2 stops10h 54m

$333

TampaSanta Barbara

TPA - SBA

TPASBA

Tampa

Fri 6/28

1 stop8h 53m

Santa Barbara

Fri 7/5

1 stop10h 04m

$348

TampaSanta Barbara

TPA - SBA

TPASBA

Tampa

Sat 9/21

1 stop7h 55m

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/27

1 stop8h 15m

$398

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tampa to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 Tampa 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.

LAX

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 7, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines and United Airlines from Tampa to Santa Barbara to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

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

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,226 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tampa 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 Tampa to Santa Barbara for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Tampa to Santa Barbara for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $288, but on average you can expect to pay $387.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Tampa to Santa Barbara round-trip from $288. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What does TPA to SBA mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Tampa Airport to Santa Barbara Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a TPA to SBA flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Many airlines flying from Tampa 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 Tampa to Santa Barbara?

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

    The Tampa 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 Tampa to Santa Barbara?

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Tampa 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 3,048,502 searches. Data last updated June 7, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$307Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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