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$276+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Charleston (SBA - CHS)

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 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — CHS
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Charleston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Charleston (CHS). 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 April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$276
(American Airlines)

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January

Average price

$546
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Charleston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Charleston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/3012:23 pmSBA - CHS
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/33:10 pmCHS - SBA
2 stops10h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 5/318:30 amSBA - CHS
1 stop9h 34mDelta
Wed 6/42:38 pmCHS - SBA
1 stop8h 52mDelta
Deal found 4/17$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/206:30 amSBA - CHS
2 stops14h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/305:00 pmCHS - SBA
3 stops33h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$686
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 4/217:23 pmSBA - CHS
1 stop19h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sat 4/266:54 pmCHS - SBA
1 stop26h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$780

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Santa BarbaraCharleston

SBA - CHS

SBACHS

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/30

12:23 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Charleston

Tue 6/3

3:10 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$276

Santa BarbaraCharleston

SBA - CHS

SBACHS

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/31

8:30 am-9:04 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Charleston

Wed 6/4

2:38 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$297

Santa BarbaraCharleston

SBA - CHS

SBACHS

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/20

6:30 am-11:48 pm

2 stops14h 18m

Charleston

Mon 6/30

5:00 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops33h 59m

$686

Santa BarbaraCharleston

SBA - CHS

SBACHS

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/29

11:13 am-5:51 pm

1 stop27h 38m

Charleston

Mon 6/2

6:56 pm-10:33 am

1 stop18h 37m

$1,843

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Deals found on 4/17

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Charleston in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Santa Barbara-Charleston flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Charleston flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Charleston flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Charleston flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Santa Barbara-Charleston 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 Santa Barbara to Charleston

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Charleston

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from Santa Barbara to Charleston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Charleston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Charleston 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 18% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Charleston

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Charleston. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

The most flights from SBA to CHS are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Charleston by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Charleston ranges from 2.4 - 7.2 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.2 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Charleston when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Charleston by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Charleston, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Charleston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Charleston. 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 Charleston. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Santa Barbara to Charleston?

    You will need to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Charleston if you want to fly from Santa Barbara to Charleston. At least 2 different airlines have flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Charleston (CHS) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Charleston from the Santa Barbara airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SBA to CHS to be around 7h 33m.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($276), Delta ($297), and United Airlines ($686) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Charleston. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from Santa Barbara to Charleston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 Charleston

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Charleston. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$330Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$346Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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