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$151+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)

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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DFW
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth are usually found in February or October, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW). 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 January 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$283
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$151
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$560

Good round-trip deal

$388 or less

Good one-way deal

$216 or less
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 3/1812:25 pmSBA - DFW
Nonstop3h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/259:59 amDFW - SBA
Nonstop3h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$283
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 3/185:45 amSBA - DFW
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Tue 3/251:29 pmDFW - SBA
2 stops10h 45mDelta
Deal found 1/20$308
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Tue 2/187:27 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop8h 20mAlaska Airlines
Thu 2/208:00 amDFW - SBA
1 stop12h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$312
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 4/252:28 pmSBA - DFW
2 stops7h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/298:51 amDFW - SBA
1 stop6h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$318

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/18

12:25 pm-5:31 pm

Nonstop3h 06m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/25

9:59 am-11:35 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$283

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/18

5:45 am-1:36 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/25

1:29 pm-10:14 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$308

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/18

7:27 pm-5:47 am

1 stop8h 20m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 2/20

8:00 am-6:37 pm

1 stop12h 37m

$312

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/18

2:08 pm-11:43 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/25

1:45 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops11h 59m

$393

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/18

7:27 pm-5:47 am

1 stop8h 20m

$151

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/18

5:45 am-1:36 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$152

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/14

12:37 pm-5:46 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$189

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/19

6:50 pm-8:55 am

2 stops12h 05m

$197

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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 Dallas/Fort Worth in January.
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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Dallas/Fort Worth

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, you should look to book at least 8 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $216). Flying from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 DFW?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Dallas/Fort Worth by month

Plan your trip to Dallas/Fort Worth by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dallas/Fort Worth Airport ranges from 1.9 - 4.9 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Dallas/Fort Worth Airport when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

Temperature in Dallas/Fort Worth by month

Plan your trip to Dallas/Fort Worth by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, 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 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas/Fort Worth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 Dallas/Fort Worth. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Dallas have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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
9,706 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,521 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,985 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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
9,706 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Dallas/Fort Worth. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth?

    For a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth, you will be flying from Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara (SBA) is just 8.0 mi from the center of the city. Santa Barbara is the only Santa Barbara airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Dallas/Fort Worth per day. 4 airlines have flights to Dallas/Fort Worth from Santa Barbara on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport round-trip from $283. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $308, and Alaska Airlines, from $312. American Airlines is 47% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are Alaska Airlines ($151), Delta ($152), and American Airlines ($189).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $378 for a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $189 while the most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Dallas/Fort Worth) is currently priced at $303.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $216). Flying from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 4 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$286Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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