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$292+ 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 4/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DFW
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth are usually found in February or January, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$339
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$292
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$455

Good round-trip deal

$389 or less

Good one-way deal

$193 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 March 25, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Wed 4/2312:37 pmSBA - DFW
Nonstop3h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/2710:10 amDFW - SBA
Nonstop3h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/23$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Wed 4/235:45 amSBA - DFW
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Sun 4/278:15 amDFW - SBA
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 3/23$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Wed 4/231:05 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/275:45 amDFW - SBA
2 stops9h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/23$384
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 10/317:15 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop22h 22mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/25:20 amDFW - SBA
1 stop13h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$452

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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 March 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Dallas/Fort Worth

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/23

12:37 pm-5:46 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 4/27

10:10 am-11:47 am

Nonstop3h 37m

$339

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/23

5:45 am-2:04 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 4/27

8:15 am-12:12 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$359

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/23

1:05 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop5h 36m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 4/27

5:45 am-1:37 pm

2 stops9h 52m

$384

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/9

7:23 pm-5:42 am

1 stop8h 19m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 4/13

3:48 pm-9:10 am

1 stop19h 22m

$475

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/7

7:23 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop26h 36m

$292

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/7

12:37 pm-5:46 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$300

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/7

1:05 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops8h 24m

$315

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/4

7:01 pm-8:51 am

3 stops11h 50m

$753

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Deals found on 3/23

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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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

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 March 21, 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 March 25, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 March 25, 2025.

The most flights from SBA to DFW are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 March 25, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta 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
9,782 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,782 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,782 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,782 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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 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 2 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 $339. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $359, and United Airlines, from $384. American Airlines is 31% 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 ($292), American Airlines ($300), and United Airlines ($315).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $622 for a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $166 while the most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Dallas/Fort Worth) is currently priced at $359.

  • 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 March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$286Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$316Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$374Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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