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$180+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Dallas

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 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DFW
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Barbara to Dallas 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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Dallas (A78). 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 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$339
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$180
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$455
From Santa Barbara to Dallas
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Dallas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/1512:37 pmSBA - DFW
Nonstop3h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/1610:10 amDFW - SBA
Nonstop3h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$377
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/157:23 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop8h 19mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/308:00 amDFW - SBA
1 stop12h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$388
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1512:30 pmSBA - DAL
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Wed 4/168:25 amDAL - SBA
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/155:45 amSBA - DFW
2 stops10h 16mDelta
Wed 4/308:15 amDFW - SBA
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 3/25$402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 5/11:56 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop6h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/45:45 amDFW - SBA
2 stops9h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$461
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 5/17:18 pmSBA - DAL
1 stop20h 05mAlaska Airlines
Sun 5/46:23 pmDAL - SBA
1 stop26h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$478
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 6/198:24 amSBA - DAL
1 stop10h 49mDelta
Mon 6/2312:07 pmDAL - SBA
1 stop10h 02mDelta
Deal found 3/25$669

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas 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 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Dallas

Route

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

Tue 4/15

7:23 pm-5:42 am

1 stop8h 19m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 4/30

8:00 am-6:30 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$388

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/15

12:30 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 4/16

8:25 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 25m

$397

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/1

7:18 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop20h 05m

Dallas Love Field

Sun 5/4

6:23 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop26h 07m

$478

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Thu 6/19

8:24 am-9:13 pm

1 stop10h 49m

Dallas Love Field

Mon 6/23

12:07 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop10h 02m

$669

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/22

5:45 am-2:04 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$180

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/25

11:15 am-9:20 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$180

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/25

12:23 pm-5:37 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

$189

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 8 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas (average of $216). Flying from Santa Barbara to Dallas 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. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Dallas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dallas 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 when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

Temperature in Dallas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dallas, 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas. 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. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Santa Barbara to Dallas, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,330 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Dallas. 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?

    For a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas, 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 1 outbound flight to Dallas per day. 4 airlines have flights to Dallas from Santa Barbara on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas 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 one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $180. Users have also found prices from $180 and $189 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas?

    On average you can expect to pay $593 for a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas. The cheapest flight overall is $151 while the most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Dallas/Fort Worth) is currently priced at $389.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Dallas 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?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas (average of $216). Flying from Santa Barbara to Dallas 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas. 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 26, 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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