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$151+ 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 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
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The best prices from Santa Barbara to Dallas are usually found in February or October, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$283
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$151
(Alaska Airlines)

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Average price

$560
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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 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 Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1812:45 pmSBA - DAL
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Tue 3/258:00 amDAL - SBA
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$313
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
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/27:27 pmSBA - DAL
1 stop21h 02mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/57:29 pmDAL - SBA
1 stop25h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$382
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/57:15 amSBA - DAL
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Sun 2/912:09 pmDAL - SBA
1 stop11h 10mDelta
Deal found 1/21$635

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas within your budget

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 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 - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/18

12:45 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Dallas Love Field

Tue 3/25

8:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$313

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/2

7:27 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop21h 02m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 3/5

7:29 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop25h 08m

$382

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 - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/5

7:15 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Dallas Love Field

Sun 2/9

12:09 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$635

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 - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/19

7:15 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$152

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas

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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 January 17, 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 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 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 January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Santa Barbara to Dallas, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines. 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
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

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 0 outbound flights 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 $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 one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $151. Users have also found prices from $152 and $189 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $378 for a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas. 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 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 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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