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$489+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu (SBA - HNL)

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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — HNL
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Wed 1/22
Wed 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Santa Barbara to Honolulu are usually found in July or May, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Honolulu

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

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$489
(Alaska Airlines)

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Average price

$642
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Honolulu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 17, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/257:27 pmSBA - HNL
2 stops28h 48mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/34:51 pmHNL - SBA
2 stops23h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/15$489
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Sun 2/236:25 amSBA - HNL
1 stop11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/2611:22 pmHNL - SBA
1 stop11h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$517
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Mon 3/105:45 amSBA - HNL
2 stops16h 37mDelta
Wed 3/197:00 amHNL - SBA
2 stops12h 05mDelta
Deal found 1/15$566
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 2/126:00 amSBA - HNL
1 stop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/1911:30 pmHNL - SBA
2 stops12h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$608
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 3/256:15 amSBA - HNL
2 stops14h 20mSouthwest
Sat 3/298:20 amHNL - SBA
2 stops12h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 1/14$679

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu 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 17, 2025.

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Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/25

7:27 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops28h 48m

Honolulu

Mon 3/3

4:51 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops23h 46m

$489

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/23

6:25 am-3:26 pm

1 stop11h 01m

Honolulu

Wed 2/26

11:22 pm-12:43 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$517

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/10

5:45 am-7:22 pm

2 stops16h 37m

Honolulu

Wed 3/19

7:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$566

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/12

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Honolulu

Wed 2/19

11:30 pm-2:21 pm

2 stops12h 51m

$608

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/25

6:15 am-5:35 pm

2 stops14h 20m

Honolulu

Sat 3/29

8:20 am-12:05 am

2 stops12h 45m

$679

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/11

5:45 am-8:25 pm

2 stops16h 40m

$837

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/12

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$852

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/12

2:29 pm-3:03 pm

2 stops26h 34m

$1,013

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

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Honolulu. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Honolulu (average of $469). Flying from Santa Barbara to Honolulu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $687). 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.

Rainfall in Honolulu by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Honolulu ranges from 0.3 - 3.2 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.2 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Honolulu when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Honolulu by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Honolulu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August 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 73.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Honolulu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Honolulu. 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 Honolulu. Reviews last updated January 17, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu round-trip from $489. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $517, and Delta, from $566. Users have found that Alaska Airlines is 26% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Honolulu one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $837 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $852 and Alaska Airlines from $1,013 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Honolulu (average of $469). Flying from Santa Barbara to Honolulu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $687). 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 airline flying from Santa Barbara to Honolulu

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu. 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 17, 2025.
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United AirlinesCheapest$484Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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