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$155+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Illinois

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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — ORD
Jan 13 — Jan 201
Mon 1/13
Mon 1/20
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Illinois (USIL). 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 8, 2025.

Round-trip from

$279
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$155
(Alaska Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Sat 2/14:19 pmSBA - STL
1 stop19h 34mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/52:49 pmSTL - SBA
1 stop26h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/7$279
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Wed 2/54:19 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops18h 48mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/127:45 amORD - SBA
1 stop9h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/7$280
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Sat 2/15:00 amSBA - STL
1 stop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/51:45 pmSTL - SBA
2 stops10h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 - ORD
2 stops12h 00mDelta
Wed 2/122:25 pmORD - SBA
2 stops11h 30mDelta
Deal found 1/7$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Sat 2/1512:33 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 23mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/186:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Sat 2/17:15 amSBA - STL
1 stop9h 30mDelta
Fri 2/72:00 pmSTL - SBA
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Deal found 1/7$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Mon 5/52:25 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops7h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/95:55 pmORD - SBA
1 stop7h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Tue 1/216:20 amSBA - MLI
2 stops12h 22mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/258:40 amMLI - SBA
1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$409
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Wed 9/1011:00 amSBA - ORD
2 stops10h 40mSouthwest
Mon 9/153:10 pmORD - SBA
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 1/6$437

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois 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 8, 2025.

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Santa BarbaraSt. Louis

SBA - STL

SBASTL

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/1

4:19 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop19h 34m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 2/5

2:49 pm-3:29 pm

1 stop26h 40m

$279

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/5

4:19 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops18h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/12

7:45 am-3:29 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$280

Santa BarbaraSt. Louis

SBA - STL

SBASTL

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/1

5:00 am-12:48 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 2/5

1:45 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$284

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/5

7:15 am-9:15 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/12

2:25 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops11h 30m

$317

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/15

12:33 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

6:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop7h 31m

$319

Santa BarbaraSt. Louis

SBA - STL

SBASTL

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/1

7:15 am-6:45 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 2/7

2:00 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$339

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/5

2:25 pm-12:05 am

2 stops7h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

5:55 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$344

Santa BarbaraMoline

SBA - MLI

SBAMLI

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/21

6:20 am-8:42 pm

2 stops12h 22m

Moline Quad-City

Sat 1/25

8:40 am-1:03 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$409

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/24

12:20 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/28

1:30 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$450

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/1

12:58 pm-1:04 pm

1 stop22h 06m

$155

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Santa Barbara to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $318). 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 8, 2025.

When flying from Santa Barbara to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated January 8, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines from Santa Barbara to Illinois. 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
4,652 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

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
4,652 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,652 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

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
9,620 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,652 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

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
8,503 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,652 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

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
8,934 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,652 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

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
4,652 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

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 Illinois. 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 Illinois?

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Illinois from Santa Barbara.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois are Alaska Airlines ($155), American Airlines ($170), and Delta ($219).

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Barbara to Illinois?

    The most popular flight routes from Santa Barbara to Illinois are Santa Barbara - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Santa Barbara - Lambert-St Louis and Santa Barbara - Bloomington-Normal.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from Santa Barbara to Illinois in March is currently the most expensive (average of $318). 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Illinois

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois. 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 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$215Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$306Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$317Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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