How popular is this Santa Barbara to Los Angeles flight route?

The Santa Barbara to Los Angeles flight path was viewed by 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles round-trip?

Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $239. This flight start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?

The cheapest flight price from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles is $118. On average you can expect to pay $431. The most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $239.

What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?

Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Santa Barbara, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Copa Airlines (94%), Air Canada (92%), Avianca( 92%).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?

Flying to your destination on a Friday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Los Angeles. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

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

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Los Angeles 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-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

What airports do I use to fly from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?

If you wish to fly to Los Angeles from Santa Barbara, then you need to book flights from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles. There are 7 flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Los Angeles (LAX) per day to choose from. Flights to Los Angeles from Santa Barbara are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 0h 53m is how long a nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles typically takes.

Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Most accurate provider	FlightHub 3 stars
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Round-trip from	$239 (United Airlines)
One-way from	$120 (United Airlines)
Popular in	May
Cheapest in	December
Average price	$249
Good round-trip deal	$420 or less
Good one-way deal	$148 or less

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

Mon 4/212:28 pmSBA - LAX

Nonstop1h 07mUnited Airlines

Mon 4/2811:02 pmLAX - SBA

Nonstop0h 57mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$239

Fri 3/286:00 amSBA - LAX

Nonstop0h 56mMultiple Airlines

Sun 3/3010:17 pmLAX - SBA

1 stop13h 44mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$684

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Mon 4/212:28 pmSBA - LAX

Nonstop1h 07mUnited Airlines

Mon 4/2811:02 pmLAX - SBA

Nonstop0h 57mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$239

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Fri 3/286:00 amSBA - LAX

Nonstop0h 56mMultiple Airlines

Sun 3/3010:17 pmLAX - SBA

1 stop13h 44mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$684

Tue 4/12:28 pmSBA - LAX

Nonstop1h 07mUnited Airlines

Mon 4/712:40 pmLAX - SBA

Nonstop0h 57mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$449

Tue 4/16:20 amSBA - LAX

2 stops10h 06mMultiple Airlines

Mon 4/78:00 amLAX - SBA

2 stops15h 59mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$852

Mon 4/212:28 pmSBA - LAX

Nonstop1h 07mUnited Airlines

Mon 4/2811:02 pmLAX - SBA

Nonstop0h 57mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$239

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Mon 5/264:55 pmSBA - LAX

Nonstop1h 04mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$120

Tue 5/276:27 pmSBA - LAX

1 stop16h 23mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 3/24

$187

Thu 3/276:20 amSBA - LAX

2 stops6h 56mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/22

$403

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Mon 4/21

2:28 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

11:02 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop0h 57m

$239

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SBA - LAX

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Fri 3/28

6:00 am-6:56 am

Nonstop0h 56m

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Sun 3/30

10:17 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop13h 44m

$684

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/26

4:55 pm-5:59 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

$120

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SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/27

6:27 pm-10:50 am

1 stop16h 23m

$187

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SBA - LAX

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Santa Barbara

Thu 3/27

6:20 am-1:16 pm

2 stops6h 56m

$403

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Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust 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-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Los Angeles 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-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 LAX?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles

The most flights from SBA to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,785 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,785 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,785 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,605 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,785 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

What airports do I use to fly from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?
If you wish to fly to Los Angeles from Santa Barbara, then you need to book flights from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles. There are 7 flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Los Angeles (LAX) per day to choose from. Flights to Los Angeles from Santa Barbara are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 0h 53m is how long a nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles typically takes.
How popular is this Santa Barbara to Los Angeles flight route?
The Santa Barbara to Los Angeles flight path was viewed by 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles round-trip?
Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at $239. This flight start at 28% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?
Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from Santa Barbara, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Copa Airlines (94%), Air Canada (92%), Avianca( 92%).
What are the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?
The cheapest flight price from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles is $118. On average you can expect to pay $431. The most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $239.
Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Santa Barbara to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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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