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$176+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Minnesota

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 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — MSP
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Minnesota

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Round-trip from

$319
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$176
(Delta)

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May

Average price

$370
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Minnesota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Minnesota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/103:56 pmSBA - FSD
1 stop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/145:03 pmFSD - SBA
1 stop6h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/221:15 pmSBA - MSP
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Wed 4/308:30 amMSP - SBA
1 stop5h 42mDelta
Deal found 3/26$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 4/2312:37 pmSBA - MSP
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/285:38 amMSP - SBA
2 stops11h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$356
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/242:15 pmSBA - MSP
2 stops7h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/268:43 amMSP - SBA
2 stops11h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$364
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/1312:30 pmSBA - MSP
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Mon 5/193:55 pmMSP - SBA
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$415
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 5/165:45 amSBA - FSD
2 stops11h 31mDelta
Sun 5/185:00 amFSD - SBA
2 stops9h 02mDelta
Deal found 3/26$439
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 5/1612:23 pmSBA - FSD
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/186:26 amFSD - SBA
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$667

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Minnesota 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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Minnesota that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Minnesota

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraSioux Falls

SBA - FSD

SBAFSD

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/10

3:56 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 4/14

5:03 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$319

Santa BarbaraMinneapolis

SBA - MSP

SBAMSP

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/22

5:45 am-2:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/28

6:18 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$351

Santa BarbaraMinneapolis

SBA - MSP

SBAMSP

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/23

12:37 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 4/28

5:38 am-3:33 pm

2 stops11h 55m

$356

Santa BarbaraMinneapolis

SBA - MSP

SBAMSP

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/24

2:15 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops7h 29m

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 4/26

8:43 am-6:09 pm

2 stops11h 26m

$364

Santa BarbaraMinneapolis

SBA - MSP

SBAMSP

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/13

12:30 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 5/19

3:55 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$415

Santa BarbaraSioux Falls

SBA - FSD

SBAFSD

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/16

5:45 am-7:16 pm

2 stops11h 31m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 5/18

5:00 am-12:02 pm

2 stops9h 02m

$439

Santa BarbaraSioux Falls

SBA - FSD

SBAFSD

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/16

12:23 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 5/18

6:26 am-11:28 am

1 stop7h 02m

$667

Santa BarbaraMinneapolis

SBA - MSP

SBAMSP

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/12

1:30 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$176

Santa BarbaraMinneapolis

SBA - MSP

SBAMSP

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/12

7:08 pm-9:08 am

2 stops12h 00m

$181

Santa BarbaraMinneapolis

SBA - MSP

SBAMSP

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/18

6:00 am-3:30 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$229

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Minnesota (average of $247). Flying from Santa Barbara to Minnesota in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 MN?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Minnesota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

When flying from Santa Barbara to Minnesota, 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 Minnesota by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Minnesota ranges from 0.8 - 4.3 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.3 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Minnesota when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Minnesota by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Minnesota, 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 15.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Minnesota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Minnesota. 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 Minnesota. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Barbara to Minnesota, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Minnesota from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Minnesota are Delta ($176), American Airlines ($181), and Southwest ($229).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Minnesota (average of $247). Flying from Santa Barbara to Minnesota in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 Minnesota

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Minnesota. 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$312Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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