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$226+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Montana

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SBA — BZN
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Average price

$389
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Montana
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 3/145:45 amSBA - GTF
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Sun 3/166:25 pmGTF - SBA
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Deal found 2/20$226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/145:45 amSBA - BZN
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Wed 3/196:30 pmBZN - SBA
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Deal found 2/19$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/145:45 amSBA - BZN
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Wed 3/195:35 amBZN - SBA
2 stops12h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$253
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/76:20 amSBA - BZN
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/113:50 pmBZN - SBA
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$258
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/227:18 pmSBA - BZN
1 stop14h 26mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/3011:24 amBZN - SBA
1 stop8h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$306
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 8/235:45 pmSBA - FCA
1 stop18h 28mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/306:35 pmFCA - SBA
1 stop17h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$306
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/135:00 amSBA - GTF
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/166:40 amGTF - SBA
2 stops30h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$414
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 3/147:27 pmSBA - GTF
1 stop17h 38mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/172:45 pmGTF - SBA
2 stops22h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$419
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 2/267:27 pmSBA - MSO
1 stop17h 13mAlaska Airlines
Sat 3/12:34 pmMSO - SBA
1 stop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$687
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Wed 2/2610:45 amSBA - MSO
2 stops28h 27mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/12:36 pmMSO - SBA
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$692

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Montana within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Montana 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 February 20, 2025.

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Santa Barbara

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Montana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraGreat Falls

SBA - GTF

SBAGTF

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/14

5:45 am-11:18 am

1 stop4h 33m

Great Falls

Sun 3/16

6:25 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$226

Santa BarbaraBozeman

SBA - BZN

SBABZN

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/14

5:45 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Wed 3/19

6:30 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$237

Santa BarbaraBozeman

SBA - BZN

SBABZN

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/14

5:45 am-3:05 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Wed 3/19

5:35 am-4:40 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$253

Santa BarbaraBozeman

SBA - BZN

SBABZN

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/7

6:20 am-2:45 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Tue 3/11

3:50 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$258

Santa BarbaraBozeman

SBA - BZN

SBABZN

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/22

7:18 pm-10:44 am

1 stop14h 26m

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Wed 4/30

11:24 am-6:30 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$306

Santa BarbaraGreat Falls

SBA - GTF

SBAGTF

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/13

5:00 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Great Falls

Sun 3/16

6:40 am-12:09 pm

2 stops30h 29m

$414

Santa BarbaraGreat Falls

SBA - GTF

SBAGTF

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/14

7:27 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop17h 38m

Great Falls

Mon 3/17

2:45 pm-12:19 pm

2 stops22h 34m

$419

Santa BarbaraMissoula

SBA - MSO

SBAMSO

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/25

5:45 am-11:15 am

1 stop4h 30m

$397

Santa BarbaraMissoula

SBA - MSO

SBAMSO

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/26

7:27 pm-2:59 pm

2 stops18h 32m

$527

Santa BarbaraMissoula

SBA - MSO

SBAMSO

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/25

2:06 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 53m

$542

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Montana

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Montana (average of $371). Flying from Santa Barbara to Montana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $520). 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 MT?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Montana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

When flying from Santa Barbara to Montana, 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 Montana by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Montana ranges from 0.4 - 2.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.0 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Montana when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Montana by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Montana, 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 64.4 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 Montana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Montana. 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 Montana. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Barbara to Montana, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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 Montana. 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 Montana?

    If you book a flight to Montana 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 Montana one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $397. Alaska Airlines flights start at $527 while deals on United Airlines start at $781 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Santa Barbara to Montana is Santa Barbara - Great Falls. You may also consider Santa Barbara - Kalispell Glacier Park or Santa Barbara - Bozeman Gallatin Field.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Montana (average of $371). Flying from Santa Barbara to Montana in June is currently the most expensive (average of $520). 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 Montana

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Montana. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$118Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$274Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$309Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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