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$145+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Phoenix

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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — PHX
Mar 10 — Mar 171
Mon 3/10
Mon 3/17
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Santa Barbara to Phoenix are usually found in June or October, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Phoenix

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Phoenix (PH1). 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 March 5, 2025.

Round-trip from

$340
(Southwest)

One-way from

$145
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$473
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Phoenix
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 5, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 4/43:45 pmSBA - PHX
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Sun 4/67:15 pmPHX - SBA
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/3$340
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 4/181:15 pmSBA - PHX
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Sat 4/196:00 amPHX - SBA
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/4$349
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 10/247:15 pmSBA - PHX
1 stop27h 51mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/283:20 pmPHX - SBA
1 stop26h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/4$353
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 4/56:17 amSBA - PHX
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/88:30 pmPHX - SBA
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/4$357
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Sat 4/52:17 pmSBA - PHX
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/86:00 amPHX - SBA
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/4$364

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Phoenix within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Phoenix 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 5, 2025.

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Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/4

3:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 4/6

7:15 pm-12:05 am

1 stop4h 50m

$340

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/18

1:15 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 4/19

6:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$349

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/5

6:17 am-7:54 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/8

8:30 pm-10:08 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$357

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/5

2:17 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/8

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$364

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/16

7:23 pm-12:12 am

1 stop28h 49m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/23

7:00 am-6:30 pm

2 stops11h 30m

$373

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/2

5:50 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$145

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/19

2:08 pm-11:11 pm

2 stops9h 03m

$150

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/5

5:30 am-2:50 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$165

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/28

6:25 am-8:02 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$282

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Sun 6/8

6:27 pm-5:16 pm

2 stops22h 49m

$365

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Phoenix

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santa Barbara to Phoenix is 77 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 Phoenix?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Santa Barbara to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 PHX?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Phoenix. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 5, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Phoenix at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Barbara to Phoenix?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on February 25, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Phoenix flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Phoenix by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Phoenix ranges from 0.0 - 1.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Phoenix when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Phoenix by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Phoenix, 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 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Phoenix

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Phoenix. 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 Phoenix. Reviews last updated March 5, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Santa Barbara to Phoenix, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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
4,321 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,709 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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
8,045 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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
8,660 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,321 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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
4,321 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

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 Phoenix. 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 Phoenix?

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Phoenix from Santa Barbara. Booking flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Phoenix should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily outbound flight to Phoenix from 3 different airlines.

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

    Southwest, at $340, was found to be the cheapest airline from Santa Barbara to Phoenix.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. Southwest is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $145. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Santa Barbara to Phoenix for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Barbara to Phoenix?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Santa Barbara to Phoenix consider choosing Envoy Air (88%), American Airlines (85%) or SkyWest Airlines (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Phoenix?

    The cheapest flight price from Santa Barbara to Phoenix is $158. On average you can expect to pay $791. The most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), can usually be booked for $289.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Santa Barbara to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 Phoenix

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Phoenix. 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 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$301Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$311Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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