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$79+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Portland (SBA - PDX)

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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — PDX
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Santa Barbara to Portland are usually found in January or October, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Portland (PDX). 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 December 23, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$166
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$79
(Alaska Airlines)

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January

Average price

$336
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/305:50 amSBA - PDX
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Thu 1/25:15 pmPDX - SBA
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/22$276
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/312:10 pmSBA - PDX
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/31:34 pmPDX - SBA
1 stop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$382
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/3010:02 amSBA - PDX
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/27:10 amPDX - SBA
Nonstop2h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/22$452
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/274:00 pmSBA - PDX
2 stops7h 20mSouthwest
Mon 12/309:05 amPDX - SBA
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$542

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Santa BarbaraPortland

SBA - PDX

SBAPDX

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/1

2:06 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Portland

Sun 3/2

7:46 am-12:01 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$166

Santa BarbaraPortland

SBA - PDX

SBAPDX

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/1

12:58 pm-3:16 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

Portland

Sun 3/2

10:14 am-12:19 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$167

Santa BarbaraPortland

SBA - PDX

SBAPDX

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/16

5:45 am-12:31 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Portland

Mon 1/20

7:11 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$186

Santa BarbaraPortland

SBA - PDX

SBAPDX

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/13

6:00 am-2:10 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Portland

Sun 2/16

2:55 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$318

Santa BarbaraPortland

SBA - PDX

SBAPDX

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/2

1:18 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Portland

Sun 1/5

5:15 am-12:38 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$671

Santa BarbaraPortland

SBA - PDX

SBAPDX

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/5

2:29 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$79

Santa BarbaraPortland

SBA - PDX

SBAPDX

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/5

1:11 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$80

Santa BarbaraPortland

SBA - PDX

SBAPDX

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/5

1:15 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$83

Santa BarbaraPortland

SBA - PDX

SBAPDX

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/15

7:05 pm-12:50 am

1 stop5h 45m

$123

Santa BarbaraPortland

SBA - PDX

SBAPDX

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/4

11:05 am-7:15 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$309

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Deals found on 12/22

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Portland in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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-Portland flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Portland flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Portland flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Portland 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-Portland flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Portland

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Portland. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Santa Barbara to Portland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Portland (average of $277). Flying from Santa Barbara to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 PDX?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Portland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Portland is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 12% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Portland

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Portland. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

The most flights from SBA to PDX are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Portland by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Portland ranges from 0.7 - 5.6 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Portland when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Portland by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Portland, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. 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 Portland. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Santa Barbara to Portland by reading reviews from past customers. 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
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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
4,780 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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
9,549 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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
8,588 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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
9,020 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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
4,780 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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 Portland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Santa Barbara to Portland?

    If you book a flight from Santa Barbara to Portland, you will be flying from Santa Barbara to Portland. Flights to Portland (PDX) from Santa Barbara (SBA) take 2h 08m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Santa Barbara to Portland per day from 5 airlines.

  • How popular is this Santa Barbara to Portland flight route?

    This flight path from Santa Barbara to Portland was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($166), Alaska Airlines ($167), and Delta ($186) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Portland. These flights start at 47% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Portland are Alaska Airlines ($79), American Airlines ($80), and Delta ($83).

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

    Before booking your flight to Portland from Santa Barbara, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Alaska Airlines (93%), Horizon Air (93%), Hawaiian Airlines( 93%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $272 for a flight from Santa Barbara to Portland. The cheapest flight overall is $97 while the most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Portland) is currently priced at $161.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Portland (average of $277). Flying from Santa Barbara to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 5 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Portland

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Portland. 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 December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$168Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$181Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$310Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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