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$125+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Riverside, CA

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 12/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — LAX
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Riverside

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Riverside (R1V). 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 November 21, 2024.

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$189
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$125
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Riverside
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Riverside. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2011:55 amSBA - LAX
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/2211:00 pmLAX - SBA
Nonstop0h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$189
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/1010:54 amSBA - LAX
1 stop21h 32mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/179:00 amLAX - SBA
1 stop9h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$333

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Riverside within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Riverside 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/20

11:55 am-12:58 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/22

11:00 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

$189

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/22

2:29 pm-11:33 am

1 stop21h 04m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/25

7:40 am-3:29 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$282

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Sun 12/15

5:50 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$125

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/7

2:29 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$141

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/19

12:27 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops48h 23m

$2,924

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Deals found on 11/20

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Riverside

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Riverside

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Riverside (average of $240). Flying from Santa Barbara to Riverside in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 R1V?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Riverside. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Santa Barbara to Riverside as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Riverside

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Riverside. 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from SBA to R1V are scheduled on a Tuesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Riverside by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Riverside 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 Riverside when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Riverside by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Riverside, 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 Riverside

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riverside. 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 Riverside. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,832 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Riverside 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. There are 10 flights from Santa Barbara to Riverside per day from 1 airline.

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

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from Santa Barbara to Riverside.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $125. Alaska Airlines flights start at $141 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $2,924 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Santa Barbara to Riverside are Lufthansa (98%), Copa Airlines (94%) and SkyWest Airlines (93%).

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

    While on average a flight from Santa Barbara to Riverside is generally $530, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $144. When looking at the most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $189 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Riverside (average of $240). Flying from Santa Barbara to Riverside in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 airline flying from Santa Barbara to Riverside

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United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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