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$550+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Riviera Maya

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — CUN
févr. 25 — mars 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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$550
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December

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February

Average price

$414
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on février 20, 2025.

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.
jeu. 3/135:45 amSBA - CUN
2 stops12h 50mDelta
mar. 3/187:54 amCUN - SBA
2 stops16h 20mDelta
Deal found 2/19$550
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 5/157:24 pmSBA - CUN
1 stop17h 41mAmerican Airlines
mar. 5/2010:40 amCUN - SBA
2 stops14h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$573
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 3/132:08 pmSBA - CUN
2 stops28h 32mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/184:10 pmCUN - SBA
1 stop28h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$629
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.
jeu. 4/103:40 pmSBA - CUN
1 stop13h 08mUnited Airlines
lun. 4/147:58 amCUN - SBA
1 stop7h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$638
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 4/26:00 amSBA - CUN
2 stops12h 35mAir Canada
dim. 4/69:25 pmCUN - SBA
2 stops28h 34mAir Canada
Deal found 2/18$695
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.
sam. 4/267:18 pmSBA - CUN
1 stop19h 01mAlaska Airlines
mer. 4/305:29 pmCUN - SBA
2 stops51h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$741
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jeu. 3/135:06 pmSBA - CUN
3 stops42h 04mAvianca
mar. 3/182:10 pmCUN - SBA
2 stops28h 15mAvianca
Deal found 2/19$1,733

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya 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 février 20, 2025.

Fly from

Santa Barbara

Fly to

Riviera Maya

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

jeu. 3/13

5:45 am-6:40 pm

2 stops10h 55m

Cancun

mar. 3/18

12:40 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$550

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

jeu. 5/15

7:24 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop17h 41m

Cancun

mar. 5/20

10:40 am-10:46 pm

2 stops14h 06m

$573

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

jeu. 3/13

2:08 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops28h 32m

Cancun

mar. 3/18

4:10 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop28h 19m

$629

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

jeu. 4/10

3:40 pm-6:48 am

1 stop13h 08m

Cancun

lun. 4/14

7:58 am-1:37 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$638

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

mer. 4/2

6:00 am-8:35 pm

2 stops12h 35m

Cancun

dim. 4/6

9:25 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops28h 34m

$695

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

jeu. 5/15

6:27 pm-3:15 pm

3 stops18h 48m

Cancun

mar. 5/20

4:25 pm-5:37 pm

3 stops27h 12m

$1,060

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

jeu. 3/13

5:06 pm-1:10 pm

3 stops42h 04m

Cancun

mar. 3/18

2:10 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$1,733

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Deals found on 2/19

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya (average of $360). Flying from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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.

Rainfall in Riviera Maya by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Riviera Maya ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Riviera Maya when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Riviera Maya by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Riviera Maya, 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 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Riviera Maya

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riviera Maya. 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 Riviera Maya. Reviews last updated février 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,748 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya?

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Riviera Maya from Santa Barbara.

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

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya (average of $360). Flying from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 Riviera Maya

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Riviera Maya. 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 février 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$426Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$439Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$499Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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