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$149+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to San Antonio (SBA - SAT)

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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — SAT
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Antonio

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to San Antonio (SAT). 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 April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$299
(Delta)

One-way from

$149
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$400
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to San Antonio
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to San Antonio. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 5/75:45 amSBA - SAT
1 stop6h 00mDelta
Sun 5/116:10 pmSAT - SBA
1 stop5h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/15$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 5/712:30 pmSBA - SAT
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Sun 5/115:45 pmSAT - SBA
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/15$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 6/76:10 amSBA - SAT
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/116:55 pmSAT - SBA
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Thu 4/245:00 amSBA - SAT
1 stop14h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/254:52 pmSAT - SBA
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$1,256

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to San Antonio that are best for you.

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Price

Santa BarbaraSan Antonio

SBA - SAT

SBASAT

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/7

5:45 am-1:45 pm

1 stop6h 00m

San Antonio

Sun 5/11

6:10 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$299

Santa BarbaraSan Antonio

SBA - SAT

SBASAT

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/7

12:30 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops8h 25m

San Antonio

Sun 5/11

5:45 pm-12:10 am

2 stops8h 25m

$309

Santa BarbaraSan Antonio

SBA - SAT

SBASAT

Santa Barbara

Sat 6/7

6:10 am-1:16 pm

1 stop5h 06m

San Antonio

Wed 6/11

6:55 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$314

Santa BarbaraSan Antonio

SBA - SAT

SBASAT

Santa Barbara

Wed 6/4

6:27 pm-5:10 am

1 stop8h 43m

$149

Santa BarbaraSan Antonio

SBA - SAT

SBASAT

Santa Barbara

Wed 6/4

1:19 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops8h 39m

$155

Santa BarbaraSan Antonio

SBA - SAT

SBASAT

Santa Barbara

Wed 6/4

6:30 am-7:37 pm

3 stops11h 07m

$504

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Deals found on 4/15

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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 San Antonio in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice 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-San Antonio flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-San Antonio flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-San Antonio flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-San Antonio flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-San Antonio flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Antonio

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to San Antonio

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Antonio (average of $295). Flying from Santa Barbara to San Antonio 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.

Rainfall in San Antonio by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Antonio ranges from 1.6 - 3.7 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit San Antonio when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in San Antonio by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Antonio, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Antonio

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Antonio. 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 San Antonio. Reviews last updated April 15, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,876 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,658 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,876 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to San Antonio. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Delta, at $299, was found to be the cheapest airline from Santa Barbara to San Antonio.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and American Airlines. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to San Antonio for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $149. American Airlines flights start at $155 while deals on United Airlines start at $504 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Antonio 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 San Antonio?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Antonio (average of $295). Flying from Santa Barbara to San Antonio 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to San Antonio

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to San Antonio. 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 April 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$302Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$348Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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