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$172+ Cheap flights from Alabama to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SBA
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$342
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$172
(Southwest)

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August

Average price

$430
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Cheapest flights from Alabama to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Alabama to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

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.
Tue 4/155:57 pmATL - SBA
1 stop18h 13mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/227:18 pmSBA - ATL
1 stop8h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$342
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.
Thu 5/17:05 amATL - SBA
1 stop8h 11mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/57:40 pmSBA - ATL
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$344
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/17:35 pmATL - SBA
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Mon 5/55:55 amSBA - ATL
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$348
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.
Sat 4/1911:06 amATL - SBA
2 stops10h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/312:37 pmSBA - ATL
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$398
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/512:05 pmVPS - SBA
1 stop10h 12mDelta
Fri 6/68:30 amSBA - VPS
1 stop9h 28mDelta
Deal found 2/20$425
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/129:24 amBHM - SBA
2 stops8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/169:33 pmSBA - BHM
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$498
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/56:35 pmATL - SBA
Nonstop5h 06mDelta
Sat 4/129:15 amSBA - ATL
Nonstop4h 29mDelta
Deal found 2/20$499
This Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/910:00 amATL - SBA
1 stop11h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 7/137:15 pmSBA - ATL
1 stop9h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$605
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/123:00 pmBHM - SBA
3 stops23h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/165:06 pmSBA - BHM
2 stops26h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$858

Find flights from Alabama to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Alabama to Santa Barbara 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 February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Alabama

Fly to

Santa Barbara

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Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 4/15

5:57 pm-9:10 am

1 stop18h 13m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/22

7:18 pm-6:40 am

1 stop8h 22m

$342

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 5/1

7:05 am-12:16 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/5

7:40 pm-7:10 am

1 stop8h 30m

$344

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 5/1

7:35 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/5

5:55 am-5:50 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$348

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 4/19

11:06 am-6:38 pm

2 stops10h 32m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/3

12:37 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$398

ValparaisoSanta Barbara

VPS - SBA

VPSSBA

Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach

Thu 6/5

12:05 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/6

8:30 am-7:58 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$425

BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Wed 3/12

9:24 am-3:53 pm

2 stops8h 29m

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/16

9:33 pm-8:54 am

2 stops9h 21m

$498

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 4/5

6:35 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop5h 06m

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/10

8:45 am-4:14 pm

Nonstop4h 29m

$499

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 7/9

10:00 am-6:14 pm

1 stop11h 14m

Santa Barbara

Sun 7/13

7:15 pm-7:18 am

1 stop9h 03m

$605

BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Wed 3/12

3:00 pm-12:09 pm

3 stops23h 09m

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/16

5:06 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops26h 54m

$858

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 5/20

6:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$172

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Best time to book a flight from Alabama to Santa Barbara

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Travel insights for flights from Alabama to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Alabama to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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 Santa Barbara by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Barbara ranges from 0.0 - 3.5 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Santa Barbara when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Barbara by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, 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 62.6 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 Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. 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 Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Alabama to Santa Barbara, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Alabama to Santa Barbara. 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 into for flights to Santa Barbara from Alabama?

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from Alabama, you will be flying to Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara.

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

    $172 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $177 and $209, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Alabama to Santa Barbara?

    Most travelers choose Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Santa Barbara, Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach - Santa Barbara or Birmingham - Santa Barbara when deciding on the best route from Alabama to Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Alabama to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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 2 airlines flying from Alabama to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Alabama to Santa Barbara. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$343Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$378Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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