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$153+ 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 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SBA
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Alabama to Santa Barbara

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3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$307
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$153
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$481
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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 April 24, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/218:45 amATL - SBA
1 stop9h 34mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/286:39 pmSBA - ATL
1 stop8h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Tue 6/36:20 pmATL - SBA
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Tue 6/105:40 amSBA - ATL
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/147:49 amATL - SBA
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/56:12 amSBA - ATL
1 stop6h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 5/165:05 amBHM - SBA
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/197:24 pmSBA - BHM
2 stops10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$382
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/218:00 amBHM - SBA
1 stop9h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/255:00 amSBA - BHM
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$422
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 5/165:56 pmATL - SBA
1 stop26h 38mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/196:27 pmSBA - ATL
1 stop10h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/23$424
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/116:22 pmATL - SBA
Nonstop4h 53mDelta
Wed 7/28:15 amSBA - ATL
Nonstop4h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/23$499

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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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Alabama to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

Alabama

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 5/21

8:45 am-3:19 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/28

6:39 pm-6:33 am

1 stop8h 54m

$307

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 6/3

6:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/10

5:40 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$343

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 6/14

7:49 am-11:21 am

1 stop6h 32m

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/5

6:12 am-3:18 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$362

BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Fri 5/16

5:05 am-11:28 am

1 stop8h 23m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/19

7:24 pm-7:53 am

2 stops10h 29m

$382

BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Wed 5/21

8:00 am-3:19 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/25

5:00 am-2:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$422

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 5/16

5:56 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop26h 38m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/19

6:27 pm-7:49 am

1 stop10h 22m

$424

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 6/11

6:22 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop4h 53m

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/5

8:15 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$499

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 10/20

10:00 am-6:14 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$153

BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Wed 5/14

7:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop6h 28m

$157

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 5/14

6:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$172

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Alabama to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Alabama to Santa Barbara

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 April 24, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Alabama to Santa Barbara, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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?

    $153 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $157 and $172, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Santa Barbara, Birmingham - Santa Barbara or Valparaiso Destin-Ft Walton Beach - 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$343Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$378Average$979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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