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$149+ Cheap flights from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara (ABQ - 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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ABQ — SBA
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sat 1/25
Sat 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albuquerque (ABQ) to Santa Barbara (SBA). 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 January 20, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$377
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(American Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$356
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Cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Mon 2/176:00 amABQ - SBA
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/241:13 pmSBA - ABQ
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$377
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Mon 2/36:00 pmABQ - SBA
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Fri 2/75:45 amSBA - ABQ
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 1/19$427
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/178:00 amABQ - SBA
2 stops29h 19mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/247:27 pmSBA - ABQ
1 stop25h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$493
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Mon 2/36:36 amABQ - SBA
1 stop6h 32mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/75:00 amSBA - ABQ
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$497

Find flights from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Albuquerque 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 January 20, 2025.

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AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Mon 2/17

6:00 am-9:29 am

1 stop4h 29m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/24

1:13 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$377

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Mon 2/3

6:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/7

5:45 am-11:33 am

1 stop4h 48m

$427

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Mon 2/17

8:00 am-12:19 pm

2 stops29h 19m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/24

7:27 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop25h 24m

$493

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Mon 2/3

6:36 am-12:08 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/7

5:00 am-12:38 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$497

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Tue 2/4

6:00 am-9:17 am

1 stop4h 17m

$149

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Sun 2/9

8:00 am-3:29 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$161

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Mon 2/24

6:15 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$179

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Thu 2/20

6:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$184

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Sat 6/21

7:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$191

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FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Albuquerque-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Albuquerque-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albuquerque-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albuquerque-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Albuquerque-Santa Barbara 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 Albuquerque to Santa Barbara

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Travel insights for flights from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Albuquerque 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ABQ to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 January 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $377 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Alaska Airlines, starting at $427 and $493 round-trip. Users have found that American Airlines is 5% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara are American Airlines ($149), Alaska Airlines ($161), and Southwest ($179).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Albuquerque 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 airline flying from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara

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American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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