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$157+ Cheap flights from Arkansas 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LIT — SBA
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Arkansas to Santa Barbara

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Round-trip from

$269
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$157
(United Airlines)

Popular in

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June

Average price

$414
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Cheapest flights from Arkansas to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Arkansas to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 7/297:53 amXNA - SBA
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/56:12 amSBA - XNA
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/1612:40 pmXNA - SBA
1 stop9h 50mDelta
Sun 4/205:45 amSBA - XNA
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/1$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/77:40 amMEM - SBA
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/84:25 pmSBA - MEM
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 7/2911:50 amXNA - SBA
3 stops14h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/56:00 amSBA - XNA
2 stops12h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/156:00 amFSM - SBA
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/1912:37 pmSBA - FSM
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$427
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 8/16:15 amMEM - SBA
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Mon 8/45:15 amSBA - MEM
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/1$427
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:00 amMEM - SBA
3 stops32h 16mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/97:40 pmSBA - MEM
2 stops13h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$554

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Arkansas 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 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Arkansas to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

Arkansas

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

FayettevilleSanta Barbara

XNA - SBA

XNASBA

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Tue 7/29

7:53 am-11:19 am

1 stop5h 26m

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/5

6:12 am-1:41 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$269

FayettevilleSanta Barbara

XNA - SBA

XNASBA

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Wed 4/16

12:40 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/20

5:45 am-12:55 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$298

MemphisSanta Barbara

MEM - SBA

MEMSBA

Memphis

Wed 5/7

7:40 am-12:34 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/8

4:25 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$332

FayettevilleSanta Barbara

XNA - SBA

XNASBA

Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas

Tue 7/29

11:50 am-11:59 pm

3 stops14h 09m

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/5

6:00 am-8:35 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$364

MemphisSanta Barbara

MEM - SBA

MEMSBA

Memphis

Fri 8/1

6:15 am-10:25 am

1 stop6h 10m

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/4

5:15 am-3:45 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$427

Fort SmithSanta Barbara

FSM - SBA

FSMSBA

Fort Smith

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-11:47 am

1 stop7h 47m

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/19

12:37 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$427

MemphisSanta Barbara

MEM - SBA

MEMSBA

Memphis

Mon 5/5

6:00 am-12:16 pm

3 stops32h 16m

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/9

7:40 pm-10:51 am

2 stops13h 11m

$554

MemphisSanta Barbara

MEM - SBA

MEMSBA

Memphis

Wed 5/7

8:25 am-3:19 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$157

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Deals found on 4/1

Best time to book a flight from Arkansas to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arkansas to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Arkansas 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 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Arkansas to Santa Barbara. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,615 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Arkansas 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 Arkansas?

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

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

    While some choose either Memphis - Santa Barbara or Fort Smith - Santa Barbara, Fayetteville Northwest Arkansas - Santa Barbara is the most popular route from Arkansas to Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arkansas to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Arkansas 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 3 airlines flying from Arkansas to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Arkansas 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$239Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$273Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$361Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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