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Cheap flights from Birmingham to Santa Barbara (BHM - SBA) from $170

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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May 21 — May 281
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) 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 May 16, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara?

Leaving on a Monday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 131% on the overall cost on flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara?

Users have found that booking a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara at least 49 days early can save you up to 115% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 49 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara for as little as $651 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $897 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara?

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Santa Barbara from Birmingham, Alabama. Prices for February average $558 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $345. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a February flight can save you 42% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara (BHM - SBA)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 1% on airfare.

Cheap Delta flights from Birmingham to Santa Barbara

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Birmingham and Santa Barbara. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Delta flights we've found from Birmingham to Santa Barbara. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sat 9/71:15 pmBHM - SBA
1 stop9h 40mDelta
Tue 9/107:25 amSBA - BHM
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 5/15$319
Sat 9/73:30 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops9h 31mDelta
Tue 9/107:25 amSBA - BHM
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Deal found 5/14$387
Sat 9/71:15 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops11h 46mDelta
Tue 9/107:25 amSBA - BHM
2 stops11h 32mDelta
Deal found 5/14$522
Sat 9/71:15 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops11h 46mDelta
Tue 9/106:00 amSBA - BHM
2 stops12h 12mDelta
Deal found 5/15$597

Cheap American Airlines flights from Birmingham to Santa Barbara

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Birmingham and Santa Barbara. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available American Airlines flights departing from Birmingham and landing in Santa Barbara. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Mon 6/35:23 amBHM - SBA
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$399
Mon 6/33:02 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$404
Mon 6/35:23 amBHM - SBA
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$486
Mon 6/32:45 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$490
Mon 6/33:02 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
2 stops12h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$529
Mon 6/32:45 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
2 stops11h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$724

Cheap Birmingham to Santa Barbara flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Birmingham to Santa Barbara specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Birmingham to Santa Barbara in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 6/35:23 amBHM - SBA
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$399
Mon 6/33:02 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$404
Mon 6/35:23 amBHM - SBA
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$486
Mon 6/32:45 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$490
Mon 6/33:02 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
2 stops12h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$529
Mon 6/32:45 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
2 stops11h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$724

Birmingham to Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Birmingham and Santa Barbara in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Birmingham to Santa Barbara in May and June 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Sat 9/71:15 pmBHM - SBA
1 stop9h 40mDelta
Tue 9/107:25 amSBA - BHM
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 5/15$319
Sat 9/71:15 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops11h 46mDelta
Tue 9/107:25 amSBA - BHM
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 5/15$387
Mon 6/35:23 amBHM - SBA
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$399
Mon 6/33:02 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$404
Mon 6/35:23 amBHM - SBA
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$486
Mon 6/32:45 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$490
Sat 9/71:15 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops11h 46mDelta
Tue 9/107:25 amSBA - BHM
2 stops11h 32mDelta
Deal found 5/14$522
Mon 6/33:02 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/75:10 amSBA - BHM
2 stops12h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$529
Sat 9/71:15 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops11h 46mDelta
Tue 9/106:00 amSBA - BHM
2 stops12h 12mDelta
Deal found 5/15$597

One-way flights to Santa Barbara from Birmingham

Search for one-way flight options from Birmingham to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Birmingham to Santa Barbara can select one of these great deals. Users can also find round-trip Birmingham to Santa Barbara flights by using the search form above.
Tue 5/281:07 pmBHM - SBA
2 stops10h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$170
Tue 5/285:23 amBHM - SBA
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/14$253
Tue 5/286:09 pmBHM - SBA
3 stops20h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$483

Find flights from Birmingham to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham 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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Sat 9/7

1 stop9h 40m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/10

1 stop7h 16m

$319

BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Sat 9/7

2 stops9h 31m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/10

1 stop9h 09m

$387

BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Mon 6/3

1 stop8h 28m

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/7

1 stop5h 56m

$399

BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Mon 6/3

2 stops8h 54m

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/7

1 stop5h 56m

$404

BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Mon 6/3

1 stop8h 28m

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/7

1 stop5h 56m

$486

BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Mon 6/3

2 stops9h 11m

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/7

1 stop5h 56m

$490

BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Sat 9/7

2 stops11h 46m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/10

2 stops11h 32m

$522

BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Mon 6/3

2 stops8h 54m

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/7

2 stops12h 00m

$529

BirminghamSanta Barbara

BHM - SBA

BHMSBA

Birmingham

Sat 9/7

2 stops11h 46m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/10

2 stops12h 12m

$597

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Deals found on 5/15

When is the cheapest time to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Birmingham to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip from Birmingham to Santa Barbara by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Birmingham to Santa Barbara is currently $302 while a round-trip flight costs $459. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara (average of $359). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $541). 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.

January

$359

February

$394

March

$446

April

$456

May

$450

June

$541

July

$505

August

$430

September

$400

October

$417

November

$449

December

$426

Temperature and rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

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

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Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °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 May 16, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Birmingham to Santa Barbara, see what other customers have to say about Delta and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
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Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,514 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $319, but on average you can expect to pay $485.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $319 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $399. You may be able to fly from Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does BHM to SBA mean?

    Birmingham Airport is BHM and Santa Barbara Airport is SBA. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Santa Barbara that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Birmingham to Santa Barbara flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Birmingham to Santa Barbara with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Birmingham to Santa Barbara flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to Santa Barbara that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Birmingham to Santa Barbara offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Birmingham to Santa Barbara?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Birmingham to Santa Barbara flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara flight deals updated?

    The Birmingham, Alabama to Santa Barbara flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/16.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Birmingham to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham 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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$380Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$454Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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