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$220+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara (BUF - 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 4/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — SBA
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) 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 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$583
(Delta)

One-way from

$220
(American Airlines)

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July

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February
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Tue 2/1810:59 amBUF - SBA
2 stops13h 20mDelta
Sat 2/227:15 amSBA - BUF
2 stops14h 02mDelta
Deal found 1/16$583
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 6/137:06 amBUF - SBA
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/168:15 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops9h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$607
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Fri 6/138:30 amBUF - SBA
2 stops18h 28mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/166:39 pmSBA - BUF
3 stops20h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$738
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/174:04 pmBUF - SBA
3 stops23h 15mAlaska Airlines
Sat 2/227:27 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops23h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,254

Find flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 16, 2025.

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BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Tue 2/18

10:59 am-9:19 pm

2 stops13h 20m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/22

7:15 am-12:17 am

2 stops14h 02m

$583

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Fri 6/13

7:06 am-11:26 am

1 stop7h 20m

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/16

8:15 pm-8:56 am

2 stops9h 41m

$607

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Fri 6/13

8:30 am-11:58 pm

2 stops18h 28m

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/16

6:39 pm-6:21 pm

3 stops20h 42m

$738

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Mon 2/17

4:04 pm-12:19 pm

3 stops23h 15m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/22

7:27 pm-9:51 pm

2 stops23h 24m

$1,254

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Fri 4/4

5:08 am-3:33 pm

2 stops13h 25m

$220

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Fri 4/4

6:00 am-9:05 pm

3 stops18h 05m

$519

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Deals found on 1/16

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Buffalo to Santa Barbara in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
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 Buffalo-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Buffalo-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Buffalo-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Buffalo-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 Buffalo-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 16, 2025.

When flying from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 23% versus a flight at noon.

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 16, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Buffalo 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Delta, at $583, was found to be the cheapest airline from Buffalo to Santa Barbara.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$294Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$341Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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