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$203+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SBA
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$308
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$203
(Delta)

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January

Average price

$620
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/257:45 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Wed 1/17:15 amSBA - CMH
1 stop9h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/18$472
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/252:50 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops12h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/16:00 amSBA - CMH
2 stops11h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$663
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/265:03 amCMH - SBA
1 stop9h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/412:27 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$980

Find flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 December 18, 2024.

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ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Wed 1/22

6:17 pm-3:29 pm

1 stop24h 12m

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/25

4:19 pm-5:17 pm

1 stop21h 58m

$308

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Wed 1/22

4:35 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/25

6:20 am-8:21 pm

2 stops11h 01m

$313

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Thu 2/27

4:08 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/4

7:15 am-10:33 pm

2 stops12h 18m

$396

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Thu 2/27

11:42 am-10:12 pm

2 stops13h 30m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/4

9:59 am-11:47 pm

2 stops10h 48m

$446

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Thu 1/9

2:04 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$203

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Thu 1/9

6:05 am-9:45 pm

3 stops18h 40m

$263

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Sat 12/28

7:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop7h 42m

$459

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Deals found on 12/17

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Santa Barbara

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 December 18, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Santa Barbara in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 2% on your trip compared to booking 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 December 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from Columbus, 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. There are 0 flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara round-trip from $308. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $313, and Delta, from $396. Users have found that Alaska Airlines is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to Santa Barbara are Delta ($203), United Airlines ($263), and American Airlines ($459).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$336Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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