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$172+ Cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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 3/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — SBA
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Thu 3/13
Thu 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Barbara are usually found in January or April, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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 March 8, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$343
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$172
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$541

Good round-trip deal

$414 or less

Good one-way deal

$166 or less
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Cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 8, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 3/289:58 amDFW - SBA
Nonstop3h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/3112:25 pmSBA - DFW
Nonstop3h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/6$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/12:55 pmDFW - SBA
2 stops9h 19mDelta
Wed 4/95:45 amSBA - DFW
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 3/5$368
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Sat 4/55:05 pmDFW - SBA
2 stops8h 54mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/112:28 pmSBA - DFW
2 stops7h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/6$373
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/810:00 amDFW - SBA
1 stop10h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 10/117:15 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop7h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/6$420
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Thu 8/2810:00 amDFW - SBA
1 stop10h 14mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/17:15 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop19h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/6$436

Find flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 March 8, 2025.

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Dallas/Fort Worth

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 3/28

9:58 am-11:34 am

Nonstop3h 36m

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/31

12:25 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$343

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/1

2:55 pm-10:14 pm

2 stops9h 19m

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/9

5:45 am-1:37 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$368

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 4/5

5:05 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 54m

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/11

2:28 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops7h 16m

$373

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 8/28

10:00 am-6:14 pm

1 stop10h 14m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/1

7:15 pm-5:12 pm

1 stop19h 57m

$436

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 3/28

9:58 am-11:34 am

Nonstop3h 36m

$172

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 5/6

10:00 am-6:30 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$181

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/8

11:31 am-10:03 pm

2 stops12h 32m

$187

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 3/28

5:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops13h 25m

$227

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/24

9:00 am-5:37 pm

1 stop10h 37m

$555

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Deals found on 3/6

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Barbara in March.
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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Barbara

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Travel insights for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Barbara

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on February 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Santa Barbara, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 DFW to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 March 8, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Santa Barbara in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 32% on your trip compared to booking 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 March 8, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from Dallas to Santa Barbara to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,714 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,714 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,714 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,024 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,714 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

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

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,318 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,714 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,649 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,714 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

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
9,714 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

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 Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Barbara. You should not have trouble finding flights to Santa Barbara from Dallas/Fort Worth; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Dallas/Fort Worth per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Santa Barbara airport from Dallas/Fort Worth. It is only a 8.0 mi journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Barbara, with prices starting at $343. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $368 and $373, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Santa Barbara one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $172 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $181 and Delta from $187 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest flight price from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Santa Barbara is $141. On average you can expect to pay $351. The most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Santa Barbara), can usually be booked for $363.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Santa Barbara?

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 March 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$306Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$311Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$326Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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