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$157+ Cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara (FLL - 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.
FLL — SBA
avr. 20 — avr. 271
dim. 4/20
dim. 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) 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 avril 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$313
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$157
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$257
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Cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on avril 15, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
mar. 5/61:55 pmFLL - SBA
1 stop10h 11mUnited Airlines
mar. 5/271:05 pmSBA - FLL
1 stop7h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/15$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
mar. 5/62:00 pmFLL - SBA
2 stops10h 58mDelta
mer. 5/218:30 amSBA - FLL
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/15$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
ven. 5/96:00 amFLL - SBA
2 stops12h 37mAmerican Airlines
dim. 5/117:24 pmSBA - FLL
2 stops12h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/15$339
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
sam. 5/38:00 amFLL - SBA
1 stop13h 30mAlaska Airlines
sam. 5/246:27 pmSBA - FLL
1 stop20h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/15$409
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
jeu. 9/2510:05 amFLL - SBA
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
dim. 9/285:40 amSBA - FLL
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/14$455

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Fort Lauderdale

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Fort LauderdaleSanta Barbara

FLL - SBA

FLLSBA

Fort Lauderdale

mar. 5/6

1:55 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop10h 11m

Santa Barbara

mar. 5/27

1:05 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$313

Fort LauderdaleSanta Barbara

FLL - SBA

FLLSBA

Fort Lauderdale

mar. 5/6

2:00 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops10h 58m

Santa Barbara

mer. 5/21

8:30 am-6:36 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$318

Fort LauderdaleSanta Barbara

FLL - SBA

FLLSBA

Fort Lauderdale

ven. 5/9

6:00 am-3:37 pm

2 stops12h 37m

Santa Barbara

dim. 5/11

7:24 pm-10:57 am

2 stops12h 33m

$339

Fort LauderdaleSanta Barbara

FLL - SBA

FLLSBA

Fort Lauderdale

sam. 5/3

8:00 am-6:30 pm

1 stop13h 30m

Santa Barbara

sam. 5/24

6:27 pm-5:27 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$409

Fort LauderdaleSanta Barbara

FLL - SBA

FLLSBA

Fort Lauderdale

jeu. 9/25

10:05 am-5:55 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Santa Barbara

dim. 9/28

5:40 am-6:30 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$455

Fort LauderdaleSanta Barbara

FLL - SBA

FLLSBA

Fort Lauderdale

mer. 5/7

1:35 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$157

Fort LauderdaleSanta Barbara

FLL - SBA

FLLSBA

Fort Lauderdale

jeu. 9/25

8:15 am-6:07 pm

2 stops12h 52m

$181

Fort LauderdaleSanta Barbara

FLL - SBA

FLLSBA

Fort Lauderdale

jeu. 9/25

1:10 pm-10:19 pm

3 stops12h 09m

$280

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Deals found on 4/14

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Fort Lauderdale-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Fort Lauderdale-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Fort Lauderdale-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Fort Lauderdale-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Fort Lauderdale-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 Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Fort Lauderdale 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 avril 15, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,658 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,876 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($313), Delta ($318), and American Airlines ($339) offers the cheapest pricing from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara. United Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $157. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara for a low price.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara?

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Fort Lauderdale 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 avril 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$316Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$335Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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