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$167+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara (IND - 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 3/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — SBA
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$437
(Southwest)

One-way from

$167
(American Airlines)

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February

Average price

$426
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/132:45 pmIND - SBA
2 stops11h 55mSouthwest
Sun 2/1612:15 pmSBA - IND
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$437
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Thu 1/307:33 amIND - SBA
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/36:45 pmSBA - IND
1 stop8h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$527
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.
Sat 3/156:17 pmIND - SBA
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/2112:25 pmSBA - IND
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$538
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.
Sat 3/152:00 pmIND - SBA
1 stop9h 44mDelta
Fri 3/211:15 pmSBA - IND
2 stops7h 50mDelta
Deal found 1/16$703
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Thu 1/305:00 amIND - SBA
2 stops13h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/34:19 pmSBA - IND
3 stops21h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/15$901

Find flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis 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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IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Thu 2/13

2:45 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops11h 55m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/16

12:15 pm-12:35 am

1 stop9h 20m

$437

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Thu 1/30

7:33 am-12:08 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/3

6:45 pm-6:31 am

1 stop8h 46m

$527

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Sat 3/15

6:17 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/21

12:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$538

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Sat 3/15

2:00 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/21

1:15 pm-12:05 am

2 stops7h 50m

$703

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Thu 1/30

5:00 am-3:29 pm

2 stops13h 29m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/3

4:19 pm-4:26 pm

3 stops21h 07m

$901

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Wed 3/26

6:17 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$167

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Wed 3/26

2:10 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$172

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Tue 5/27

4:27 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops10h 31m

$294

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Deals found on 1/16

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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 Indianapolis-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-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 Indianapolis-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 Indianapolis to Santa Barbara

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Travel insights for flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

    Southwest, at $437, was found to be the cheapest airline from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Users have found that Southwest is 4% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $167 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $172 and $294, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Indianapolis 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 4 airlines flying from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis 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
DeltaCheapest$306Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$311Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$371Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$372Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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