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$157+ Cheap flights from Kentucky 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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — SBA
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$297
(Delta)

One-way from

$157
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$446
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Cheapest flights from Kentucky to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kentucky to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 5/303:44 pmLEX - SBA
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Tue 6/38:30 amSBA - LEX
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Deal found 4/23$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Thu 7/104:00 pmTYS - SBA
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Mon 7/148:30 amSBA - TYS
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 4/23$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/147:30 amBNA - SBA
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Sat 5/178:30 amSBA - BNA
1 stop8h 10mDelta
Deal found 4/22$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/157:04 amBNA - SBA
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/1712:21 pmSBA - BNA
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 7/105:20 pmBNA - SBA
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/146:45 pmSBA - BNA
1 stop9h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/3010:58 amLEX - SBA
2 stops10h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/37:24 pmSBA - LEX
2 stops12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/56:17 pmCVG - SBA
1 stop6h 47mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/97:05 pmSBA - CVG
2 stops12h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$356
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Thu 6/51:49 pmCVG - SBA
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Mon 6/95:50 amSBA - CVG
1 stop6h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/23$366
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/82:54 pmTYS - SBA
2 stops10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/127:24 pmSBA - TYS
2 stops12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$379
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Tue 6/106:40 pmCVG - SBA
1 stop18h 53mAlaska Airlines
Fri 6/137:30 pmSBA - CVG
1 stop8h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/23$432
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 4/308:45 amTYS - SBA
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/45:00 amSBA - TYS
1 stop6h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$459
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Tue 6/1011:15 amCVG - SBA
2 stops13h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/135:00 amSBA - CVG
2 stops12h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$561

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kentucky 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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kentucky to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

Kentucky

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LexingtonSanta Barbara

LEX - SBA

LEXSBA

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 5/30

3:44 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/3

8:30 am-7:11 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$297

KnoxvilleSanta Barbara

TYS - SBA

TYSSBA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 7/10

4:00 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/14

8:30 am-6:17 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$309

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

Wed 5/14

7:30 am-12:02 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/17

8:30 am-6:40 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$337

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

Thu 5/15

7:04 am-12:34 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/17

12:21 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$344

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

Thu 7/10

5:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/14

6:45 pm-5:48 am

1 stop9h 03m

$351

LexingtonSanta Barbara

LEX - SBA

LEXSBA

Lexington Blue Grass

Fri 5/30

10:58 am-6:37 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/3

7:24 pm-10:28 am

2 stops12h 04m

$354

CincinnatiSanta Barbara

CVG - SBA

CVGSBA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 6/5

6:17 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/9

7:05 pm-10:20 am

2 stops12h 15m

$356

CincinnatiSanta Barbara

CVG - SBA

CVGSBA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 6/5

1:49 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/9

5:50 am-2:53 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$366

KnoxvilleSanta Barbara

TYS - SBA

TYSSBA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 5/8

2:54 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops10h 51m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/12

7:24 pm-10:28 am

2 stops12h 04m

$379

CincinnatiSanta Barbara

CVG - SBA

CVGSBA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 6/10

6:40 pm-10:33 am

1 stop18h 53m

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/13

7:30 pm-7:07 am

1 stop8h 37m

$432

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Kentucky to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kentucky to Santa Barbara

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Kentucky to Santa Barbara

Explore weekly flight availability from Kentucky to Santa Barbara. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

The most flights from USKY to SBA are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 April 24, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Kentucky to Santa Barbara to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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
9,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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
4,286 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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
8,685 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky?

    Santa Barbara (SBA), located 8.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Kentucky to Santa Barbara.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $157 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $162 and American Airlines from $174 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kentucky to Santa Barbara?

    While some choose either Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky - Santa Barbara or Knoxville McGhee Tyson - Santa Barbara, Nashville Intl - Santa Barbara is the most popular route from Kentucky to Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Kentucky 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$283Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$293Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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