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$173+ Cheap flights from Minnesota 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 2/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SBA
nov. 26 — dic. 31
mar. 11/26
mar. 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Minnesota (USMN) 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 noviembre 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 21, 2024.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/44:40 pmFAR - SBA
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
sáb. 12/147:00 pmSBA - FAR
2 stops13h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
mar. 12/177:10 amMSP - SBA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
dom. 12/224:25 pmSBA - MSP
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$421
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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. 12/175:00 pmMSP - SBA
2 stops8h 48mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/227:03 pmSBA - MSP
2 stops23h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$511
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
vie. 12/63:10 pmMSP - SBA
1 stop8h 18mDelta
lun. 12/91:40 pmSBA - MSP
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/21$526
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/219:10 amFSD - SBA
1 stop14h 18mUnited Airlines
jue. 12/265:00 amSBA - FSD
1 stop13h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$572
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
mié. 12/45:20 amFAR - SBA
2 stops9h 16mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/149:59 amSBA - FAR
3 stops9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$1,161

Find flights from Minnesota to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated noviembre 21, 2024.

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MinneapolisSanta Barbara

MSP - SBA

MSPSBA

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 1/15

8:00 am-3:29 pm

1 stop9h 29m

Santa Barbara

mié. 1/22

4:19 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop29h 36m

$262

MinneapolisSanta Barbara

MSP - SBA

MSPSBA

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 1/8

6:10 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Santa Barbara

mié. 1/22

5:45 am-2:42 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$346

MinneapolisSanta Barbara

MSP - SBA

MSPSBA

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 1/9

6:00 am-3:32 pm

2 stops11h 32m

Santa Barbara

dom. 1/12

6:25 am-2:18 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$375

FargoSanta Barbara

FAR - SBA

FARSBA

Fargo Hector Field

mié. 12/4

4:40 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Santa Barbara

sáb. 12/14

7:00 pm-10:59 am

2 stops13h 59m

$408

MinneapolisSanta Barbara

MSP - SBA

MSPSBA

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 1/8

5:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 59m

Santa Barbara

lun. 1/13

5:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$453

Sioux FallsSanta Barbara

FSD - SBA

FSDSBA

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

sáb. 12/21

9:10 am-9:28 pm

1 stop14h 18m

Santa Barbara

jue. 12/26

5:00 am-8:28 pm

1 stop13h 28m

$572

FargoSanta Barbara

FAR - SBA

FARSBA

Fargo Hector Field

mié. 12/4

5:20 am-12:36 pm

2 stops9h 16m

Santa Barbara

sáb. 12/14

9:59 am-9:57 pm

3 stops9h 58m

$1,161

MinneapolisSanta Barbara

MSP - SBA

MSPSBA

Minneapolis St Paul

sáb. 2/1

2:35 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$173

MinneapolisSanta Barbara

MSP - SBA

MSPSBA

Minneapolis St Paul

dom. 12/22

11:45 am-8:55 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$288

MinneapolisSanta Barbara

MSP - SBA

MSPSBA

Minneapolis St Paul

vie. 12/20

5:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 59m

$293

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Deals found on 11/21

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Travel insights for flights from Minnesota to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Santa Barbara (average of $350). Flying from Minnesota to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $496). 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 MN to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 noviembre 21, 2024.

When flying from Minnesota to Santa Barbara, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 noviembre 21, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Minnesota to Santa Barbara, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

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
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota?

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

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $173. Southwest flights start at $288 while deals on United Airlines start at $293 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field - Santa Barbara or Fargo Hector Field - Santa Barbara, Minneapolis St Paul - Santa Barbara is the most popular route from Minnesota to Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Santa Barbara (average of $350). Flying from Minnesota to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $496). 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 Minnesota to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated noviembre 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$307Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$325Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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