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$280+ Cheap flights from Montana to Santa Barbara (SBA)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BZN — SBA
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Montana to Santa Barbara

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January

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Cheapest flights from Montana to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Montana to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 4/252:10 pmBZN - SBA
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/285:00 amSBA - BZN
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$280
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 4/1510:55 amBZN - SBA
2 stops12h 35mSouthwest
Sat 4/195:25 amSBA - BZN
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$315
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/92:35 pmMSO - SBA
1 stop4h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/169:50 amSBA - MSO
1 stop4h 41mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/26$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/115:55 pmMSO - SBA
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Sun 4/135:45 amSBA - MSO
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Deal found 3/27$351
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 4/92:35 pmMSO - SBA
1 stop4h 54mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/169:50 amSBA - MSO
2 stops13h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$352
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 6/1911:35 amBZN - SBA
1 stop5h 42mDelta
Sat 6/215:50 amSBA - BZN
1 stop3h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/27$359
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/1511:24 amBZN - SBA
1 stop8h 05mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/225:34 pmSBA - BZN
2 stops29h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$362
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/116:26 pmBIL - SBA
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Tue 4/155:45 amSBA - BIL
1 stop4h 08mDelta
Deal found 3/26$411
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 4/117:00 amBIL - SBA
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/152:28 pmSBA - BIL
2 stops7h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$416
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 4/112:33 pmMSO - SBA
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/136:00 amSBA - MSO
2 stops14h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$529
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 6/137:26 amBZN - SBA
2 stops11h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/157:05 pmSBA - BZN
2 stops14h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$573

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Montana 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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Montana to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Montana

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BozemanSanta Barbara

BZN - SBA

BZNSBA

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Fri 4/25

2:10 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/28

5:00 am-1:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$280

BozemanSanta Barbara

BZN - SBA

BZNSBA

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Tue 4/15

10:55 am-10:30 pm

2 stops12h 35m

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/19

5:25 am-2:30 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$315

MissoulaSanta Barbara

MSO - SBA

MSOSBA

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Wed 4/9

2:35 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop4h 54m

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/16

9:50 am-3:31 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$317

MissoulaSanta Barbara

MSO - SBA

MSOSBA

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Fri 4/11

5:55 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/13

5:45 am-11:19 am

1 stop4h 34m

$351

MissoulaSanta Barbara

MSO - SBA

MSOSBA

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Wed 4/9

2:35 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop4h 54m

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/16

9:50 am-11:57 pm

2 stops13h 07m

$352

BozemanSanta Barbara

BZN - SBA

BZNSBA

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Thu 6/19

11:35 am-4:17 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Santa Barbara

Sat 6/21

5:50 am-10:40 am

1 stop3h 50m

$359

BozemanSanta Barbara

BZN - SBA

BZNSBA

Bozeman Gallatin Field

Tue 4/15

11:24 am-6:29 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/22

5:34 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$362

BillingsSanta Barbara

BIL - SBA

BILSBA

Billings Logan Intl

Fri 4/11

6:26 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/15

5:45 am-10:53 am

1 stop4h 08m

$411

BillingsSanta Barbara

BIL - SBA

BILSBA

Billings Logan Intl

Fri 4/11

7:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/15

2:28 pm-10:44 pm

2 stops7h 16m

$416

MissoulaSanta Barbara

MSO - SBA

MSOSBA

Missoula Johnson-Bell Field

Fri 4/11

2:33 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/13

6:00 am-9:35 pm

2 stops14h 35m

$529

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Best time to book a flight from Montana to Santa Barbara

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Montana 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 28, 2025.

When flying from Montana 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 March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Montana to Santa Barbara, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,336 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Montana 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 Montana?

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

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

    The most popular flight routes from Montana to Santa Barbara are Bozeman Gallatin Field - Santa Barbara, Billings Logan Intl - Santa Barbara and Missoula Johnson-Bell Field - Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Montana 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$226Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$252Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$306Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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