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$164+ Cheap flights from New Jersey 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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — SBA
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Jersey (USNJ) 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 30, 2025.

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Cheapest flights from New Jersey to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Jersey to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/267:00 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 23mDelta
Wed 3/57:15 amSBA - EWR
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Deal found 1/28$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/266:52 amJFK - SBA
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Tue 3/47:15 amSBA - JFK
1 stop8h 06mDelta
Deal found 1/29$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/263:18 pmLGA - SBA
1 stop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/55:00 amSBA - LGA
1 stop9h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/28$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 2/201:59 pmLGA - SBA
1 stop10h 20mDelta
Wed 2/267:15 amSBA - LGA
2 stops9h 49mDelta
Deal found 1/30$334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Tue 3/117:15 amPHL - SBA
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/264:25 pmSBA - PHL
1 stop9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 2/204:27 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/264:25 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop9h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$354
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Wed 4/308:00 amJFK - SBA
2 stops10h 33mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/54:25 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop10h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 2/276:00 amEWR - SBA
1 stop9h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/24:52 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop9h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$361
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/225:30 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop21h 49mAlaska Airlines
Sun 3/27:27 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop16h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/28$371
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 4/253:10 pmPHL - SBA
2 stops9h 48mDelta
Mon 4/285:45 amSBA - PHL
1 stop9h 02mDelta
Deal found 1/30$381
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Fri 2/283:30 pmLGA - SBA
2 stops11h 10mSouthwest
Fri 3/75:45 amSBA - LGA
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Sun 3/96:12 amPHL - SBA
1 stop8h 57mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/132:08 pmSBA - PHL
2 stops12h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$394

Find flights from New Jersey to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New Jersey 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 30, 2025.

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NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Wed 2/26

7:00 am-12:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/5

7:15 am-7:35 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$329

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Wed 2/26

3:18 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/5

5:00 am-5:25 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$329

New YorkSanta Barbara

JFK - SBA

JFKSBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/26

6:52 am-12:23 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/5

5:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$329

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Thu 2/20

1:59 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/26

7:15 am-8:04 pm

2 stops9h 49m

$334

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Tue 3/11

7:15 am-12:41 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/26

4:25 pm-5:21 am

1 stop9h 56m

$351

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Thu 2/20

4:27 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/26

4:25 pm-5:00 am

1 stop9h 35m

$354

New YorkSanta Barbara

JFK - SBA

JFKSBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 4/30

8:00 am-3:33 pm

2 stops10h 33m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/5

4:25 pm-5:35 am

1 stop10h 10m

$359

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Thu 2/27

6:00 am-12:01 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/2

4:52 pm-5:29 am

1 stop9h 37m

$361

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Sat 2/22

5:30 pm-12:19 pm

1 stop21h 49m

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/2

7:27 pm-2:33 pm

1 stop16h 06m

$371

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Fri 4/25

3:10 pm-9:58 pm

2 stops9h 48m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/28

5:45 am-5:47 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$381

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Travel insights for flights from New Jersey to Santa Barbara

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from New Jersey 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 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Jersey to Santa Barbara as you normally would.

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 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from New Jersey to Santa Barbara. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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
4,585 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey?

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

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $164 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $165 and American Airlines from $175 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from New Jersey to Santa Barbara is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Santa Barbara. You may also consider Newark - Santa Barbara or New York LaGuardia - Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Jersey 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 New Jersey to Santa Barbara?

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Jersey 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 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$297Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$337Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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