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$165+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SBA
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from New York to Santa Barbara are usually found in January or September, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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

$328
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$165
(Delta)

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Average price

$345
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Cheapest flights from New York to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Alaska 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 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
Wed 2/2612:58 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop24h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/16$328
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/226:30 pmJFK - SBA
1 stop20h 49mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/2612:58 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop23h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/16$328
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.
Wed 2/261:10 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop11h 09mDelta
Wed 3/269:15 amSBA - EWR
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 1/16$329
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.
Wed 2/266:52 amJFK - SBA
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Wed 3/269:15 amSBA - JFK
1 stop10h 03mDelta
Deal found 1/16$329
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/203:18 pmLGA - SBA
1 stop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/275:00 amSBA - LGA
1 stop9h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$329
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/266:30 amJFK - SBA
1 stop9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/269:59 amSBA - JFK
2 stops9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$338
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.
Wed 3/265:49 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/314:25 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$364
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.
Thu 2/1312:59 pmLGA - SBA
1 stop11h 20mDelta
Sat 2/157:15 amSBA - LGA
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Deal found 1/16$384
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.
Fri 5/23:40 pmLGA - SBA
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
Sun 5/46:00 amSBA - LGA
2 stops12h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$428
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.
Fri 8/81:53 pmLGA - SBA
1 stop9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/106:19 amSBA - LGA
1 stop10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$453
This United 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/134:50 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop10h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/174:52 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop9h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$578
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.
Fri 1/242:11 pmLGA - SBA
3 stops28h 18mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/274:19 pmSBA - LGA
2 stops25h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/15$883

Find flights from New York to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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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NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Sat 2/22

5:30 pm-12:19 pm

1 stop21h 49m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/26

12:58 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop24h 31m

$328

New YorkSanta Barbara

JFK - SBA

JFKSBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/22

6:30 pm-12:19 pm

1 stop20h 49m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/26

12:58 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop23h 02m

$328

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Wed 2/26

1:10 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop11h 09m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/26

9:15 am-8:08 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$329

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Thu 2/20

3:18 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/27

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 3/26

9:15 am-10:18 pm

1 stop10h 03m

$329

New YorkSanta Barbara

JFK - SBA

JFKSBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/26

6:30 am-12:43 pm

1 stop9h 13m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/26

9:59 am-10:30 pm

2 stops9h 31m

$338

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Wed 3/26

5:49 am-11:35 am

1 stop8h 46m

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/31

4:25 pm-5:32 am

1 stop10h 07m

$364

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Thu 2/13

12:59 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/15

7:15 am-5:44 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$384

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Fri 5/2

3:40 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops10h 30m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/4

6:00 am-9:40 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$428

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Fri 1/31

6:00 am-11:43 am

1 stop8h 43m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/3

12:24 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$477

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New York to Santa Barbara in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 New York-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New York-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-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 New York-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 New York to Santa Barbara

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Travel insights for flights from New York to Santa Barbara

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York to Santa Barbara is 50 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Santa Barbara is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Delta from New York to Santa Barbara. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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
9,681 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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 New York 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 York?

    For a flight from New York to Santa Barbara, you will be flying into Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara (SBA) is just 8.0 mi from the center of the city. Santa Barbara is the only Santa Barbara airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from New York per day. 3 airlines have flights to Santa Barbara from New York on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York to Santa Barbara round-trip from $328. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $329, and United Airlines, from $329. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York to Santa Barbara are Delta ($165), American Airlines ($165), and United Airlines ($165).

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

    While some choose either Newark - Santa Barbara or New York LaGuardia - Santa Barbara, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Santa Barbara is the most popular route from New York to Santa Barbara.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to Santa Barbara?

    New York to Santa Barbara flights have a layover in Phoenix most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Phoenix?

    The majority of Phoenix visitors spend their time at Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Phoenix Symphony Hall. Chase Field, Desert Ridge Marketplace, and Phoenix Symphony Hall are located about 4.0 mi, 16.7 mi, and 4.3 mi, respectively from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. Those landing in Phoenix looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $59 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to Santa Barbara flights?

    New York to Santa Barbara flights have a layover in Dallas the least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York 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 York to Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New York 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
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$297Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$343Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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