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$165+ Cheap flights from New York State 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.
JFK — SBA
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Wed 1/22
Wed 1/29
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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 (USNY) 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 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$328
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$165
(Delta)
From New York to Santa Barbara
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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 17, 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 3/2012:48 pmHPN - SBA
1 stop10h 56mDelta
Mon 3/248:50 amSBA - HPN
1 stop10h 25mDelta
Deal found 1/16$374
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 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.
Sat 1/258:05 amSYR - SBA
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/311:10 pmSBA - SYR
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$419
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 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.
Fri 1/312:45 pmALB - SBA
2 stops12h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/46:20 amSBA - ALB
2 stops11h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$452

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 17, 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

White PlainsSanta Barbara

HPN - SBA

HPNSBA

White Plains Westchester County

Thu 3/20

12:48 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop10h 56m

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/24

8:50 am-10:15 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$374

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

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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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from State of 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 NY 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 17, 2025.

When flying from State of New York 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 January 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines from New York to Santa Barbara have to say. 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

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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?

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Santa Barbara from New York.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $165. American Airlines flights start at $165 while deals on United Airlines start at $165 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from State of 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 State of New York to Santa Barbara.

  • 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 State of New York to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from State of 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 4 airlines flying from New York to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$343Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$406Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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