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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 3/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — SBA
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$329
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$165
(Delta)

Popular in

December

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January

Average price

$366
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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 February 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/135:49 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/174:25 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop10h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 4/52:35 pmJFK - SBA
2 stops10h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/129:59 amSBA - JFK
1 stop9h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/206:00 amLGA - SBA
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/276:25 amSBA - LGA
2 stops9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 4/51:15 pmLGA - SBA
2 stops10h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/125:00 amSBA - LGA
2 stops11h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$340
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/107:00 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Thu 3/138:55 amSBA - EWR
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Deal found 2/20$343
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/82:35 pmJFK - SBA
1 stop9h 44mDelta
Thu 3/131:30 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Deal found 2/20$348
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/135:20 amALB - SBA
1 stop9h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/1712:25 pmSBA - ALB
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/212:59 pmLGA - SBA
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Tue 3/259:15 amSBA - LGA
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Deal found 2/20$354
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/267:20 amJFK - SBA
1 stop14h 09mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/317:23 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop18h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$363
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Mon 3/102:00 pmLGA - SBA
2 stops10h 15mSouthwest
Thu 3/135:45 amSBA - LGA
2 stops8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$406
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Thu 3/205:30 amALB - SBA
2 stops12h 35mSouthwest
Wed 3/2610:55 amSBA - ALB
2 stops9h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 11/712:03 pmBUF - SBA
2 stops14h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1112:41 pmSBA - BUF
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$432

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 February 20, 2025.

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New York

Fly to

Santa Barbara

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Depart

Return

Price

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Thu 3/13

5:49 am-11:35 am

1 stop8h 46m

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/17

4:25 pm-5:32 am

1 stop10h 07m

$329

New YorkSanta Barbara

JFK - SBA

JFKSBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 4/5

2:35 pm-10:08 pm

2 stops10h 33m

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/12

9:59 am-10:29 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$334

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Thu 3/20

6:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop8h 35m

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/27

6:25 am-6:25 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$334

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Sat 4/5

1:15 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/12

5:00 am-7:15 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$340

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Mon 3/10

7:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/13

8:55 am-8:30 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$343

New YorkSanta Barbara

JFK - SBA

JFKSBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/8

2:35 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/13

1:30 pm-12:04 am

1 stop7h 34m

$348

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Thu 3/13

5:20 am-11:35 am

1 stop9h 15m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/18

12:25 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$351

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Fri 3/21

2:59 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/25

9:15 am-9:42 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$354

New YorkSanta Barbara

JFK - SBA

JFKSBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/26

7:20 am-6:29 pm

1 stop14h 09m

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/31

7:23 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop18h 06m

$363

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/10

2:00 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/13

5:45 am-5:25 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$406

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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 February 20, 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 February 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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 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 $170 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$337Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$406Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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