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$135+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) 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 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — SBA
Apr 7 — Apr 141
Mon 4/7
Mon 4/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Santa Barbara are usually found in February or August, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Newark to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 April 2, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$135
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$561
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sun 4/205:59 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/297:08 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/227:00 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 12mDelta
Tue 4/295:45 amSBA - EWR
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Deal found 3/31$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/86:00 amEWR - SBA
1 stop9h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/132:28 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$283
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 5/295:34 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop27h 00mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/26:27 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop8h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/1$396

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Newark

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Santa Barbara

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Price

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Sun 4/20

5:59 am-11:47 am

1 stop8h 48m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/29

7:08 pm-6:00 am

1 stop7h 52m

$269

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Tue 4/22

7:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/29

5:45 am-5:45 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$277

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Thu 5/8

6:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/13

2:28 pm-12:57 am

1 stop7h 29m

$283

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Thu 5/29

5:34 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/2

6:27 pm-5:59 am

1 stop8h 32m

$396

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Sat 5/17

6:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop8h 28m

$135

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Wed 4/23

1:03 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop10h 27m

$139

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Wed 7/16

6:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop8h 58m

$159

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Thu 5/1

7:59 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops25h 31m

$227

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Newark to Santa Barbara in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Newark Airport-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Newark Airport-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-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 Newark Airport-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 Newark to Santa Barbara

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santa Barbara from Newark with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 April 2, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 April 2, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from New York to Santa Barbara to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,898 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,615 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,820 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from Newark, you will be flying to Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara. There are 0 flights from Newark to Santa Barbara per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Currently priced at $269, American Airlines will fly you from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $277 and $297, respectively. American Airlines is 50% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $135. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Santa Barbara?

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 April 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$297Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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