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$168+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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CLT — SBA
Dec 27 — Jan 31
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from North Carolina (USNC) 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 December 22, 2024.

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$336
(Delta)

One-way from

$168
(Delta)
From North Carolina to Santa Barbara
One-way flight from North Carolina to Santa Barbara

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from North Carolina to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 22, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 2/42:41 pmRDU - SBA
1 stop9h 38mDelta
Tue 2/115:45 amSBA - RDU
1 stop8h 57mDelta
Deal found 12/21$336
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 5/68:01 amTYS - SBA
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/1012:35 pmSBA - TYS
1 stop8h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$338
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 1/165:25 pmRDU - SBA
1 stop25h 04mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/294:19 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop21h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/21$361
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 1/301:25 pmCLT - SBA
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Mon 2/38:35 amSBA - CLT
2 stops11h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 2/412:44 pmGSO - SBA
2 stops14h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/111:10 pmSBA - GSO
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 1/309:35 amCLT - SBA
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/39:57 amSBA - CLT
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$386
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 2/136:15 amRDU - SBA
1 stop8h 46mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/216:50 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop9h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$416
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 2/132:55 pmRDU - SBA
2 stops11h 45mSouthwest
Fri 2/216:00 amSBA - RDU
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$426
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 4/115:31 pmCLT - SBA
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Mon 4/146:00 amSBA - CLT
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Deal found 12/21$426
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 2/206:29 amRDU - SBA
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/241:13 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$401
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 6/65:15 pmGSO - SBA
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Sun 6/87:25 amSBA - GSO
1 stop8h 56mDelta
Deal found 12/22$538
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 1/144:25 pmTYS - SBA
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/176:45 pmSBA - TYS
2 stops24h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$538

Find flights from North Carolina to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 December 22, 2024.

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RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/4

2:41 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop9h 38m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/11

5:45 am-5:42 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$336

KnoxvilleSanta Barbara

TYS - SBA

TYSSBA

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 5/6

8:01 am-11:40 am

1 stop6h 39m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/10

12:35 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$338

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/16

5:25 pm-3:29 pm

1 stop25h 04m

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/29

4:19 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop21h 06m

$361

CharlotteSanta Barbara

CLT - SBA

CLTSBA

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 1/30

9:35 am-3:32 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/3

9:57 am-9:18 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$386

CharlotteSanta Barbara

CLT - SBA

CLTSBA

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 1/30

1:25 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/3

8:35 am-10:55 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$396

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/20

6:29 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 02m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/24

1:13 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$401

GreensboroSanta Barbara

GSO - SBA

GSOSBA

Greensboro/H. Point

Tue 2/4

12:44 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops14h 15m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/11

1:10 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$413

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/13

6:15 am-12:01 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/21

6:50 pm-7:01 am

1 stop9h 11m

$416

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/13

2:55 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops11h 45m

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/21

6:00 am-6:50 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$426

CharlotteSanta Barbara

CLT - SBA

CLTSBA

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 4/11

5:31 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/14

6:00 am-4:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$426

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Travel insights for flights from North Carolina to Santa Barbara

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from North Carolina to Santa Barbara?

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

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 December 22, 2024.

When flying from North Carolina 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 December 22, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from North Carolina to Santa Barbara, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

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8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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1 / 10

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

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Very good
4,804 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

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8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from North Carolina?

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from North Carolina, 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.

  • What are the most popular routes from North Carolina to Santa Barbara?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to Santa Barbara?

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$239Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$356Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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