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$197+ Cheap flights from Orange County 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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — SBA
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Santa Barbara

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Round-trip from

$566
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$197
(Alaska Airlines)
From Orange County to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Orange County to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sun 5/118:59 amSNA - SBA
1 stop9h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sun 5/186:27 pmSBA - SNA
1 stop23h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$566
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sun 5/117:45 amSNA - SBA
2 stops16h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/186:25 amSBA - SNA
1 stop13h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$575

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Orange County

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Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaSanta Barbara

SNA - SBA

SNASBA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/11

8:59 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/18

6:27 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop23h 08m

$566

Santa AnaSanta Barbara

SNA - SBA

SNASBA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/11

7:45 am-11:59 pm

2 stops16h 14m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/18

6:25 am-7:43 pm

1 stop13h 18m

$575

Santa AnaSanta Barbara

SNA - SBA

SNASBA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/2

6:45 am-5:37 pm

1 stop10h 52m

$197

Santa AnaSanta Barbara

SNA - SBA

SNASBA

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/2

7:13 pm-4:12 pm

2 stops20h 59m

$248

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Deals found on 4/17

Best time to book a flight from Orange County to Santa Barbara

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Orange County to Santa Barbara

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 17, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Orange County 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 Orange County?

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from Orange County, 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.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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 Orange County to Santa Barbara?

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