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$407+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara (PIT - SBA)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — SBA
Jan 9 — Jan 161
Thu 1/9
Thu 1/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pittsburgh (PIT) 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 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$407
(Delta)

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January

Average price

$417
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Cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 4, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 2/285:35 pmPIT - SBA
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Mon 3/37:15 amSBA - PIT
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Deal found 1/3$407
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 5/87:05 amPIT - SBA
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
Tue 5/276:15 amSBA - PIT
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/3$437
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/207:00 amPIT - SBA
2 stops10h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/234:52 pmSBA - PIT
2 stops13h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/3$517
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. 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 7/185:39 amPIT - SBA
1 stop8h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/37:42 pmSBA - PIT
2 stops11h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/4$520
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. 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.
Fri 1/177:28 pmPIT - SBA
2 stops43h 52mAlaska Airlines
Sun 2/212:58 pmSBA - PIT
3 stops26h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/3$789

Find flights from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Pittsburgh 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 4, 2025.

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PittsburghSanta Barbara

PIT - SBA

PITSBA

Pittsburgh

Fri 2/28

5:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/3

7:15 am-6:37 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$407

PittsburghSanta Barbara

PIT - SBA

PITSBA

Pittsburgh

Thu 5/8

7:05 am-2:55 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/27

6:15 am-6:15 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$437

PittsburghSanta Barbara

PIT - SBA

PITSBA

Pittsburgh

Thu 2/20

7:00 am-2:21 pm

2 stops10h 21m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/23

4:52 pm-9:41 am

2 stops13h 49m

$517

PittsburghSanta Barbara

PIT - SBA

PITSBA

Pittsburgh

Sat 6/14

11:02 am-7:32 pm

2 stops11h 30m

Santa Barbara

Sun 6/22

8:15 pm-9:44 am

2 stops10h 29m

$595

PittsburghSanta Barbara

PIT - SBA

PITSBA

Pittsburgh

Fri 1/17

7:28 pm-12:20 pm

2 stops43h 52m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/2

12:58 pm-6:32 pm

3 stops26h 34m

$789

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

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Travel insights for flights from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Pittsburgh 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 4, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to 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 January 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara, such as United Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,679 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,679 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,679 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,606 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,679 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,526 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,679 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,963 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,679 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
4,679 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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 Pittsburgh 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Delta, at $407, was found to be the cheapest airline from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and United Airlines. Delta is 21% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Pittsburgh 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 2 airlines flying from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Pittsburgh 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$322Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$357Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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