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$169+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Santa Barbara (RDU - 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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SBA
Jan 9 — Jan 161
Thu 1/9
Thu 1/16
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Santa Barbara are usually found in August or December, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$337
(Delta)

One-way from

$169
(Delta)

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August

Average price

$885
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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.
Tue 2/116:52 pmRDU - SBA
1 stop8h 03mDelta
Tue 2/187:15 amSBA - RDU
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Deal found 1/3$337
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/46:00 amRDU - SBA
2 stops11h 21mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/55:00 amSBA - RDU
2 stops9h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/3$347
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/185:50 pmRDU - SBA
1 stop27h 47mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/257:27 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop18h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/4$382
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/175:05 amRDU - SBA
1 stop9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/241:13 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/3$415
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.
Sat 3/291:40 pmRDU - SBA
2 stops13h 25mSouthwest
Sat 4/55:30 amSBA - RDU
2 stops14h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/3$440

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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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RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/11

6:52 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/18

7:15 am-4:40 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$337

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/4

6:00 am-2:21 pm

2 stops11h 21m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/5

5:00 am-5:54 pm

2 stops9h 54m

$347

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/18

5:50 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop27h 47m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/25

7:27 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop18h 23m

$382

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/17

5:05 am-11:31 am

1 stop9h 26m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/24

1:13 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$415

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/29

1:40 pm-12:05 am

2 stops13h 25m

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/5

5:30 am-10:30 pm

2 stops14h 00m

$440

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/21

6:52 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$169

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/22

6:17 am-9:45 pm

3 stops18h 28m

$229

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/21

4:20 pm-1:52 pm

3 stops24h 32m

$506

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Santa Barbara in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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 Raleigh-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Santa Barbara

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Santa Barbara

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on January 3, 2025.

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh to Santa Barbara. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 typically best to fly out from Raleigh to Santa Barbara in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 6% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,679 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,605 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,679 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,966 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,679 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

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

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Delta, at $337, was found to be the cheapest airline from Raleigh to Santa Barbara.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Delta is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $169. Users have also found prices from $229 and $506 on United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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
DeltaCheapest$316Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$358Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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