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$80+ Cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara (SLC - 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 5/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SLC — SBA
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara are usually found in September or November, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Salt Lake City (SLC) 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 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$215
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$80
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$280

Good round-trip deal

$199 or less

Good one-way deal

$248 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Salt Lake City-Santa Barbara flight deals.
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From Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara
One-way flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara.

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Cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Sat 8/168:54 amSLC - SBA
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/261:18 pmSBA - SLC
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/4$159
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/163:10 pmSLC - SBA
Nonstop2h 02mDelta
Wed 8/275:55 amSBA - SLC
Nonstop2h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/4$239
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Sat 5/178:19 amSLC - SBA
1 stop10h 15mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/246:27 pmSBA - SLC
1 stop19h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/3$258
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Sun 9/219:20 pmSLC - SBA
1 stop3h 30mSouthwest
Wed 9/242:10 pmSBA - SLC
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/3$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/308:19 amSLC - SBA
1 stop4h 42mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/72:02 pmSBA - SLC
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$341

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Sat 8/16

8:54 am-3:07 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/27

1:18 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$159

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Sat 8/16

3:10 pm-4:12 pm

Nonstop2h 02m

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/27

5:55 am-8:55 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$239

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Sat 5/17

8:19 am-5:34 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/24

6:27 pm-2:42 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$258

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Sun 9/21

9:20 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop3h 30m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/24

2:10 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$264

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Wed 4/30

8:19 am-12:01 pm

1 stop4h 42m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/7

2:02 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$341

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Sat 5/31

8:27 am-12:34 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$80

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Wed 10/1

1:41 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$129

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Sat 5/3

6:35 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$130

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Sat 5/31

10:45 am-12:02 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

$199

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Thu 4/17

12:40 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$229

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

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

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

Booking 61 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Salt Lake City 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 4, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara

Explore weekly flight availability from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

The most flights from SLC to SBA are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 4, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

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 Salt Lake City 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 airports do I use to fly from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

    You will need to book a flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara if you want to fly from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Santa Barbara (SBA) on a regular basis. There are 3 flights to Santa Barbara from the Salt Lake City airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SLC to SBA to be around 2h 02m.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $215 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Alaska Airlines, starting at $239 and $258 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $80. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara are ITA Airways (100%), Aeromexico (100%) and KLM (98%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest flight price from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara is $198. On average you can expect to pay $249. The most popular route, (Salt Lake City - Santa Barbara), can usually be booked for $239.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$159Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$240Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$258Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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