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$173+ Cheap flights from Tucson to Santa Barbara (TUS - 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 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TUS — SBA
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Tucson to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tucson (TUS) 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 November 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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Round-trip from

$406
(Delta)

One-way from

$173
(American Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Tucson to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tucson to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/66:45 amTUS - SBA
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Tue 12/105:50 amSBA - TUS
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/21$406
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 11/2711:30 amTUS - SBA
1 stop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/24:20 pmSBA - TUS
1 stop3h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$516
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 11/277:40 amTUS - SBA
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Mon 12/212:05 pmSBA - TUS
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$521
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 12/61:22 pmTUS - SBA
1 stop21h 52mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/1010:54 amSBA - TUS
2 stops26h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/21$569
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sat 11/238:15 amTUS - SBA
3 stops16h 44mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/17:00 pmSBA - TUS
2 stops17h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$992

Find flights from Tucson to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tucson 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Fri 12/6

6:45 am-12:44 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/10

5:50 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 35m

$406

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Fri 12/6

1:22 pm-10:14 am

1 stop21h 52m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/10

10:54 am-2:20 pm

2 stops26h 26m

$569

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Thu 12/26

6:30 am-9:14 am

1 stop3h 44m

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/2

6:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 09m

$636

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Thu 12/26

8:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/2

6:00 am-11:39 am

2 stops28h 39m

$1,006

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Thu 5/1

8:42 am-3:06 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$173

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Thu 5/1

10:05 am-5:25 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$238

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Deals found on 11/20

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

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Travel insights for flights from Tucson to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tucson to Santa Barbara (average of $350). Flying from Tucson to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $496). 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 TUS to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Tucson 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 November 21, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Tucson to Santa Barbara is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 5% on airfare.

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 November 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines from Tucson to Santa Barbara to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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 Tucson 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 Tucson to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Tucson to Santa Barbara round-trip from $406. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $569, and American Airlines, from $636.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tucson to Santa Barbara (average of $350). Flying from Tucson to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $496). 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 airline flying from Tucson to Santa Barbara

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American AirlinesCheapest$270Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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