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$174+ 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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TUS — SBA
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sat 1/25
Sat 2/1
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 January 20, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$317
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$174
(American Airlines)

Popular in

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January

Average price

$316
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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 January 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/126:30 amTUS - SBA
1 stop3h 47mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/214:25 pmSBA - TUS
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/19$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/127:20 amTUS - SBA
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Fri 2/213:30 pmSBA - TUS
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/19$322
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/146:00 pmTUS - SBA
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Mon 2/175:45 amSBA - TUS
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/20$367
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Mon 2/36:56 pmTUS - SBA
1 stop19h 56mAlaska Airlines
Fri 2/74:19 pmSBA - TUS
2 stops20h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/18$549
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/247:15 amTUS - SBA
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/276:00 amSBA - TUS
2 stops14h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$597

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

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TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Wed 2/12

6:30 am-9:17 am

1 stop3h 47m

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/21

4:25 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$317

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Wed 2/12

7:20 am-2:55 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/21

3:30 pm-1:00 am

2 stops8h 30m

$322

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Fri 2/14

6:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/17

5:45 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 40m

$367

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Mon 2/3

6:56 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop19h 56m

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/7

4:19 pm-1:37 pm

2 stops20h 18m

$549

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Thu 4/24

7:15 am-12:01 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/27

6:00 am-8:38 pm

2 stops14h 38m

$597

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Sat 3/15

5:13 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$174

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Sat 3/15

4:25 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops26h 12m

$179

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Sun 3/16

6:15 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 50m

$214

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Deals found on 1/19

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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 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 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 $353). Flying from Tucson 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 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 January 20, 2025.

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 January 20, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

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
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

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
9,696 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

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
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

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
8,982 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

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
4,659 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

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 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 $317. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $322, and Delta, from $367. You may be able to fly from Tucson to Santa Barbara for 17% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $174 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $179 and Southwest from $214 one-way.

  • 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 $353). Flying from Tucson 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 airline flying from Tucson to Santa Barbara

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American AirlinesCheapest$276Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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