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$255+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to South Dakota

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 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — FSD
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$319
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$255
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$377
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to South Dakota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to South Dakota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/21:15 pmSBA - FSD
2 stops7h 42mDelta
Mon 5/512:25 pmFSD - SBA
2 stops11h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/17$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Fri 5/25:00 amSBA - FSD
1 stop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/53:20 pmFSD - SBA
2 stops10h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/212:37 pmSBA - FSD
1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/56:26 amFSD - SBA
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$429

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Santa Barbara

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South Dakota

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Return

Price

Santa BarbaraSioux Falls

SBA - FSD

SBAFSD

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/2

5:00 am-12:38 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 5/6

9:23 am-3:19 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$319

Santa BarbaraSioux Falls

SBA - FSD

SBAFSD

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/2

1:15 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops7h 42m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 5/6

5:00 am-12:12 pm

2 stops9h 12m

$329

Santa BarbaraSioux Falls

SBA - FSD

SBAFSD

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/2

6:17 am-2:09 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 5/5

2:45 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$459

Santa BarbaraSioux Falls

SBA - FSD

SBAFSD

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/17

5:45 am-7:16 pm

2 stops11h 31m

$255

Santa BarbaraSioux Falls

SBA - FSD

SBAFSD

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/17

12:21 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$290

Santa BarbaraSioux Falls

SBA - FSD

SBAFSD

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/17

8:00 am-11:46 pm

3 stops13h 46m

$748

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Deals found on 4/17

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to South Dakota

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to South Dakota

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from Santa Barbara to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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.

Rainfall in South Dakota by month

Plan your trip to South Dakota by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Dakota ranges from 0.6 - 3.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit South Dakota when rainfall is around 0.6 in.

Temperature in South Dakota by month

Plan your trip to South Dakota by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Dakota, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Dakota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Dakota. 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 South Dakota. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to South Dakota?

    If you book a flight to South Dakota from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $255. American Airlines flights start at $290 while deals on United Airlines start at $748 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to South Dakota 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 Santa Barbara to South Dakota?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from Santa Barbara to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 Santa Barbara to South Dakota

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to South Dakota. 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$317Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$323Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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