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$165+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Vancouver

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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — YVR
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Barbara to Vancouver are usually found in April or September, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Vancouver

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Vancouver (8CA). 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 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$352
(Delta)

One-way from

$165
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$385
From Santa Barbara to Vancouver
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Vancouver
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Vancouver. 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.
Tue 6/174:55 pmSBA - YVR
2 stops15h 25mDelta
Fri 6/276:20 amYVR - SBA
2 stops9h 52mDelta
Deal found 4/17$352
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/207:30 pmSBA - YVR
1 stop4h 28mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/286:00 amYVR - SBA
1 stop4h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$374
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/161:10 pmSBA - YVR
2 stops21h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/3011:45 pmYVR - SBA
2 stops22h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$389
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/172:25 pmSBA - YVR
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/307:20 pmYVR - SBA
1 stop22h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$433
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/276:00 amSBA - YVR
1 stop9h 09mAir Canada
Thu 5/16:20 pmYVR - SBA
1 stop5h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 4/16$746

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Vancouver 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Vancouver that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Vancouver

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/17

4:55 pm-8:20 am

2 stops15h 25m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 6/27

6:20 am-4:12 pm

2 stops9h 52m

$352

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/20

7:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 6/28

6:00 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 32m

$374

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/16

1:10 pm-10:45 am

2 stops21h 35m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 6/30

11:45 pm-10:04 pm

2 stops22h 19m

$389

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/17

2:25 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 6/30

7:20 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop22h 23m

$433

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/27

6:00 am-3:09 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 5/1

6:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$746

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/6

12:42 pm-5:42 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$165

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/10

7:30 am-6:17 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$167

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/6

6:27 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops25h 08m

$174

Santa BarbaraVancouver

SBA - YVR

SBAYVR

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/16

2:00 pm-7:32 am

2 stops17h 32m

$228

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Deals found on 4/17

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Vancouver

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Vancouver

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Vancouver. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Santa Barbara to Vancouver may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Vancouver (average of $258). Flying from Santa Barbara to Vancouver in July is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 SBA to YVR?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Vancouver. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Vancouver is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 32% on airfare.

Rainfall in Vancouver by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Vancouver ranges from 1.4 - 7.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Vancouver when rainfall is around 1.4 in.

Temperature in Vancouver by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Vancouver, 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 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Vancouver

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Vancouver. 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 Vancouver. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Vancouver by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,142 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Vancouver. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly from Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight from Santa Barbara to Vancouver. On average, Santa Barbara has 0 outbound flights to Vancouver per day from 3 airlines. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Vancouver round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Santa Barbara to Vancouver is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $352 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $374 and $389 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Vancouver for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $165 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $167 and $228, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Vancouver (average of $258). Flying from Santa Barbara to Vancouver in July is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 Santa Barbara to Vancouver

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Vancouver. 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
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$318Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$335Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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