Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Santa Barbara Starting at AED 568

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Chicago (CHI) to Santa Barbara (SBA) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Chicago to Santa Barbara based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.

  • How much do flights from Chicago (CHI) to Santa Barbara (SBA) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AED 1,916.

  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Santa Barbara?

    • The distance from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to downtown is about 6 km, by taxi about 20 minutes.

  • What's the most popular airline for non-stop flights from Chicago (CHI) to Santa Barbara (SBA)?

    United Airlines operates 1 non-stop flights from Chicago (CHI) to Santa Barbara (SBA).

  • How many airports are there in Santa Barbara (SBA)?

    There are 1 airport(s) near Santa Barbara (SBA): Santa Barbara Municipal Airport.

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Flight Info | Chicago to Santa Barbara

Cheapest one-way flight price AED 567
Cheapest return ticket price AED 1,750
Off-season for travel February
Peak season for travel December
Flight distance 2,915.74 km
Popular airline Alaska Airlines

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