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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around AED 1,193.

  • How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA)?

    It takes about 55 minutes to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA).

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA)?

    Airlines with flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA): United Airlines, Air New Zealand, avianca and Air Canada.

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

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

How to find a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara

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Tap "Date" on flight search bar to scan through the calender for Los Angeles to Santa Barbara airfare over next 6 months in 2025. If you would like to fly in next 3 months, it seems the cheapest date is on Sun, Apr 20 at AED 517 for one-way flights.
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Flight Info | Los Angeles to Santa Barbara

Cheapest one-way flight price AED 516
Cheapest return ticket price AED 830
Off-season for travel March
Peak season for travel January
Flight distance 143.37 km
Average flight time 55 minutes
Popular airline United Airlines

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