Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Compare all flight tickets and find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara
The cheapest flights right now
Los Angeles – Santa Barbara
Outbound – Oct 15, 2026
direct
0h 57m Return – Oct 18, 2026
direct
0h 58m $389
yesterday
Los Angeles – Santa Barbara
Outbound – Oct 16, 2026
direct
0h 57m Return – Oct 18, 2026
direct
1h 3m $463
yesterday
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$317
Average price of a round trip
$341
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
0h57
A flight from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara takes on average 0h57.
Best time
August
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Santa Barbara is August.
The best flight deals for a weekend
Los Angeles – Santa Barbara
Outbound – Oct 15, 2026
direct
0h 57m Return – Oct 18, 2026
direct
0h 58m $389
yesterday
Los Angeles – Santa Barbara
Outbound – Oct 16, 2026
direct
0h 57m Return – Oct 18, 2026
direct
1h 3m $463
yesterday
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Santa Barbara (USA) from Los Angeles (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is November, with an average flight ticket price of $321 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of August, November and September.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 25 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is United Airlines. A ticket from the airline United Airlines to Santa Barbara costs on average $324.
The airlines that offer the most flights are United Airlines and United Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $317 to $420
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $341
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of November
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: August
info departure city :
Los Angeles, USA
airport :
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
local time :
Los Angeles is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Los Angeles, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 22°C, with a minimum of 20°C and a maximum of 25°C.
The city of Los Angeles has 1 airport(s): Los Angeles International
destination info :
Santa Barbara, USA
airport :
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
local time :
Santa Barbara is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Santa Barbara, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 18°C, with a minimum of 14°C and a maximum of 22°C.
The city of Santa Barbara has 1 airport(s): Santa Barbara
Useful info about Santa Barbara
What is the least touristic period to go to Santa Barbara?
If you want to visit Santa Barbara during the least touristic period, choose the month of August.
What is the most popular time to travel to Santa Barbara?
In Santa Barbara, the most popular month is August. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 25 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 4 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 14% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara is Friday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara?
When you leave, you can leave from Los Angeles International, and you will arrive at Santa Barbara.
How to reach Los Angeles airport from the city centre?
This information is not available at this time.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara?
In summer, the average temperature is 22°C in Santa Barbara and 23°C in Los Angeles. The average rainfall in summer is 2 mm in Santa Barbara and 3 mm in Los Angeles. In summer, it is warmer in Los Angeles and it rains less in Santa Barbara. In winter, it is colder in Los Angeles and it rains more in Santa Barbara.
