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Cheapest round-trip
$422
Typical prices: $415-$642
Southwest
Sun 11/4Fri 11/9
ALB - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$169
Typical prices: $273-$448
United Airlines
Tue 1/30
ALB - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Albany and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 25% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $470 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 8h (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albany to Santa Barbara (ALB-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albany to Santa Barbara

Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
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4:45 pm - 10:05 pmALB  Albany Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:45 am - 11:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ALB Albany Intl
11h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington
$422Southwest
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Jan 7
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6:00 am - 1:15 pmALB  Albany Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:10 pm - 11:36 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ALB Albany Intl
7h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
$425United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
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12:50 pm - 10:05 pmALB  Albany Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
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9:45 am - 11:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ALB Albany Intl
11h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington
$427Southwest
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Jan 7
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6:00 am - 1:15 pmALB  Albany Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:50 am - 11:49 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ALB Albany Intl
10h 59m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$430United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
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4:45 pm - 10:05 pmALB  Albany Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:50 pm - 1:05 amSBA  Santa Barbara-ALB Albany Intl
8h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$433Southwest
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Jan 7
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7:38 am - 6:32 pmALB  Albany Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 54m2 stops Philadelphia Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:00 am - 11:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ALB Albany Intl
10h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$443American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
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8:40 am - 5:28 pmALB  Albany Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
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10:50 am - 11:30 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ALB Albany Intl
9h 40m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$541United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
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7:32 am - 12:59 pmALB  Albany Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 9:33 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ALB Albany Intl
13h 33m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$557United Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:00 am - 1:19 pmALB  Albany Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:30 pm - 10:09 amSBA  Santa Barbara-ALB Albany Intl
12h 39m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$568United Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:00 am - 12:53 pmALB  Albany Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
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6:30 pm - 10:09 amSBA  Santa Barbara-ALB Albany Intl
12h 39m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$573United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Albany to Santa Barbara flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Albany to Santa Barbara?

Round-trip flights from Albany to Santa Barbara typically range from $415 to $642. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $422, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albany to Santa Barbara?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Albany to Santa Barbara. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 47% higher.

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Key details for Albany to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$169
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Albany to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Albany to Santa Barbara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albany to Santa Barbara based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Albany to Santa Barbara flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Albany to Santa Barbara?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Albany to Santa Barbara:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Albany to Santa Barbara?

    A nonstop flight from Albany to Santa Barbara takes 00m, covering 2,518 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Albany to Santa Barbara?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Albany to Santa Barbara flight?

    Round-trip flights from Albany to Santa Barbara range from $415 to $642, with an average of $511 over the past 12 months. Anything below $415 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Albany to Santa Barbara changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $422 to $946. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Albany to Santa Barbara looking right now?

    One-way fares from Albany to Santa Barbara are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $343, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

    Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Albany to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from Albany to Santa Barbara usually depart from Albany Intl (ALB) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Albany to Santa Barbara pass through?

    One-stop flights from Albany to Santa Barbara most commonly connect through:

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 17% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Albany to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Albany to Santa Barbara. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $438 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $752, a difference of $314.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Albany to Santa Barbara?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h, compared with 8h 13m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 43m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Albany and Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara is 3 hours behind Albany (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Albany to Santa Barbara flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $438, about $314 less than Friday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albany to Santa Barbara trip for November. Fares historically average $383 round-trip in that month - typically $608 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Barbara Airport.

    • The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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