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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $415-$595
American Airlines
Mon 12/3Sun 12/9
ATL - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$140
Typical prices: $268-$509
United Airlines
Fri 11/16
ATL - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Atlanta and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 49% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $382 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara (ATL-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Atlanta to Santa Barbara

Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 10:01 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 06m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:51 pm - 10:19 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 28m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$279American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 12
United Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 3:28 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 33m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 6:11 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 11m1 stop San Francisco
$279United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
United Airlines Logo
7:18 pm - 11:59 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 41m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 5:07 amSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 57m1 stop San Francisco
$279United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:45 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:06 am - 11:03 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
13h 57m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$284American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
2:55 pm - 10:05 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 7:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
10h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
$290Southwest
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 24
Delta Logo
8:05 am - 12:05 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 00m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
12:45 pm - 12:40 amSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
8h 55m1 stop Salt Lake City
$297Delta
Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10
Southwest Logo
4:50 pm - 8:45 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 2:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
5h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$299Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
Delta Logo
8:05 am - 12:09 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 04m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
4:51 pm - 5:13 amSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 22m1 stop Salt Lake City
$402Delta
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:39 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
19h 39m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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10:11 am - 5:30 amSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
16h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$511Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:34 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
29h 34m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:11 am - 5:30 amSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
16h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$545Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Atlanta to Santa Barbara flights

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

Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara typically range from $415 to $595. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $279, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Santa Barbara. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 40% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Santa Barbara?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Santa Barbara at $277 round-trip.
•January ($949) and May ($579) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 242% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Atlanta to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$140
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Atlanta to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Santa Barbara?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara.

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

    A nonstop flight from Atlanta to Santa Barbara takes 00m, covering 2,017 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara range from $415 to $595, with an average of $542 over the past 12 months. Anything below $415 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Atlanta to Santa Barbara?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $382 round-trip via San Francisco (SFO), compared to $949 for nonstop.

  • Have flight prices from Atlanta 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 $279 to $664. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Atlanta to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $285, which is 11% below 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 $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 16% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $428 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $762, a difference of $334.

    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 Atlanta to Santa Barbara?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 52m, compared with 7h via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 09m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

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

Your guide to booking Atlanta 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $428, about $334 less than Sunday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Atlanta to Santa Barbara trip for February. Fares historically average $277 round-trip in that month - typically $672 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through San Francisco Airport (SFO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $382 round-trip on this route - about $567 less than direct flights (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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