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$159 Find Cheap Flights from Boston to Santa Barbara

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Cheapest round-trip
$317
Overall average: $505
American Airlines
mer 4/1mer 4/8
BOS - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$159
Typical prices: $173-$426
Delta
mar 5/5
BOS - SBA • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $317 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Boston and Santa Barbara. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $417 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 39m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Boston to Santa Barbara (BOS-SBA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Boston to Santa Barbara that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Boston to Santa Barbara

mer, apr 1 - mer, apr 8
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:48 am
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SBA
9h 18m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 12:04 am
SBA
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BOS
8h 02m
1 stop
$317American Airlines
mer, apr 8 - sab, apr 18
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6:00 am - 12:12 pm
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SBA
9h 12m
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American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 6:00 am
SBA
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BOS
7h 47m
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$318American Airlines
mer, apr 1 - mer, apr 8
American Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:48 am
BOS
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SBA
9h 18m
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American Airlines Logo
6:27 am - 9:01 pm
SBA
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BOS
11h 34m
2 stops
$322American Airlines
mer, apr 1 - mer, apr 8
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2:36 pm - 10:56 pm
BOS
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SBA
11h 20m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:27 am - 7:30 pm
SBA
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BOS
10h 03m
2 stops
$327American Airlines
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American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:12 pm
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SBA
9h 12m
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American Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 12:24 am
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BOS
8h 27m
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$333American Airlines
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United Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 8:06 pm
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SBA
9h 11m
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United Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 11:35 pm
SBA
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BOS
7h 58m
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$337United Airlines
sab, mag 16 - mer, mag 20
American Airlines Logo
8:26 am - 6:08 pm
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SBA
12h 42m
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American Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 12:24 am
SBA
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BOS
8h 27m
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$338American Airlines
mer, mag 6 - lun, mag 11
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 1:39 pm
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SBA
10h 54m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:53 pm - 6:27 am
SBA
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BOS
8h 34m
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$342United Airlines
mer, apr 1 - mer, apr 8
American Airlines Logo
1:44 pm - 10:56 pm
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12h 12m
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American Airlines Logo
6:27 am - 9:01 pm
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BOS
11h 34m
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$343American Airlines
gio, apr 23 - sab, mag 2
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 12:01 pm
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SBA
9h 31m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:14 pm
SBA
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BOS
8h 14m
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$348United Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Boston to Santa Barbara flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Boston to Santa Barbara to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Boston to Santa Barbara?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Boston to Santa Barbara, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Boston to Santa Barbara is November, where tickets cost $398 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $593 and $584 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Boston to Santa Barbara?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Boston to Santa Barbara, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Boston to Santa Barbara, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 38% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$159
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Boston to Santa Barbara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Boston 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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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Boston to Santa Barbara

  • How do I get from Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) to the city center?

    Taxis are available outside the terminal building at SBA and can take you directly to your destination in the city center. In addition, ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are also available at the airport and can take you to the city center. The Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (MTD) also offers bus service from the airport to the city center. The Route 11 bus runs from the airport to the Downtown Transit Center.

  • Can I cancel my booking for flights from Boston to Santa Barbara with United Airlines?

    If you have booked a refundable ticket with United Airlines, you can cancel your reservation any time before the departure of your flight from Boston to Santa Barbara and get a full refund of the ticket cost. If you have booked a non-refundable ticket, you can cancel your reservation within 24 hours of making the reservation and get a full refund of the ticket cost.

  • What is the luggage allowance on flights from Boston to Santa Barbara with Alaska Airlines?

    Alaska Airlines' standard luggage allowance for domestic flights including flights from Boston to Santa Barbara allows passengers to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item for free. The carry-on bag must not exceed 22 x 14 x 9 inches. In addition to the carry-on and personal items, passengers can also check up to two bags for a fee. The fees vary depending on the route and the size of the bag.

  • What services does American Airlines offer for economy class passengers on flights from Boston to Santa Barbara?

    American Airlines offers various services for economy class passengers on flights from Boston to Santa Barbara including an in-flight entertainment system (IFE) with access to movies, TV shows, music, and games, complimentary non-alcoholic drinks and snacks, alcoholic beverages for purchase, and access to Wi-Fi at an additional cost.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Boston to Santa Barbara?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Boston to Santa Barbara was $159 for a one-way ticket and $317 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Boston and Santa Barbara?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Boston to Santa Barbara. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Boston to Santa Barbara?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Boston to Santa Barbara?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Boston and Santa Barbara, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Santa Barbara from Boston?

    Phoenix is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Boston to Santa Barbara.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Boston to Santa Barbara, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Boston to Santa Barbara are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $742 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $483 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Boston to Santa Barbara?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Boston to Santa Barbara.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Boston to Santa Barbara?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Santa Barbara from Boston is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Boston to Santa Barbara?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Santa Barbara with an airline and back to Boston with another airline. Booking your flights between Boston and SBA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Boston to Santa Barbara?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Santa Barbara from Boston up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Boston to Santa Barbara

  • United Airlines' crew will offer assistance to passengers with reduced mobility in accessing the restroom, getting meals and drinks, and helping to move around within the aircraft during the flight from Boston (BOS) to Santa Barbara (SBA).
  • Flights from Boston (BOS) to Santa Barbara usually have layovers in different cities depending on the airline you choose. Some of these layovers include Phoenix (PHX), Dallas (DFW), Denver (DEN), Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), and Philadelphia (PHL).
  • American Airlines offers flights from Boston (BOS) to Santa Barbara (SBA) and has implemented several fuel-saving measures, such as reducing engine taxi time, optimizing flight paths, and using single-engine taxiing, which help reduce fuel consumption and emissions. The airline has also begun using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on flights.
  • Alaska Airlines offers several services for families traveling with kids on flights from Boston (BOS) to Santa Barbara (SBA). For example, the airline allows families to select preferred seating options that are better suited to their needs, such as seats with extra legroom or seats that are close to the lavatories.
  • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) has four terminals: A, B, C, and E. Each terminal is connected by airport shuttle buses, and there are also walkways that connect terminals A, B, and E.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Boston to Santa Barbara

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Boston to Santa Barbara. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4317 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
7.0Food
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The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

8.0 ExcellentTobin, Mar 2026
SJC - BUR
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The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

No food or entertainment, just a quick 40 minute flight. A little bumpy due to Santa Ana winds but pilot has no control over that. Good flight and landing!

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

WiFi was not working and didn’t have a beverage service

Mediocre. Boarding is now unpleasant. The employees, once friendly and nice, are now regularly speaking sternly to passengers, badgering them to do things right so they can take off on time and gate check bags because they don't have enough overhead bin space. The pretzel snack was crushed flat and broken into even smaller pieces, which happens frequently lately. Drink service was suspended before they reached my row.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Left a few minutes early. Got in 15 minutes early. Very attentive service on board. Very organized boarding.

Cabin was not pressurized properly. Several passengers had respiratory difficulties.

There’s not much to say about a one hour flight. This is a connection from LA to RNO that I missed the previous night due to a mechanical check delay on my originating flight from JFK to LAX. The short flight itself was fine. Instructions from the pilot and crew were per usual. The coffee was barely lukewarm, which possibly was purposeful so we would down it quickly. Bags were already on carousel upon reaching baggage claim, which was excellent.

Delta continues to set the benchmark for traveler-friendly service with minimal disruption and clear communication within the mainland US (coast to coast). I am consistently pleased to be a Delta customer, and this experience once again met my expectations. There was a brief delay departing from MIA due to a technical issue that required the aircraft to return to the gate. However, the situation was handled professionally and transparently. Fortunately, my planned layover allowed ample buffer time, so the adjustment caused no stress. Overall, another smooth and reassuring experience.

Good experience and the flight landed early. There was no food I had or entertainment.

Excellent!!! Aeromexico is a great airline. What was not that good is the service provided by Kayak. It is never clear and not easy to manage.

Originally, I was booked in economy. I paid several hundred additional dollars to upgrade to first class. Then I paid several more hundred dollars to change my flight to a slightly earlier flight. I asked if the changed flight would also seat me in first class, and I was told that it would. When I boarded the plane, however, I was seated in economy. So, I paid $500-600 more than I paid for my original ticket for an upgrade and a changed flight - received the changed flight (which was nice), but did not receive the upgrade. So, I was not completely satisfied.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

Was forced to check in my small carry on, even though I informed the crew it has very fragile items inside

They double booked seats, the gate staff changed my ticket as I was boarding she went over to the computer and changed it without telling me. She messed up an entire three row section for me and others. Other travelers were outraged but the gate staff were so rude, so condescending saying it wasn't their problem to solve. I would rate this a zero if I could. Will not fly Delta again I'll stick with United and American.

It’s always a great time flying with united airlines.

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

Overall we had a good experience during our flight from San Francisco to Houston.

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Very old flight - time to retire it for newer airplanes

2+ hours delayed Outlet in row 12 did not work Tv monitors did not work Lights kept off the entire flight for at 5pm-7pm flight

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Flight delayed. WiFi connectivity very poor if not existant. Last minute arrival forced me to run to catch my connection.

The power at the seat didn't work and the seat itself was difficult to adjust - this was a business class seat. Flight attendant gave me miles to compensate. The attendant was very professional and on top of his game the entire flight.

the whole trip was smooth, and as comfortable as flying is these days. flight crew was friendly and very courteous and helpful.

Smooth flight. From the early boarding and all were on board before departure time and arrived early in ONT. Great crew. Thank you!!!!

Worst experience ever. Flight could not land in Charlotte for what we were told was a ground stop. Had to be diverted to Raleigh to refuel. Strangely during ground stop, our connecting flight had no issue taking off on time causing us to miss our flight. We were told there were no other flights that day to our final destination and that two days out was the next one. The only flights to get us there were from Chicago the next morning. Completely opposite direction but it was a direct flight. So we get flown to Chicago and have to find a hotel in our own dime. The flight in the morning was also delayed. Thankfully only a short time. The non too of all this, our luggage did not arrive by the time we were there. Communication was terrible, through the entire trip. Complete incompetence. Will never fly American again.

The flight was fine, once we got underway. It was more than hour delayed

The flight was significantly delayed for 6.5 hours because of snow. There was no communication once the plane returned to the gate regarding when the flight would resume. Other flights were departing while our flight was being unloaded for reasons unknown. Our flight also seemed out of the queue regarding further deicing, refueling, and waiting to Taxi to the runway.

They are always late and seats was also not having working charger

did not have enough meal for first class passengers so offer us snack

Enough space,crew was helpful,food was good.The gates are way far especially for travelers with health issues

Amazing I love American. I’ll never fly anyone else if I can help it.

Everything about the flight was lovely. My only suggestion would be to offer a few more options of tv series from Apple TV or HBO.

After the door had been closed, the cockpit makes an announcement that catering is running late and it is not the airline's fault. It is their fault in the sense that we had to sit for 2 hours or more when we could have stayed in the terminal. Poor communications between catering and airline. This caused a young man to lose his temper and he went storming out hitting objects. He had complained to the gate agent that he had already waited at the gate 7 hours and when can the airplane leave? Airilnes do a poor job of explaining delays, maintenance issues, etc. whereas being truthful may gain more sympathy or understanding.

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