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Cheapest round-trip
$305
Typical prices: $411-$533
United Airlines
Sun 10/21Sat 10/27
BUF - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Buffalo and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 24% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $468 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara (BUF-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to Santa Barbara

Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:00 am - 12:44 pmBUF  Buffalo-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:06 pm - 10:33 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BUF Buffalo
6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
$305United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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3:05 pm - 9:56 pmBUF  Buffalo-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 51m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles
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1:06 pm - 10:33 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BUF Buffalo
6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
$310United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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1:48 pm - 9:56 pmBUF  Buffalo-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
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5:00 am - 5:02 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BUF Buffalo
9h 02m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$315United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
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4:50 pm - 11:15 pmBUF  Buffalo-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:05 pm - 11:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BUF Buffalo
6h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$328Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
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7:00 am - 12:44 pmBUF  Buffalo-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:50 pm - 9:42 amSBA  Santa Barbara-BUF Buffalo
10h 52m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$332United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
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4:50 pm - 11:15 pmBUF  Buffalo-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:35 am - 5:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BUF Buffalo
9h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$333Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:00 am - 12:44 pmBUF  Buffalo-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 5:02 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BUF Buffalo
9h 02m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$352United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:00 am - 12:54 pmBUF  Buffalo-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:06 pm - 10:33 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BUF Buffalo
6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
$369United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 17
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8:50 am - 5:28 pmBUF  Buffalo-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 38m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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1:06 pm - 10:33 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BUF Buffalo
6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
$374United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 17
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1:10 pm - 9:20 pmBUF  Buffalo-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 8:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BUF Buffalo
11h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Chicago Midway
$379Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Buffalo to Santa Barbara flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara start at $305. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $411 to $533. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $305 on United Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, it is 30% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 21% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Buffalo to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

April
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.

When to book flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Santa Barbara flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

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

    Connecting flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 33% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    On the Buffalo to Santa Barbara route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 43%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $328 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $566: a $238 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    A nonstop flight from Buffalo to Santa Barbara takes 0h 00m, covering 2,268 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo 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.

  • Have flight prices from Buffalo 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 $305 to $1,164. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 08m, compared with 7h 31m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

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

  • 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

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

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara range from $411 to $533, with an average of $467 over the past 12 months. Anything below $411 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Buffalo to Santa Barbara flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $328 - about $238 less than Wednesday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to Santa Barbara trip for November. Fares historically average $356 round-trip in that month - typically $338 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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