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Cheapest round-trip
$303
Typical prices: $377-$607
American Airlines
Mon 12/10Fri 12/14
CMH - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$193
Typical prices: $219-$443
United Airlines
Mon 11/12
CMH - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Columbus Airport and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 31% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $370 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 00m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara (CMH-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 9:57 pmCMH  Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 10:26 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus
6h 41m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$303American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 4:07 pmCMH  Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 52m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
12:48 pm - 11:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus
7h 12m1 stop Salt Lake City
$308Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 4:07 pmCMH  Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 52m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
4:51 pm - 10:21 amSBA  Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus
14h 30m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$313Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
3:27 pm - 7:59 pmCMH  Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 32m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
1:06 pm - 10:42 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus
6h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
$385United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 9:57 pmCMH  Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus
7h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$385American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 4:07 pmCMH  Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 52m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
12:48 pm - 11:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus
7h 12m1 stop Salt Lake City
$390Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 9:57 pmCMH  Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:06 am - 5:49 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus
8h 43m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$390American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 4:07 pmCMH  Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 52m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
4:51 pm - 10:21 amSBA  Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus
14h 30m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$395Delta
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29
American Airlines Logo
4:50 pm - 9:59 pmCMH  Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 09m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:08 am - 3:43 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus
6h 35m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$413American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:59 pmCMH  Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 10:27 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus
8h 37m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
$415United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara start at $303. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $377 to $607. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $303 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara, it is 26% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 342% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara at $334 round-trip.
  • December ($647) and October ($634) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 93% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$193
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 18% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara

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

    Flights from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara usually depart from Columbus (CMH) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 11% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 84% on the Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $363 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,152, a difference of $1,789. 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 long is a flight from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara?

    A nonstop flight from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara takes 0h 00m, covering 2,053 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Columbus Airport 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 Columbus Airport 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 $303 to $664. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $212, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 00m, compared with 7h 04m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 08m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Columbus Airport and Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara is 3 hours behind Columbus Airport (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 Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara flight?

    Round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara range from $377 to $607, with an average of $486 over the past 12 months. Anything below $377 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbus Airport 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $363 - about $1,789 less than Sunday (83% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara trip for February. Fares historically average $334 round-trip in that month - typically $313 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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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