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Cheapest round-trip
$385
Typical prices: $452-$841
Delta
Wed 9/12Sat 9/15
FLL - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$309
Typical prices: $223-$456
American Airlines
Fri 9/7
FLL - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Fort Lauderdale and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 34% price drop
July
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $494 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 7h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara (FLL-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara

Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 15
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5:25 pm - 10:08 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 43m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:52 am - 5:33 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-FLL Fort Lauderdale
8h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
$385Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16
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5:25 pm - 10:08 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 43m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:52 am - 5:33 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-FLL Fort Lauderdale
8h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
$385Delta
Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
7:33 am - 6:58 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 25m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:35 pm - 10:41 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-FLL Fort Lauderdale
7h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$390American Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 6
United Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 7:42 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 27m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
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6:22 am - 6:23 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-FLL Fort Lauderdale
9h 01m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
$395United Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 14
Southwest Logo
11:30 am - 11:10 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:35 am - 7:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-FLL Fort Lauderdale
10h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Austin Bergstrom
$396Southwest
Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 16
Delta Logo
6:02 pm - 10:36 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 34m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:52 am - 5:33 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-FLL Fort Lauderdale
8h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
$399Delta
Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 15
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6:02 pm - 10:36 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 34m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:52 am - 5:33 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-FLL Fort Lauderdale
8h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
$399Delta
Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 6
United Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 9:03 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 3:51 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-FLL Fort Lauderdale
7h 51m1 stop Denver Intl
$401United Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 15
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 11:54 amFLL  Fort Lauderdale-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 24m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
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5:52 am - 5:33 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-FLL Fort Lauderdale
8h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
$404Delta
Fri, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
4:56 pm - 10:35 pmFLL  Fort Lauderdale-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 39m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:10 am - 4:31 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-FLL Fort Lauderdale
7h 21m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$462American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara flights

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

Round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara start at $385. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $452 to $841. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $385 on Delta.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara, it is 28% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 49% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$309
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in price.
Flight from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara

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

    Flights from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara usually depart from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 8% 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 Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $448 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $928, a difference of $480. 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 Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara?

    A nonstop flight from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara takes 0h 00m, covering 2,421 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale 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 $385 to $1,658. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $503, which is 84% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 28m, compared with 7h 37m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 59m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Fort Lauderdale and Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara is 3 hours behind Fort Lauderdale (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 Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara flight?

    Round-trip flights from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara range from $452 to $841, with an average of $621 over the past 12 months. Anything below $452 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Fort Lauderdale 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 $448 - about $480 less than Sunday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara trip for September. Fares historically average $412 round-trip in that month - typically $588 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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Santa Barbara

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Santa Barbara (SBA)