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Cheapest round-trip
$334
Typical prices: $483-$596
American Airlines
Sat 10/6Wed 10/10
RSW - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$193
Typical prices: $226-$538
American Airlines
Sun 10/14
RSW - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Fort Myers and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 27% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $483 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 7h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara (RSW-SBA)

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

Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:45 amRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 4:20 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
7h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$334American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
United Airlines Logo
12:24 pm - 10:03 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 8:56 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
9h 56m1 stop San Francisco
$338United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
American Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 6:15 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 35m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 4:20 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
7h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$339American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
United Airlines Logo
12:24 pm - 10:03 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 11:13 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
9h 23m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
$343United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
United Airlines Logo
4:01 pm - 9:08 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 8:56 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
9h 56m1 stop San Francisco
$363United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 1:45 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
23h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:52 pm - 1:24 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
15h 32m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$413Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:18 am - 7:53 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 35m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Boise Air Term. Gowen Fld Portland
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:08 am - 10:58 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
25h 50m2 stops San Diego Chicago O'Hare Intl
$419Alaska Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 10:01 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 16m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 8:41 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
6h 56m1 stop Los Angeles
$426United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 12:55 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 8:41 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
6h 56m1 stop Los Angeles
$456United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 3
United Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 10:01 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 16m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 9:51 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
13h 21m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$466United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Fort Myers to Santa Barbara flights

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

Round-trip flights from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara start at $334. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $483 to $596. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $334 on American Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara, it is 24% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Fort Myers to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$193
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 69% increase in price.
Flight from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara

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

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara?

    A nonstop flight from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara takes 0h 00m, covering 2,316 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara range from $483 to $596, with an average of $522 over the past 12 months. Anything below $483 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $281, which is 22% 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 $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara usually depart from Fort Myers SW Florida Intl (RSW) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Fort Myers to Santa Barbara route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 34%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $399 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $596: a $197 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 04m, compared with 7h 37m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 39m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

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

Your guide to booking Fort Myers 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 Sunday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $399 - about $197 less than Wednesday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Fort Myers to Santa Barbara trip for February. Fares historically average $383 round-trip in that month - typically $593 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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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