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Cheapest round-trip
$385
Typical prices: $483-$596
United Airlines
Sun 9/9Sat 9/15
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

Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
United Airlines Logo
3:52 pm - 9:03 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 3:27 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
7h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
$385United Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:30 amRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 10:21 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
6h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
Southwest Logo
2:35 pm - 9:25 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
5:45 am - 7:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
11h 10m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Nashville Intl
$409Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
United Airlines Logo
3:52 pm - 9:03 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 7:51 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
11h 51m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$419United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Thu, Feb 11
Southwest Logo
11:45 am - 10:05 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 8:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
10h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$431Southwest
Wed, Feb 3 - Thu, Feb 11
Southwest Logo
11:45 am - 8:45 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 8:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
10h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$431Southwest
Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 15
Southwest Logo
1:25 pm - 9:35 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 10m2 stops Orlando Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:45 am - 8:15 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
11h 30m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington
$442Southwest
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
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4:45 pm - 11:10 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:20 am - 6:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
9h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$455Southwest
Fri, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 8
Southwest Logo
4:45 pm - 11:10 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 5:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
9h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$460Southwest
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
American Airlines Logo
8:54 am - 6:58 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 04m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:07 pm - 10:58 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
12h 51m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$465American 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 $385. 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 $385 on United 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.

  • 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).

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

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

  • 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) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 34% 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 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.

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

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Fort Myers 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 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.

  • Have flight prices from Fort Myers 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 $1,569. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $429, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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.

  • 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 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.

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

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Fort Myers (RSW)
Santa Barbara (SBA)