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Cheapest round-trip
$423
Typical prices: $486-$597
Southwest
Fri 2/2Sun 2/11
RSW - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$193
Typical prices: $243-$538
United Airlines
Sun 11/18
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 • 30% 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)

 

Cheap flights from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 11
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11:45 am - 10:05 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:20 am - 8:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
10h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$423Southwest
Tue, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 11
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11:00 am - 8:45 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 45m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:20 am - 8:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
10h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$423Southwest
Tue, Feb 2 - Thu, Feb 11
Southwest Logo
11:00 am - 8:45 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 45m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:20 am - 11:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
10h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Lambert-St Louis
$477Southwest
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 3
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8:00 am - 1:05 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:10 am - 6:31 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
9h 21m1 stop Los Angeles
$515United Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 3
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8:00 am - 5:41 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 41m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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12:55 pm - 11:14 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
7h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
$520United Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 30
American Airlines Logo
5:13 pm - 9:58 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:12 pm - 10:57 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
12h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$524American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 30
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2:27 pm - 9:58 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:12 pm - 10:57 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
12h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$529American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 30
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5:13 pm - 9:58 pmRSW  Fort Myers SW Florida Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:44 pm - 1:37 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RSW Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
21h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$775American Airlines

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 typically range from $486 to $597. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $423, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara. It’s 27% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 95% higher.

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Key details for Fort Myers to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$193
Beat the crowds with an average 74% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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 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 $486 to $597, with an average of $546 over the past 12 months. Anything below $486 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $423 to $2,899. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $280, which is 30% 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 $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • 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) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 63% on flights from Fort Myers to Santa Barbara. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $399 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,067, a difference of $668.

    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 36m 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 are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $399, about $668 less than Thursday fares (63% 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 $684 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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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