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Cheapest round-trip
$352
Typical prices: $270-$378
Delta
Sat 12/1Wed 12/5
GJT - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$284
Typical prices: $176-$450
American Airlines
Sun 1/14
GJT - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Grand Junction and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 16% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $280 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 4h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara (GJT-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara

Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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1:11 pm - 4:07 pmGJT  Grand Junction Regnl-SBA Santa Barbara
3h 56m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:41 am - 12:36 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-GJT Grand Junction Regnl
5h 55m1 stop Salt Lake City
$352Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:00 am - 9:31 amGJT  Grand Junction Regnl-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 31m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:06 am - 11:28 amSBA  Santa Barbara-GJT Grand Junction Regnl
4h 22m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$385American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:11 pm - 9:28 pmGJT  Grand Junction Regnl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 12:27 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-GJT Grand Junction Regnl
6h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
$385United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:11 pm - 9:28 pmGJT  Grand Junction Regnl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:35 am - 9:02 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-GJT Grand Junction Regnl
10h 27m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
$390United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:29 pm - 7:54 pmGJT  Grand Junction Regnl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 25m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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9:35 am - 9:02 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-GJT Grand Junction Regnl
10h 27m2 stops San Francisco Denver Intl
$395United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:00 am - 9:30 amGJT  Grand Junction Regnl-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:45 pm - 7:01 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-GJT Grand Junction Regnl
5h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$407American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:48 pm - 9:57 pmGJT  Grand Junction Regnl-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 09m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:35 pm - 10:34 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-GJT Grand Junction Regnl
8h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$407American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:00 am - 9:38 amGJT  Grand Junction Regnl-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 38m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:06 am - 4:26 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-GJT Grand Junction Regnl
9h 20m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$450American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:00 am - 9:30 amGJT  Grand Junction Regnl-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 30m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:45 pm - 10:34 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-GJT Grand Junction Regnl
8h 49m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$461American Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:48 pm - 9:58 pmGJT  Grand Junction Regnl-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:45 pm - 7:01 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-GJT Grand Junction Regnl
5h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$516American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Grand Junction to Santa Barbara flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara?

Round-trip flights from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara typically range from $270 to $378. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $352, on Delta.

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Key details for Grand Junction to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$284
The most popular month to fly with an average 192% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara

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Your Grand Junction 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 Grand Junction to Santa Barbara?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara.

  • How long is a flight from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara?

    A nonstop flight from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara takes 00m, covering 704 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Grand Junction 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 Grand Junction to Santa Barbara flight?

    Round-trip flights from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara range from $270 to $378, with an average of $314 over the past 12 months. Anything below $270 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Grand Junction 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 $352 to $790. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara looking right now?

    One-way fares from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $410.

  • 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 Grand Junction to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara usually depart from Grand Junction Regnl (GJT) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara pass through?

    One-stop flights from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 16% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $254 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $398, a difference of $144.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Grand Junction to Santa Barbara?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 30m, compared with 4h 48m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 45m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Grand Junction and Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara is 1 hour behind Grand Junction (Pacific Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Grand Junction 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $254, about $144 less than Sunday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Grand Junction to Santa Barbara trip for February. Fares historically average $265 round-trip in that month - typically $339 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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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