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Cheapest round-trip
$393
Typical prices: $412-$654
United Airlines
Sat 12/15Sat 1/6
BDL - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$197
Typical prices: $210-$362
United Airlines
Tue 1/9
BDL - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Hartford and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $539 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 8h 09m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hartford to Santa Barbara (BDL-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hartford to Santa Barbara

Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 6
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3:23 pm - 9:28 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:55 pm - 11:41 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
7h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
$393United Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 6
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3:23 pm - 9:28 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:55 am - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
10h 04m2 stops Los Angeles Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$398United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
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12:16 pm - 10:15 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
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5:00 am - 3:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
7h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$398United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
American Airlines Logo
10:52 am - 6:32 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 40m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:45 am - 11:57 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
11h 12m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$403American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:05 am - 11:50 amBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:33 pm - 11:20 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
7h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$403American Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 6
Southwest Logo
12:25 pm - 8:45 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 20m2 stops Nashville Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:00 am - 8:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
11h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Chicago Midway
$403Southwest
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:05 am - 11:50 amBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:49 am - 11:52 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
11h 03m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$408American Airlines
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
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12:30 pm - 10:05 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 35m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 7:20 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
9h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington
$413Southwest
Tue, Jan 5 - Tue, Jan 12
United Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 7:53 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 48m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles
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10:55 am - 11:41 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
9h 46m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$413United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
2:59 pm - 10:20 pmBDL  Hartford Bradley Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 21m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
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4:51 pm - 10:26 amSBA  Santa Barbara-BDL Hartford Bradley Intl
14h 35m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$418Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Hartford to Santa Barbara flights

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

Round-trip flights from Hartford to Santa Barbara typically range from $412 to $654. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $393, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hartford to Santa Barbara. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 91% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Hartford to Santa Barbara?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Hartford to Santa Barbara at $395 round-trip.
•July ($1,051) and June ($931) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 166% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Hartford to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$197
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 81% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Hartford to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Hartford to Santa Barbara

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Hartford to Santa Barbara?

    A nonstop flight from Hartford to Santa Barbara takes about 00m, covering 2,578 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Hartford to Santa Barbara range from $412 to $654, with an average of $548 over the past 12 months. Anything below $412 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from Hartford to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $244, which is 14% 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 averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Hartford to Santa Barbara usually depart from Hartford Bradley Intl (BDL) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 59% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 1% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 61% on flights from Hartford to Santa Barbara. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $411 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,051, a difference of $640.

    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 Hartford to Santa Barbara?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 09m, compared with 8h 15m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 9h 34m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Hartford and Santa Barbara?

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

Your guide to booking Hartford 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $411, about $640 less than Friday fares (61% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Hartford to Santa Barbara trip for January. Fares historically average $395 round-trip in that month - typically $656 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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