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Cheapest round-trip
$510
Typical prices: $828-$879
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Mon 12/17Sun 12/30
KOA - SBA • 1 stop
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There are currently no direct flights between Kailua-Kona and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheap Flights from Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara (KOA-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara

Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 30
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10:52 pm - 9:31 amKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 39m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:01 am - 6:28 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
10h 27m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$510American Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Sat, Jan 2
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12:35 pm - 11:59 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 24m1 stop San Francisco
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6:00 am - 12:01 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
8h 01m1 stop San Francisco
$520United Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Thu, Dec 31
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1:20 pm - 11:59 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 39m1 stop San Francisco
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10:50 am - 8:47 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
11h 57m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco
$526United Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 1
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6:31 pm - 7:44 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
23h 13m2 stops Honolulu Portland
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6:07 am - 2:20 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
10h 13m2 stops San Diego Sacramento Intl
$538Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 3
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9:22 am - 11:39 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 17m2 stops Kahului San Diego
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6:07 am - 4:26 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
12h 19m2 stops San Diego Kahului
$541Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Tue, Jan 5
American Airlines Logo
9:44 pm - 9:31 amKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 47m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 3:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
11h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$549American Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 1
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10:44 am - 11:39 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 55m1 stop San Diego
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6:07 am - 2:20 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
10h 13m2 stops San Diego Sacramento Intl
$550Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 1
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9:59 pm - 9:19 amKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:02 am - 4:37 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
12h 35m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$556American Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Tue, Jan 5
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10:16 pm - 9:53 amKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 37m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:14 pm - 2:20 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
26h 06m2 stops San Diego Sacramento Intl
$566Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Jan 4
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9:40 pm - 10:20 pmKOA  Kona Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
22h 40m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
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5:45 am - 8:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-KOA Kona Intl
16h 15m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$571Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara flights

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

Round-trip flights from Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara typically range from $828 to $879. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $510, on American Airlines.

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Key details for Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara flights

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When to book flights from Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara

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Your Kailua-Kona 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 Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara.

  • How long is a flight from Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara?

    A nonstop flight from Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara takes 00m, covering 2,429 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kailua-Kona 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 Kailua-Kona 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 $510 to $1,080. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara usually depart from Kona Intl (KOA) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara pass through San Francisco (SFO), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Kailua-Kona to Santa Barbara. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $828 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $879, a difference of $51.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Kailua-Kona and Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara is 3 hours ahead of Kailua-Kona (Pacific Time vs Hawaii-Aleutian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Kailua-Kona 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average $828, about $51 less than Wednesday fares (6% savings) 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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