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Cheapest round-trip
$348
Typical prices: $390-$621
Delta
Sat 12/15Sun 12/16
MIA - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$172
Typical prices: $249-$353
American Airlines
Sun 11/25
MIA - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Miami and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 34% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $396 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 7h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Miami to Santa Barbara (MIA-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Miami to Santa Barbara

Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:50 am - 12:09 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 19m1 stop Salt Lake City
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4:51 pm - 9:31 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
13h 40m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$348Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
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10:36 am - 10:20 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 44m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
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4:51 pm - 9:31 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
13h 40m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$353Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
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11:35 am - 10:05 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 30m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 9:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
12h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington
$373Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
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2:35 pm - 10:05 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 9:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
12h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington
$388Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
American Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 11:45 amMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:51 pm - 12:04 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$391American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Tue, Dec 29
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6:48 am - 12:11 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 23m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:51 pm - 12:59 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
9h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$414American Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
American Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 3:56 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 06m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:51 pm - 12:04 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$415American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
United Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 10:46 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 06m1 stop San Francisco
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6:47 pm - 7:50 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
10h 03m1 stop San Francisco
$439United Airlines
Thu, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 7
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9:05 am - 5:36 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 31m1 stop San Francisco
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6:10 am - 5:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 45m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
$460United Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 16
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7:35 am - 12:53 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:00 am - 3:46 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
7h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
$541United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Miami to Santa Barbara flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Miami to Santa Barbara typically range from $390 to $621. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $348, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Miami 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 Miami to Santa Barbara. It’s 32% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 57% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Miami to Santa Barbara at $326 round-trip.
•July ($932) and March ($781) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 185% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Miami to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$172
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 96% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Miami to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Miami to Santa Barbara

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Miami to Santa Barbara:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Miami to Santa Barbara takes 00m, covering 2,420 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Miami to Santa Barbara range from $390 to $621, with an average of $495 over the past 12 months. Anything below $390 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from Miami to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $186, which is 37% 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 Miami to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from Miami to Santa Barbara usually depart from Miami (MIA) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 57% on flights from Miami to Santa Barbara. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $341 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $781, a difference of $440.

    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 Miami to Santa Barbara?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 26m, compared with 8h 05m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 09m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

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

Your guide to booking Miami 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 Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $341, about $440 less than Sunday fares (56% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Miami to Santa Barbara trip for January. Fares historically average $326 round-trip in that month - typically $606 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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