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Cheapest round-trip
$406
Typical prices: $376-$602
American Airlines
Sat 9/29Sat 10/6
MIA - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$143
Typical prices: $243-$333
American Airlines
Wed 10/17
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 • 33% 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 28m (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

Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Jan 5
American Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 12:21 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 56m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:02 pm - 5:54 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
7h 52m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$348American Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Jan 5
American Airlines Logo
6:36 am - 12:21 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:02 pm - 8:09 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
10h 07m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$353American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 11:46 amMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 11:54 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
7h 24m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$406American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
9:59 am - 6:58 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 59m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 12:03 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$411American Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
Delta Logo
6:55 am - 12:00 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 05m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
4:50 pm - 6:22 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
10h 32m1 stop Salt Lake City
$423Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
Delta Logo
6:55 am - 12:00 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 05m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
4:50 pm - 9:26 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
13h 36m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$428Delta
Fri, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 15
United Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 11:30 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 30m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles Los Angeles
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8:33 pm - 7:47 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 14m1 stop San Francisco
$430United Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Jan 5
Southwest Logo
3:50 pm - 12:10 amMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 20m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:00 am - 9:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
12h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Lambert-St Louis
$436Southwest
Fri, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 15
United Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 3:24 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 55m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
8:33 pm - 7:47 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 14m1 stop San Francisco
$442United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 4
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 5:39 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 54m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
8:21 pm - 7:51 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 30m1 stop San Francisco
$461United 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 from Miami to Santa Barbara with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Miami to Santa Barbara start at $406. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $376 to $602. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $406 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Miami to Santa Barbara, it is 30% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 60% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is 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

$143
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 92% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Miami to Santa Barbara?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • 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) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 57% on the Miami to Santa Barbara route. 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 long is a flight from Miami to Santa Barbara?

    A nonstop flight from Miami to Santa Barbara takes 0h 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.

  • Have flight prices from Miami 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 $348 to $1,982. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 $193, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 28m, compared with 7h 59m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 8h 05m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • 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.

  • 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

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Miami to Santa Barbara flight?

    Round-trip flights from Miami to Santa Barbara range from $376 to $602, with an average of $486 over the past 12 months. Anything below $376 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $341 - about $440 less than Sunday (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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