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Cheapest round-trip
$267
Typical prices: $421-$611
United Airlines
Fri 2/2Sat 2/3
MSP - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$134
Typical prices: $218-$538
Southwest
Wed 12/12
MSP - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Minneapolis and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 66% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 32% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $456 (round-trip)
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Shortest trip • 5h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara (MSP-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara

Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 3
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7:00 am - 11:50 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 50m1 stop San Francisco
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12:55 pm - 9:09 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 14m1 stop Denver Intl
$267United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 9:20 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:20 pm - 9:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$268Southwest
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 3
Southwest Logo
12:50 pm - 10:05 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 15m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
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7:05 am - 2:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$272Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Jan 5
Delta Logo
12:20 pm - 4:07 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 47m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
12:45 pm - 8:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 00m1 stop Salt Lake City
$277Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Jan 5
United Airlines Logo
4:47 pm - 9:28 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 41m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 4:19 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 19m1 stop San Francisco
$303United Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Jan 5
American Airlines Logo
5:24 am - 11:45 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:51 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
9h 51m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$355American Airlines
Mon, Feb 8 - Tue, Feb 16
American Airlines Logo
2:33 pm - 6:32 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 59m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 10:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
8h 15m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
6:10 pm - 10:20 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 10m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:41 am - 1:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
6h 18m1 stop Salt Lake City
$413Delta
Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 30
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:25 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:15 pm - 1:28 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
17h 13m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$446Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 30
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6:00 am - 5:25 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 1:28 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
17h 13m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$446Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to Santa Barbara flights

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

Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara typically range from $421 to $611. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $267, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Santa Barbara. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara at $352 round-trip.
•June ($636) and March ($621) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara the cheapest?

Flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 66% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Minneapolis to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$134
Beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara takes 00m, covering 1,579 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara range from $421 to $611, with an average of $515 over the past 12 months. Anything below $421 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Minneapolis to Santa Barbara flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 71% above the $515 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Minneapolis 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 $267 to $1,115. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $204, which is 41% 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 starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $431 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $598, a difference of $167.

    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 Minneapolis to Santa Barbara?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 55m, compared with 6h 03m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 22m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

    Santa Barbara is 2 hours behind Minneapolis (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis 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 Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $431, about $167 less than Monday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 66% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Santa Barbara trip for January. Fares historically average $352 round-trip in that month - typically $284 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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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