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Cheapest round-trip
$357
Typical prices: $441-$542
Southwest
Sat 10/27Mon 10/29
BNA - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$179
Typical prices: $224-$439
American Airlines
Sun 9/23
BNA - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Nashville and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 13% price drop
September
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 • 6h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nashville to Santa Barbara (BNA-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Nashville to Santa Barbara

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
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5:25 pm - 10:15 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:25 pm - 11:35 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$357Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
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8:05 am - 1:25 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:30 am - 3:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 20m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
$362Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
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5:55 am - 1:25 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:30 am - 3:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 20m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
$367Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
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2:56 pm - 10:51 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 55m1 stop San Francisco
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1:46 pm - 11:14 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$388United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:00 am - 11:45 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:35 pm - 10:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$427American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:45 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:35 pm - 9:39 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$427American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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7:00 am - 6:02 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:35 pm - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BNA Nashville Intl
31h 24m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$430Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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9:43 am - 5:28 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 45m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
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1:56 pm - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$432United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
Delta Logo
2:10 pm - 10:10 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 00m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
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5:41 am - 2:17 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 36m1 stop Salt Lake City
$432Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
United Airlines Logo
2:18 pm - 9:08 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:56 pm - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$444United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Nashville to Santa Barbara flights

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

Round-trip flights from Nashville to Santa Barbara start at $357. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $441 to $542. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $357 on Southwest.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nashville to Santa Barbara, it is 32% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Santa Barbara?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Santa Barbara at $417 round-trip.
  • November ($689) and December ($588) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Nashville to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$179
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 22% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from Nashville to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Nashville to Santa Barbara

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

    Flights from Nashville to Santa Barbara usually depart from Nashville Intl (BNA) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 13% 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 Nashville to Santa Barbara?

    On the Nashville to Santa Barbara route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 38%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $328 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $527: a $199 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    A nonstop flight from Nashville to Santa Barbara takes 0h 00m, covering 1,864 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nashville 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 Nashville 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 $357 to $2,049. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Nashville to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $238, which is 23% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Nashville to Santa Barbara?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 30m, compared with 6h 31m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 6h 41m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

    Santa Barbara is 2 hours behind Nashville (Pacific Time vs Central 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 Nashville to Santa Barbara flight?

    Round-trip flights from Nashville to Santa Barbara range from $441 to $542, with an average of $480 over the past 12 months. Anything below $441 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Nashville 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 Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $328 - about $199 less than Wednesday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nashville to Santa Barbara trip for February. Fares historically average $417 round-trip in that month - typically $272 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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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