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Cheapest round-trip
$267
Typical prices: $396-$631
American Airlines
Sat 10/6Sun 10/14
LGA - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$154
Typical prices: $199-$366
Delta
Sun 12/9
LGA - SBA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New York LaGuardia Airport and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
12 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 55% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 21% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $334 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 8h 11m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from LaGuardia to Santa Barbara (LGA-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from LaGuardia to Santa Barbara

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:45 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:44 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$267American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:45 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:44 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
American Airlines Logo
2:39 pm - 10:35 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 56m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:44 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$344American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
Southwest Logo
3:25 pm - 10:15 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 50m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 6:15 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Chicago Midway
$349Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:42 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 42m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 5:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$355United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:54 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:44 pm - 11:37 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$357American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:42 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 42m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 11:29 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
7h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$363United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 12:54 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 5:27 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
$372United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
Southwest Logo
5:35 pm - 11:15 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 7:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
10h 25m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
$383Southwest
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4
Southwest Logo
5:35 pm - 12:10 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 35m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
10:55 am - 11:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 30m2 stops San Diego Denver Intl
$388Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara?

Round-trip flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara start at $267. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $396 to $631. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $267 on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 48% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara?

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara at $380 round-trip.
  • July ($711) and March ($629) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 87% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara the cheapest?

Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 55% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$154
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 29% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 6% increase in price.
Flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from LaGuardia to Santa Barbara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from LaGuardia 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 New York LaGuardia Airport 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara usually depart from New York LaGuardia (LGA) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$40 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 45% on the New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $393 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $711, a difference of $318. 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 expensive are last-minute New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 52% above the route average of $480. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara?

    A nonstop flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara takes 0h 00m, covering 2,523 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport 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 are flight prices from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $191, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 11m, compared with 8h 12m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 8h 21m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between New York LaGuardia Airport and Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara is 3 hours behind New York LaGuardia Airport (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 New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara range from $396 to $631, with an average of $480 over the past 12 months. Anything below $396 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking New York LaGuardia Airport 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $393 - about $318 less than Sunday (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 55% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara trip for May. Fares historically average $380 round-trip in that month - typically $331 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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