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Cheapest round-trip
$378
Typical prices: $408-$646
American Airlines
Wed 9/19Tue 9/25
EWR - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$190
Typical prices: $214-$383
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/2
EWR - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New York and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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LGA - SBA
Cheapest • 5% average savings
EWR - SBA
Most popular
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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 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 20% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $334 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 8h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from New York to Santa Barbara (NYC-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Santa Barbara

Sat, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 25
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7:20 am - 11:46 amEWR  Newark-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 26m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:32 pm - 11:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-EWR Newark
8h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$378American Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 25
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6:30 am - 11:35 amEWR  Newark-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:32 pm - 11:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-EWR Newark
8h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$378American Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 30
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4:15 pm - 10:01 pmEWR  Newark-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 46m1 stop Los Angeles
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10:45 am - 9:22 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-EWR Newark
7h 37m1 stop Los Angeles
$379United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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2:38 pm - 9:10 pmEWR  Newark-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 4:54 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-EWR Newark
7h 54m1 stop Los Angeles
$379United Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
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7:15 am - 12:02 pmEWR  Newark-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 47m1 stop Salt Lake City
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4:50 pm - 6:00 amSBA  Santa Barbara-EWR Newark
10h 10m1 stop Salt Lake City
$379Delta
Sat, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 25
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5:02 pm - 11:50 pmEWR  Newark-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 48m1 stop San Diego
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2:17 pm - 4:02 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-EWR Newark
22h 45m1 stop Portland
$379Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 13 - Thu, Feb 18
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7:00 am - 7:53 pmEWR  Newark-SBA Santa Barbara
15h 53m1 stop Portland
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6:25 am - 4:49 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-EWR Newark
7h 24m1 stop San Diego
$379Alaska Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
American Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 3:56 pmEWR  Newark-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 26m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:30 pm - 5:50 amSBA  Santa Barbara-EWR Newark
10h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$379American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:02 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 02m1 stop Salt Lake City
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12:40 pm - 11:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 00m1 stop Salt Lake City
$411Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 14
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4:21 pm - 10:08 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 47m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:52 am - 8:30 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 38m2 stops Salt Lake City Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$513Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York to Santa Barbara flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from New York to Santa Barbara start at $378. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $408 to $646. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $378 on American Airlines.

What is the cheapest New York to Santa Barbara flight route?

There's little price difference between New York to Santa Barbara routes. They average around $504 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Santa Barbara, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 28% 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 to Santa Barbara?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Santa Barbara at $407 round-trip.
  • December ($599) and June ($596) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from New York to Santa Barbara are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% 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 to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$190
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
Flight from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from New York to Santa Barbara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York 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 to Santa Barbara flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What flight options do I have when flying from New York to Santa Barbara?

    When flying from New York to Santa Barbara, you can only opt for connecting flight options as there are no direct or nonstop flight services. You can opt for American Airlines and United Airlines, which offer shorter layovers with stops at different airports such as PHX, SFO, LAX and DEN airports.

  • Which ground transportation option is the most ideal in Santa Barbara?

    There are many ground transportation options that you can opt for upon arrival at SBA airports, such as taxis and shuttles. However, you should consider booking car rentals if you are in town for adventure and exploration. You can decide to hire Budget, Enterprise, Alamo, Dollar, Hertz Avis and National are some of the car rental agencies found onsite at the airport near the baggage claim area.

  • Can I have access to family services at any of the New York airports?

    New York airports have heavily invested in developing family amenities and services to ensure that families flying through the airport can be comfortable before boarding their flights. At EWR, you will have access to family washrooms and nursing suites located in terminals A, B and C, while at LGA, baby care facilities are situated in Terminals A, B and C. On the other hand, if you fly through JFK, you will find family washrooms and baby care amenities on the Airside.

  • Are there USO lounges at New York Airports?

    JFK features a USO lounge on terminal 5, while at EWR, the lounge is located in terminal B. These military lounges offer free amenities and services to active US military and their families flying through the airports. LGA is the only airport in New York that doesn’t have a USO lounge.

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

    Flights from New York to Santa Barbara may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 9% 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 New York to Santa Barbara?

    On the New York to Santa Barbara route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $441 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $656: a $215 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 29% above the route average of $509. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from New York to Santa Barbara takes 0h 00m, covering 2,517 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York 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 New York 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 $378 to $2,628. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from New York to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $200, which is 31% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 07m, compared with 8h 11m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 11m via Los Angeles (LAX).

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

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

    Round-trip flights from New York to Santa Barbara range from $408 to $646, with an average of $509 over the past 12 months. Anything below $408 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking New York 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 Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $441 - about $215 less than Sunday (33% 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 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Santa Barbara trip for February. Fares historically average $407 round-trip in that month - typically $192 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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
  • If you are flying from New York to Santa Barbara and wish to leave your car, the departure airports offer several onsite and offsite parking spaces that you can choose to use. These parking spaces range from hourly and daily to extended stays parking options. But, if you want to save on costs while traveling, you should opt for offsite parking rather than onsite as they are more affordable.
  • If you need a hand with your luggage upon arrival at Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), you can take advantage of the baggage carts available within the airport. The baggage carts are found in the airport’s baggage claim area.
  • Passengers flying through any of the New York airports with pets can use the pet relief facilities at the airports for their pet’s potty service, drinking water and stretching legs. At EWR, the pet relief areas are located outside and inside the terminals across gates 29, 28 and C, while at JFK, the pet relief facilities are found at terminal 5 and Concourse B. On the other hand, you will find at least a pet relief area in each terminal.
  • While at SBA and needing any specific information, you should go to the information desk available at the airport and ask for assistance. You can find any information about the local area and the airport from the volunteers found on these counters.
  • When flying from New York to Santa Barbara, you should book an airline according to your preferences and budget. This is because not all airlines operating along this route offer the same services. For instance, Alaska Airlines flying from New York to Santa Barbara offer assorted meals and seats with enough legroom and allows pets onboard.

Everything you need to know for your flight from New York to Santa Barbara

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Santa Barbara (SBA)