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Cheapest round-trip
$395
Typical prices: $461-$602
American Airlines
Sun 1/7Tue 1/9
ORF - SBA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$185
Typical prices: $253-$433
Southwest
Tue 12/4
ORF - SBA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Norfolk and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 36% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $510 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Norfolk to Santa Barbara (ORF-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Norfolk to Santa Barbara

Thu, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
6:03 am - 3:53 pmORF  Norfolk-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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9:45 am - 11:16 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ORF Norfolk
10h 31m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
$395American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 9
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12:43 pm - 11:30 pmORF  Norfolk-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 47m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:02 am - 7:51 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ORF Norfolk
10h 49m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Philadelphia
$395American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
12:43 pm - 11:30 pmORF  Norfolk-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 47m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:33 pm - 10:41 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ORF Norfolk
7h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$453American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 9
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12:43 pm - 11:30 pmORF  Norfolk-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 47m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:33 pm - 10:41 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ORF Norfolk
7h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$462American Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Thu, Dec 31
Southwest Logo
9:55 am - 6:10 pmORF  Norfolk-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:20 pm - 9:10 amSBA  Santa Barbara-ORF Norfolk
15h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington
$511Southwest
Thu, Jan 7 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:15 pmORF  Norfolk-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:55 pm - 11:14 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ORF Norfolk
7h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
$515United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Thu, Dec 31
Southwest Logo
4:55 pm - 10:50 pmORF  Norfolk-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
2:20 pm - 9:10 amSBA  Santa Barbara-ORF Norfolk
15h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington
$533Southwest
Mon, Dec 21 - Thu, Dec 31
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 1:15 pmORF  Norfolk-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 00m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 3:04 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ORF Norfolk
7h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
$607United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Thu, Dec 31
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6:00 am - 1:15 pmORF  Norfolk-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 3:04 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ORF Norfolk
7h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
$639United Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 1
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 10:02 pmORF  Norfolk-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 02m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:50 am - 6:53 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ORF Norfolk
10h 03m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$1,187Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Norfolk to Santa Barbara flights

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

Round-trip flights from Norfolk to Santa Barbara typically range from $461 to $602. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $395, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Norfolk 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 Norfolk to Santa Barbara. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 70% higher.

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Key details for Norfolk to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$185
Beat the crowds with an average 50% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Norfolk to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Norfolk to Santa Barbara

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Norfolk to Santa Barbara.

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

    A nonstop flight from Norfolk to Santa Barbara takes 00m, covering 2,433 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Norfolk to Santa Barbara range from $461 to $602, with an average of $561 over the past 12 months. Anything below $461 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Norfolk 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 $395 to $1,217. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Norfolk to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $224, which is 14% 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 averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Norfolk to Santa Barbara usually depart from Norfolk (ORF) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Norfolk to Santa Barbara. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $486 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $954, a difference of $468.

    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 Norfolk to Santa Barbara?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 38m, compared with 7h 47m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 8h 53m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Santa Barbara is 3 hours behind Norfolk (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Norfolk 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 $486, about $468 less than Monday fares (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Norfolk to Santa Barbara trip for January. Fares historically average $358 round-trip in that month - typically $723 less than the most expensive month, which is September (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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