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Cheapest round-trip
$369
Typical prices: $435-$562
American Airlines
Sat 12/1Mon 12/3
OMA - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Omaha and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 22% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $466 (round-trip)
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Shortest trip • 5h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Omaha to Santa Barbara (OMA-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Omaha to Santa Barbara

Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
5:42 pm - 9:58 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:26 pm - 12:01 amSBA  Santa Barbara-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
5h 35m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$369American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
1:40 pm - 10:13 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 33m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:28 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
5h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
$374United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:04 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 04m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 4:24 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
8h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$427United Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
2:09 pm - 6:41 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 32m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:06 am - 1:27 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
5h 21m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$458American Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
2:09 pm - 6:41 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 32m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:51 pm - 11:28 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
8h 37m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$464American Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 16
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 3:33 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 33m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 11:06 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
8h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
$479United Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 16
United Airlines Logo
9:17 am - 5:28 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 11m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:28 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
5h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
$484United Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 16
United Airlines Logo
1:40 pm - 7:49 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 09m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:37 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
9h 22m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
$489United Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 2
Southwest Logo
7:15 pm - 12:15 amOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 3:35 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
7h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$549Southwest
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
Southwest Logo
3:35 pm - 7:00 pmOMA  Omaha Eppley Airfield-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
12:00 pm - 10:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-OMA Omaha Eppley Airfield
8h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$637Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Omaha to Santa Barbara flights

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

Round-trip flights from Omaha to Santa Barbara typically range from $435 to $562. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $369, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Omaha to Santa Barbara. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 18% higher.

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Key details for Omaha to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$369
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 13% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Omaha to Santa Barbara

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Omaha to Santa Barbara takes 00m, covering 1,384 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Omaha to Santa Barbara range from $435 to $562, with an average of $486 over the past 12 months. Anything below $435 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Omaha 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 $369 to $1,752. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 Omaha to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from Omaha to Santa Barbara usually depart from Omaha Eppley Airfield (OMA) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Omaha to Santa Barbara. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $388 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $578, a difference of $190.

    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 Omaha to Santa Barbara?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 14m, compared with 5h 30m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 5h 42m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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

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

Your guide to booking Omaha 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $388, about $190 less than Tuesday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Omaha to Santa Barbara trip for April. Fares historically average $380 round-trip in that month - typically $652 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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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