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Cheapest round-trip
$385
Typical prices: $452-$606
American Airlines
Sat 11/3Sat 11/10
PHL - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$228
Typical prices: $208-$346
United Airlines
Mon 10/15
PHL - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Philadelphia 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 49% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 13% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $393 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 7h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara (PHL-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:45 amPHL  Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia
7h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$385American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
5:22 pm - 9:57 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 35m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia
7h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$385American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 6:58 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 11:17 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia
6h 47m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$385American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 12:44 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:22 am - 7:24 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia
10h 02m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
$390United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
United Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 5:28 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 28m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 5:15 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia
7h 55m1 stop San Francisco
$390United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
American Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 6:58 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:47 pm - 7:37 amSBA  Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia
9h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$398American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Wed, Oct 7
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:48 pm - 11:47 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara
33h 59m2 stops Portland San Diego
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6:08 am - 5:41 amSBA  Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia
20h 33m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$413Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
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7:00 am - 11:50 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara
19h 50m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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6:08 am - 3:14 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia
30h 06m2 stops San Diego Portland
$413Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:02 am - 6:02 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 00m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:08 am - 3:14 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia
30h 06m2 stops San Diego Portland
$418Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 17
United Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 10:03 pmPHL  Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
2:17 pm - 12:34 amSBA  Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia
7h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$460United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Philadelphia to Santa Barbara flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara start at $385. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $452 to $606. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $385 on American Airlines.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara at $446 round-trip.
  • August ($745) and June ($582) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara the cheapest?

Flights from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Philadelphia to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$228
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara

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

    Flights from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 68% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 5% 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 Philadelphia to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Philadelphia to Santa Barbara route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $457 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $610, a difference of $153. 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 Philadelphia to Santa Barbara flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 63% above the route average of $514. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara takes 0h 00m, covering 2,457 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 $385 to $1,941. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $376, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 34m, compared with 7h 47m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 04m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

    Santa Barbara is 3 hours behind Philadelphia (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 Philadelphia to Santa Barbara flight?

    Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara range from $452 to $606, with an average of $514 over the past 12 months. Anything below $452 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Philadelphia 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 Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $457 - about $153 less than Saturday (25% 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 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Philadelphia to Santa Barbara trip for September. Fares historically average $446 round-trip in that month - typically $299 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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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