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Cheapest round-trip
$329
Typical prices: $356-$579
United Airlines
Wed 11/21Fri 11/23
PIT - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$200
Typical prices: $209-$333
American Airlines
Mon 2/12
PIT - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Pittsburgh and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 60% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $412 (round-trip)
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Shortest trip • 7h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara (PIT-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara

Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 23
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3:42 pm - 7:53 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 11m1 stop Los Angeles
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4:10 pm - 5:10 amSBA  Santa Barbara-PIT Pittsburgh
10h 00m1 stop San Francisco
$329United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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5:35 pm - 10:20 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 45m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:41 am - 4:39 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PIT Pittsburgh
7h 58m1 stop Salt Lake City
$329Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:00 am - 4:07 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 07m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
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5:41 am - 4:39 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PIT Pittsburgh
7h 58m1 stop Salt Lake City
$334Delta
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:03 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 03m1 stop San Francisco
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6:49 am - 4:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PIT Pittsburgh
7h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 23
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3:42 pm - 7:53 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 11m1 stop Los Angeles
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5:00 am - 6:19 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PIT Pittsburgh
10h 19m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$376United Airlines
Mon, Feb 22 - Fri, Feb 26
Southwest Logo
7:40 pm - 12:15 amPIT  Pittsburgh-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:15 am - 3:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PIT Pittsburgh
6h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$399Southwest
Mon, Feb 22 - Sat, Feb 27
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4:05 pm - 12:15 amPIT  Pittsburgh-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 10m2 stops Dallas Love Field Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:25 am - 2:30 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PIT Pittsburgh
6h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$404Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:08 am - 11:43 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-SBA Santa Barbara
18h 35m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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6:00 am - 8:36 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PIT Pittsburgh
35h 36m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$505Alaska Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
American Airlines Logo
7:12 am - 12:00 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 48m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:45 pm - 10:46 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PIT Pittsburgh
7h 01m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$657American Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23
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7:00 am - 11:54 amPIT  Pittsburgh-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:11 am - 10:36 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PIT Pittsburgh
9h 25m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$1,962American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara typically range from $356 to $579. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $329, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara. It’s 42% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara at $203 round-trip.
•November ($716) and October ($576) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 252% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$200
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara takes 00m, covering 2,191 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara range from $356 to $579, with an average of $512 over the past 12 months. Anything below $356 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Pittsburgh 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 $329 to $2,086. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $480, which is 69% above 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 Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara usually depart from Pittsburgh (PIT) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $301 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $659, a difference of $358.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 01m, compared with 7h 12m via San Diego (SAN) and 7h 21m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

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

Your guide to booking Pittsburgh 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $301, about $358 less than Sunday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Pittsburgh to Santa Barbara trip for May. Fares historically average $203 round-trip in that month - typically $513 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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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