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Cheapest round-trip
$177
Typical prices: $276-$408
Delta
Sat 12/8Sat 12/15
PDX - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$287
Typical prices: $287-$397
Alaska Airlines
Tue 1/23Tue 1/30
PDX - SBA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines. Average duration is 2h 14m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $261 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Santa Barbara (PDX-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Santa Barbara

Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Dec 19
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1:50 pm - 10:05 pmPDX  Portland-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:45 am - 3:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PDX Portland
4h 55m1 stop Sacramento Intl
$219Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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9:00 am - 11:33 pmPDX  Portland-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 33m1 stop San Diego
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2:25 pm - 9:50 amSBA  Santa Barbara-PDX Portland
19h 25m1 stop San Diego
$221Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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2:52 pm - 11:33 pmPDX  Portland-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 41m1 stop San Diego
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2:25 pm - 4:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PDX Portland
26h 25m1 stop San Diego
$223Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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10:30 am - 1:38 pmPDX  Portland-SBA Santa Barbara
27h 08m1 stop San Diego
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2:15 pm - 1:38 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PDX Portland
23h 23m1 stop San Diego
$223Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Dec 19
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 1:40 pmPDX  Portland-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 00m2 stops Sacramento Intl San Diego
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10:45 am - 3:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PDX Portland
4h 55m1 stop Sacramento Intl
$224Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Dec 19
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1:05 pm - 8:45 pmPDX  Portland-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 40m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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4:50 pm - 11:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PDX Portland
6h 50m2 stops San Diego Oakland
$229Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 10:09 amPDX  Portland-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 39m1 stop San Francisco
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1:55 pm - 8:26 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PDX Portland
6h 31m1 stop San Francisco
$287United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 8
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5:30 am - 12:03 pmPDX  Portland-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 33m1 stop San Francisco
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10:53 am - 9:15 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PDX Portland
10h 22m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$292United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 4:07 pmPDX  Portland-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 37m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
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5:41 am - 12:28 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PDX Portland
6h 47m1 stop Salt Lake City
$332Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
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5:34 pm - 10:20 pmPDX  Portland-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 46m1 stop Salt Lake City
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12:49 pm - 11:39 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PDX Portland
10h 50m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$332Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Santa Barbara flights

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

Round-trip flights from Portland to Santa Barbara typically range from $276 to $408. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $177, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland 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 Portland to Santa Barbara. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 39% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Santa Barbara at $236 round-trip.
•February ($377) and May ($367) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Portland to Santa Barbara the cheapest?

Flights from Portland to Santa Barbara are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Portland to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$69
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 12% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Portland to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Portland to Santa Barbara

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Portland to Santa Barbara:

    • Earliest: departs at 2:45 pm and lands at 4:59 pm
    • Latest: departs at 5:42 pm and lands at 7:56 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 14m.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Portland to Santa Barbara:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Portland to Santa Barbara takes 2h 14m, covering 784 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Santa Barbara range from $276 to $408, with an average of $327 over the past 12 months. Anything below $276 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 49% above the $327 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $261 round-trip via San Diego (SAN), compared to $327 for nonstop.

  • How are flight departures from Portland to Santa Barbara spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Portland to Santa Barbara flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Portland to Santa Barbara flights?

    Alaska Airlines is the only airline on the Portland to Santa Barbara route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Portland to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $103, which is 52% 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 Portland to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from Portland to Santa Barbara usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Sacramento Intl (SMF) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from Portland to Santa Barbara. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $297 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $457, a difference of $160.

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

  • What airlines fly from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    Only Alaska Airlines operates flights between Portland and Santa Barbara.

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

    Flying via Oakland (OAK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 50m, compared with 3h 52m via Sacramento Intl (SMF) and 4h 30m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Portland to Santa Barbara flights?

    Among airlines operating Portland to Santa Barbara flights:

    • Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Portland to Santa Barbara flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Portland 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 $297, about $160 less than Sunday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 58% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Santa Barbara trip for January. Fares historically average $236 round-trip in that month - typically $141 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through San Diego Airport (SAN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $261 round-trip on this route - about $65 less than direct flights (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

Prefer to fly direct from Portland to Santa Barbara?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Portland Airport to Santa Barbara Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Portland to Santa Barbara

Monday

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Tuesday

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Alaska Airlines

Wednesday

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Alaska Airlines

Thursday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Friday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Saturday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Sunday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

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Santa Barbara to Portland

Monday

Alaska Airlines

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Tuesday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Thursday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Friday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Saturday

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines

Sunday

Alaska Airlines

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