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Cheapest round-trip
$309
Typical prices: $297-$458
United Airlines
Tue 10/23Fri 10/26
RNO - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$148
Typical prices: $159-$358
Delta
Wed 10/10
RNO - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Reno and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $276 (round-trip)
Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 3h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Reno to Santa Barbara (RNO-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Reno to Santa Barbara

Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
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4:20 pm - 9:56 pmRNO  Reno-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 36m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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2:05 pm - 5:36 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RNO Reno
3h 31m1 stop San Francisco
$309United Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sun, Jan 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:08 am - 11:39 pmRNO  Reno-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 31m1 stop San Diego
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2:14 pm - 9:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RNO Reno
6h 46m1 stop San Diego
$340Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
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2:42 pm - 1:45 pmRNO  Reno-SBA Santa Barbara
23h 03m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:08 am - 9:10 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RNO Reno
15h 02m1 stop San Diego
$348Alaska Airlines
Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 21
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7:30 am - 1:45 pmRNO  Reno-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 15m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:08 am - 9:10 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RNO Reno
15h 02m1 stop San Diego
$350Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
United Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 9:56 pmRNO  Reno-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 36m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 5:36 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RNO Reno
3h 31m1 stop San Francisco
$351United Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sun, Jan 17
United Airlines Logo
9:20 am - 5:02 pmRNO  Reno-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 42m2 stops San Francisco Los Angeles Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
9:50 am - 1:42 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RNO Reno
3h 52m1 stop San Francisco
$351United Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 12
United Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 9:56 pmRNO  Reno-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 31m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 11:46 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RNO Reno
5h 31m1 stop San Francisco
$351United Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
Southwest Logo
9:50 am - 1:50 pmRNO  Reno-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 00m1 stop San Diego
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2:05 pm - 7:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RNO Reno
5h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$361Southwest
Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 21
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5:30 am - 11:35 amRNO  Reno-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 05m1 stop San Diego
Southwest Logo
10:40 am - 4:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RNO Reno
6h 00m2 stops San Diego Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$365Southwest
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
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7:45 pm - 12:10 amRNO  Reno-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 11:10 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RNO Reno
5h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego
$366Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Reno to Santa Barbara flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Reno to Santa Barbara start at $309. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $297 to $458. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $309 on United Airlines.

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

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Reno to Santa Barbara, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 32% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February and March are the cheapest months to fly from Reno to Santa Barbara at $297 round-trip.
  • July ($764) and April ($696) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 157% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Reno to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$148
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 114% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.
Flight from Reno to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Reno to Santa Barbara

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

    Flights from Reno to Santa Barbara usually depart from Reno (RNO) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 6% of one-stop connections

    San Francisco (SFO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Reno to Santa Barbara route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 38%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $293 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $470: a $177 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    A nonstop flight from Reno to Santa Barbara takes 0h 00m, covering 351 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Reno 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 Reno 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 $309 to $1,047. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Reno to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $182, which is 20% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 49m, compared with 4h 09m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 4h 10m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • 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 Reno to Santa Barbara flight?

    Round-trip flights from Reno to Santa Barbara range from $297 to $458, with an average of $356 over the past 12 months. Anything below $297 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Reno 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 Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average $293 - about $177 less than Monday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Reno to Santa Barbara trip for February. Fares historically average $297 round-trip in that month - typically $467 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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