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Cheapest round-trip
$337
Typical prices: $494-$664
United Airlines
Sun 9/9Sat 9/15
SBA - ATL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$169
Typical prices: $246-$493
United Airlines
Wed 9/19
SBA - ATL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Atlanta. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 29% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $363 (round-trip)
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Shortest trip • 6h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Atlanta (SBA-ATL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Atlanta

Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:15 am - 4:44 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 29m1 stop San Francisco
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8:45 am - 1:03 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
$337United Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
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1:00 pm - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:50 am - 12:54 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 04m1 stop Denver Intl
$337United Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Southwest Logo
9:45 am - 7:15 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:55 pm - 11:45 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$337Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
12:32 pm - 10:15 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 43m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:49 am - 11:46 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 57m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$337American Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:24 pm - 7:33 amSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 09m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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9:03 am - 6:34 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 31m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$337Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 6:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Austin Bergstrom
Southwest Logo
7:55 pm - 11:45 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$342Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:52 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
8h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:16 am - 6:15 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 59m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$342American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:52 pm - 7:30 amSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 38m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:10 pm - 4:59 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
25h 49m1 stop Portland
$353Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Nov 26
Delta Logo
12:47 pm - 11:21 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 34m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:45 am - 11:53 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 08m1 stop Salt Lake City
$375Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
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12:47 pm - 11:21 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 34m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:45 am - 11:53 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 08m1 stop Salt Lake City
$418Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Atlanta flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Atlanta start at $337. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $494 to $664. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $337 on United Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Atlanta, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 36% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Atlanta at $390 round-trip.
  • November ($779) and April ($656) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 99% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Santa Barbara to Atlanta flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$169
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 42% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Atlanta

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Barbara to Atlanta based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Santa Barbara to Atlanta 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 Santa Barbara to Atlanta?

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Atlanta usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $363 round-trip via San Francisco (SFO), compared to $619 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Santa Barbara to Atlanta?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 variants.

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 15% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Santa Barbara to Atlanta route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $499 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $748, a difference of $249. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Atlanta?

    Some of the most popular sights in Atlanta are Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Stadium and State Farm Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Atlanta on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Atlanta takes 0h 00m, covering 2,017 miles.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 12:00 am and lands at 12:00 am.

    The flight takes about 0h 00m.

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

    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 Santa Barbara to Atlanta 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 $337 to $2,677. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Atlanta are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $242, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 55m, compared with 6h 58m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 06m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)?

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $16 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    · Hertz
    · Europcar
    · Ace
    · Dollar

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Santa Barbara to Atlanta flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Atlanta range from $494 to $664, with an average of $547 over the past 12 months. Anything below $494 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara to Atlanta 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 Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $499 - about $249 less than Monday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to Atlanta trip for September. Fares historically average $390 round-trip in that month - typically $389 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through San Francisco Airport (SFO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $363 round-trip on this route - about $256 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 Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.
    - Sonesta Atlanta Airport South
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta Airport
    - La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Airport North

Everything you need to know for your flight from Santa Barbara to Atlanta

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Santa Barbara (SBA)
Atlanta (ATL)