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Cheapest round-trip
$303
Typical prices: $404-$630
Alaska Airlines
Mon 12/3Sun 12/9
SBA - BOS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$152
Typical prices: $207-$436
American Airlines
Mon 12/17
SBA - BOS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Boston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 28% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $292 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Boston (SBA-BOS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Boston

Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:09 am - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BOS Boston Logan Intl
10h 50m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:56 pm - 7:46 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
29h 50m1 stop Portland
$303Alaska Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 24
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6:07 am - 5:03 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 56m1 stop San Diego
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5:45 pm - 11:12 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 27m1 stop San Diego
$303Alaska Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 3:31 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 31m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:50 pm - 7:50 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 00m1 stop San Francisco
$303United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
4:51 pm - 6:19 amSBA  Santa Barbara-BOS Boston Logan Intl
10h 28m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
9:05 am - 4:07 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 02m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
$308Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
12:49 pm - 12:13 amSBA  Santa Barbara-BOS Boston Logan Intl
8h 24m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 4:07 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 02m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City
$308Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 9:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BOS Boston Logan Intl
12h 45m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Lambert-St Louis
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 1:40 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 10m2 stops Baltimore/Washington San Diego
$313Southwest
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 11:46 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BOS Boston Logan Intl
8h 01m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:36 am - 12:00 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 24m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$335American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
6:06 am - 4:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BOS Boston Logan Intl
7h 39m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:36 am - 12:00 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 24m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$335American Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 6:06 amSBA  Santa Barbara-BOS Boston Logan Intl
8h 36m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 12:59 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
$335United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 7:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BOS Boston Logan Intl
10h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego
Southwest Logo
8:50 am - 7:00 pmBOS  Boston Logan Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 10m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$377Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Boston flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Boston typically range from $404 to $630. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $303, on Alaska Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Boston. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

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

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Boston at $363 round-trip.
•July ($586) and June ($579) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Santa Barbara to Boston the cheapest?

Flights from Santa Barbara to Boston are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 53% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Santa Barbara to Boston flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$152
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 57% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to Boston

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Boston

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Boston takes 00m, covering 2,661 miles.

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

    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 Santa Barbara to Boston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Boston range from $404 to $630, with an average of $502 over the past 12 months. Anything below $404 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 48% above the $502 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Barbara to Boston 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 $303 to $1,490. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Boston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $180, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS)?

    Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $77 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Sixt

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Barbara to Boston?

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Boston usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Santa Barbara to Boston. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $446 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $600, a difference of $154.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 56m, compared with 8h 05m via Los Angeles (LAX) and 8h 11m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

    Boston 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 popular places can I visit in Boston?

    Some of the most popular sights in Boston are TD Garden, Fenway Park and Boston Common. These are among the most viewed places in Boston on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara to Boston 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $446, about $154 less than Monday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 53% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to Boston trip for August. Fares historically average $363 round-trip in that month - typically $223 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 Boston Logan Intl Airport.

    • Hyatt Regency Boston Harbor
    • Hilton Garden Inn Boston Logan Airport
    • Hilton Boston Logan Airport

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