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

Flights from Santa Barbara to Hilo usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Hilo Intl (ITO).

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

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

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Santa Barbara to Hilo route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $644 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $778, a difference of $134. 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 long is a flight from Santa Barbara to Hilo?

A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Hilo takes 0h 00m, covering 2,374 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Barbara to Hilo?

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 Hilo 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 $487 to $1,587. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Santa Barbara and Hilo?

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

What car rental options are available at Hilo Intl Airport (ITO)?

Hilo Intl Airport (ITO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Thrifty • Hertz • Budget • Alamo

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Hilo

Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28

6:07 am - 3:21 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ITO Hilo Intl

11h 14m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

6:00 am - 11:39 pmITO Hilo Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

15h 39m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$487Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28

6:08 am - 8:13 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ITO Hilo Intl

17h 05m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

6:00 am - 11:47 pmITO Hilo Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

14h 47m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$496Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Wed, Oct 28

2:22 pm - 2:27 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ITO Hilo Intl

27h 05m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

6:00 am - 11:47 pmITO Hilo Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

14h 47m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$504Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Oct 26

6:08 am - 2:27 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ITO Hilo Intl

11h 19m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

6:49 pm - 1:45 pmITO Hilo Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

15h 56m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$518Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Oct 28

7:30 am - 3:21 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ITO Hilo Intl

10h 51m2 stops Portland Honolulu

6:49 pm - 11:47 pmITO Hilo Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

25h 58m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$518Multiple Airlines

Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Oct 29

6:08 am - 9:57 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ITO Hilo Intl

18h 49m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

6:49 pm - 1:45 pmITO Hilo Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

15h 56m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$520Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29

6:08 am - 5:46 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ITO Hilo Intl

14h 38m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

3:53 pm - 1:45 pmITO Hilo Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

18h 52m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$520Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29

2:22 pm - 3:21 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ITO Hilo Intl

27h 59m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

6:49 pm - 1:45 pmITO Hilo Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

15h 56m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$523Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Oct 27

6:08 am - 6:17 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ITO Hilo Intl

15h 09m2 stops San Diego Kahului

8:45 pm - 11:47 pmITO Hilo Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

24h 02m2 stops Honolulu San Diego

$536Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28

6:07 am - 9:56 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ITO Hilo Intl

17h 49m2 stops San Diego Honolulu

8:45 pm - 7:44 pmITO Hilo Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

20h 59m2 stops Honolulu Portland

$552Multiple Airlines

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When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Hilo

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

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Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Barbara to Hilo?
Flights from Santa Barbara to Hilo usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Hilo Intl (ITO).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Barbara to Hilo?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Santa Barbara to Hilo.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Barbara to Hilo?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Santa Barbara to Hilo route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $644 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $778, a difference of $134. 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 long is a flight from Santa Barbara to Hilo?
A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Hilo takes 0h 00m, covering 2,374 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Barbara to Hilo?
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 Hilo 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 $487 to $1,587. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Santa Barbara and Hilo?
Hilo is 3 hours behind Santa Barbara (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What car rental options are available at Hilo Intl Airport (ITO)?
Hilo Intl Airport (ITO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $28 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $644 - about $134 less than Thursday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Hilo Intl Airport.
- Grand Naniloa Hotel Hilo - a DoubleTree by Hilton
- Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
- Hilo Reeds Bay Hotel

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