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Cheapest round-trip
$497
Typical prices: $510-$701
Alaska Airlines
Thu 1/25Sun 1/28
SBA - LIH • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Lihue. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 31% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $560 (round-trip)
Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 8h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Lihue (SBA-LIH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Lihue

Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28
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6:07 am - 5:03 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LIH Lihue
12h 56m1 stop San Diego
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6:00 am - 11:39 pmLIH  Lihue-SBA Santa Barbara
15h 39m2 stops Honolulu San Diego
$497Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:00 am - 2:16 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LIH Lihue
10h 16m1 stop San Diego
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6:00 am - 11:33 pmLIH  Lihue-SBA Santa Barbara
15h 33m2 stops Honolulu San Diego
$497Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
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6:07 am - 5:03 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LIH Lihue
12h 56m1 stop San Diego
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10:30 am - 11:39 pmLIH  Lihue-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 09m1 stop San Diego
$500Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:06 am - 4:22 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LIH Lihue
12h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:35 pm - 9:32 amLIH  Lihue-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 57m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$500American Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28
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6:02 am - 4:01 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LIH Lihue
11h 59m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:35 pm - 11:58 amLIH  Lihue-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 23m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$500American Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28
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2:18 pm - 12:09 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LIH Lihue
23h 51m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
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8:15 am - 11:39 pmLIH  Lihue-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 24m2 stops Honolulu San Diego
$503Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 5
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6:07 am - 5:03 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LIH Lihue
12h 56m1 stop San Diego
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7:18 pm - 7:47 pmLIH  Lihue-SBA Santa Barbara
22h 29m2 stops Honolulu Portland
$506Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28
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6:07 am - 3:35 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LIH Lihue
11h 28m1 stop San Diego
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11:08 am - 11:39 pmLIH  Lihue-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 31m2 stops Honolulu San Diego
$506Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 16
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6:03 am - 12:52 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LIH Lihue
8h 49m1 stop Los Angeles
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11:55 pm - 10:05 amLIH  Lihue-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 10m1 stop San Francisco
$530United Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28
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1:58 pm - 10:44 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LIH Lihue
10h 46m1 stop San Francisco
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11:59 pm - 12:02 pmLIH  Lihue-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 03m1 stop San Francisco
$570United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Lihue flights

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

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Lihue. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 75% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Lihue at $416 round-trip.
•July ($848) and June ($735) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 103% 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 Lihue flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$497
Beat the crowds with an average 74% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 82% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Lihue

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Lihue

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Lihue takes 00m, covering 2,534 miles.

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

    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 Lihue flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Lihue range from $510 to $701, with an average of $602 over the past 12 months. Anything below $510 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Barbara to Lihue 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 $497 to $4,116. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Lihue Airport (LIH)?

    Lihue Airport (LIH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $64 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Lihue usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Lihue (LIH).

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 52% on flights from Santa Barbara to Lihue. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $512 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,057, a difference of $545.

    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 Lihue?

    Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 10m, compared with 9h 23m via San Diego (SAN) and 9h 31m via San Francisco (SFO).

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

    Lihue is 2 hours behind Santa Barbara (Hawaii-Aleutian Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Lihue?

    Some of the most popular sights in Lihue are Kalapaki Beach and Nawiliwili Park. These are among the most viewed places in Lihue on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara to Lihue 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $512, about $545 less than Friday fares (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to Lihue trip for April. Fares historically average $416 round-trip in that month - typically $432 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 Lihue Airport.

    • Kaua'i Palms Hotel
    • Marriott's Kauai Lagoons - Kalanipu'u
    • Marriott's Kaua'i Beach Club

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