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Cheapest round-trip
$343
Typical prices: $426-$596
American Airlines
Sat 12/1Fri 12/7
SBA - MIA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$172
Typical prices: $189-$313
American Airlines
Mon 12/3
SBA - MIA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Miami. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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July
Cheapest • 20% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $458 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 7h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Miami (SBA-MIA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Miami

Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
7:12 pm - 6:34 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 22m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 11:45 amMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$343American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
12:51 pm - 12:04 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:11 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$343American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
6:47 pm - 7:50 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
10h 03m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 5:28 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 43m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
$348United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 14m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:11 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 11m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$363American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 7:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
10h 30m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 5:28 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 43m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles
$391United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 6:15 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
9h 00m2 stops Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
7:35 am - 5:28 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 53m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
$393United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 7:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
11h 10m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Austin Bergstrom
Southwest Logo
11:35 am - 10:05 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 30m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
$455Southwest
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 7:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
11h 10m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Austin Bergstrom
Southwest Logo
11:35 am - 10:05 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 30m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
$471Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
Delta Logo
4:44 pm - 9:29 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
13h 45m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 12:05 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 05m1 stop Salt Lake City
$552Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 3:43 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
29h 14m1 stop Portland
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:46 pm - 2:39 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
24h 53m2 stops Portland San Diego
$637Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Miami flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Miami typically range from $426 to $596. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $343, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Miami. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 34% higher.

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

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Miami at $387 round-trip.
•May ($746) and September ($633) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 92% 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 Miami flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$172
Beat the crowds with an average 59% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 72% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to Miami

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Miami

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Miami takes 00m, covering 2,420 miles.

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

    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 Miami flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Miami range from $426 to $596, with an average of $486 over the past 12 months. Anything below $426 counts as a good deal.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Miami are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $286, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Miami Airport (MIA)?

    Miami Airport (MIA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Boutique Rent a Car
    • Alamo
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Miami usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Miami (MIA).

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Santa Barbara to Miami. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $451 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $652, a difference of $201.

    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 Miami?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 33m, compared with 8h 02m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 8h 17m via Denver Intl (DEN).

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

    Miami 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 Miami?

    Some of the most popular sights in Miami are Kaseya Center, Bayside Marketplace and Bayfront Park. These are among the most viewed places in Miami on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara to Miami 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $451, about $201 less than Monday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to Miami trip for July. Fares historically average $387 round-trip in that month - typically $359 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Miami Airport.

    • Pullman Miami Airport
    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Miami Airport East
    • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Miami Airport East By IHG

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