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Cheapest round-trip
$384
Typical prices: $404-$598
American Airlines
Wed 9/19Wed 9/26
SBA - MIA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$193
Typical prices: $189-$328
American Airlines
Sun 10/14
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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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 34% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $426 (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)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Miami

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
American Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 11:35 amMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$384American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 8:53 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 23m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 3:28 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 13m1 stop San Francisco
$385United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 10:34 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
6h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:20 am - 11:45 amMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$385American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
6:22 am - 9:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
12h 37m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 12:59 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
$390United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
United Airlines Logo
9:30 am - 8:53 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 23m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 5:28 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 58m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
$390United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
10:07 am - 9:27 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
8h 20m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 6:15 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 05m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$395American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10
Southwest Logo
9:45 am - 11:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
11h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Houston Hobby
Southwest Logo
11:35 am - 10:00 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
$409Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 6:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
9h 30m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Lambert-St Louis
Southwest Logo
4:10 pm - 11:15 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
$446Southwest
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
Delta Logo
4:50 pm - 5:49 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
9h 59m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
6:40 am - 4:09 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 29m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
$482Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 6:09 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MIA Miami
12h 47m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 11:47 pmMIA  Miami-SBA Santa Barbara
17h 22m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth San Diego
$490Alaska Airlines
Booking Insights

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 from Santa Barbara to Miami with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Miami start at $384. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $404 to $598. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $384 on American Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Miami, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 49% 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 Miami?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Miami at $320 round-trip.
  • May ($746) and November ($561) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 133% 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

$193
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
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 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 Miami?

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

  • 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.

  • 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) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) 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 Miami?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 45% on the Santa Barbara to Miami route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $402 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $727, a difference of $325. 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 Miami?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Miami takes 0h 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.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Barbara to Miami 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 $384 to $1,282. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 $270, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 7h 52m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 8h 22m 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 car rental options are available at Miami Airport (MIA)?

    Miami Airport (MIA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Boutique Rent a Car
    · Budget
    · Dollar
    · Alamo
    · Hertz

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

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Miami range from $404 to $598, with an average of $486 over the past 12 months. Anything below $404 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $402 - about $325 less than Saturday (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to Miami trip for September. Fares historically average $320 round-trip in that month - typically $426 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.
    - Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport
    - Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel & Executive Meeting Center
    - Pullman Miami Airport

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

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Santa Barbara (SBA)
Miami (MIA)