SBA - MSP

$159 Find Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis departing on 3/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$317
Overall average: $389
Delta
Wed 4/15Sat 4/18
SBA - MSP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$159
Typical prices: $244-$419
United Airlines
Wed 3/25
SBA - MSP • 1 stop
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Delta
Cheapest • from $317 (round-trip)
Southwest
Best reviews • 8.0 score
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Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Minneapolis. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Dallas (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $332 (round-trip)
Phoenix (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 36m (one-way)
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August
Cheapest • 26% price drop
May
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis (SBA-MSP)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis

Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
Delta Logo
12:39 pm - 8:51 pm
SBA
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MSP
6h 12m
1 stop
Delta Logo
8:15 am - 11:59 am
MSP
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SBA
5h 44m
1 stop
$317Delta
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
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12:39 pm - 8:51 pm
SBA
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MSP
6h 12m
1 stop
Delta Logo
12:59 pm - 10:48 pm
MSP
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SBA
11h 49m
2 stops
$322Delta
Wed, Apr 22 - Sat, Apr 25
American Airlines Logo
6:27 am - 10:22 pm
SBA
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MSP
13h 55m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
8:19 am - 6:08 pm
MSP
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SBA
11h 49m
2 stops
$327American Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
American Airlines Logo
6:27 am - 11:16 pm
SBA
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MSP
14h 49m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:48 pm - 11:19 pm
MSP
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SBA
11h 31m
2 stops
$333American Airlines
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:35 pm
SBA
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MSP
5h 35m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:37 pm - 11:58 pm
MSP
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SBA
8h 21m
1 stop
$337United Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
Delta Logo
4:53 pm - 11:57 pm
SBA
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MSP
5h 04m
1 stop
Delta Logo
12:59 pm - 10:48 pm
MSP
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SBA
11h 49m
2 stops
$342Delta
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
American Airlines Logo
6:27 am - 11:16 pm
SBA
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MSP
14h 49m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:48 pm - 11:19 pm
MSP
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SBA
11h 31m
2 stops
$347American Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
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12:26 pm - 11:59 pm
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MSP
9h 33m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:59 pm - 11:19 pm
MSP
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SBA
10h 20m
2 stops
$348American Airlines
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:35 pm
SBA
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MSP
5h 35m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 5:37 pm
MSP
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SBA
9h 37m
2 stops
$356United Airlines
Wed, Apr 1 - Wed, Apr 8
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:35 pm
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MSP
5h 35m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 5:37 pm
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SBA
9h 37m
2 stops
$358United Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Santa Barbara to Minneapolis flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis is August, where tickets cost $367 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,006 and $678 respectively.

Good to know

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$159
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 103% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 23% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis

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

  • What is the cheapest flight from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis was $159 for a one-way ticket and $317 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Santa Barbara and Minneapolis?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Santa Barbara and Minneapolis, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $573 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $367 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Minneapolis from Santa Barbara is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Minneapolis with an airline and back to Santa Barbara with another airline. Booking your flights between Santa Barbara and MSP can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Minneapolis from Santa Barbara up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Santa Barbara to Minneapolis? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4308 reviews
8.6Crew
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
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Flight boarded late after announcing on time boarding. Flight arrived only a little late despite late departure. Had trouble connecting to WiFi

4.0 OkayEmma, Mar 2026
LAX - PHX
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Flight boarded late after announcing on time boarding. Flight arrived only a little late despite late departure. Had trouble connecting to WiFi

The Southwest experience has definitely taken a dive from its early days. You can no longer deferentiate from other airlines. Air travel is too expensive. Southwest is no longer budget friendly. They have lost me as a loyal customer.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

The seats are now more narrow. I paid for front row the seats in the front are even more narrow than before.

My flight from Denver to Minneapolis was excellent. My flight from Minneapolis to Denver was one of the worst I flights I have ever experienced. I had a window seat, the gentleman in the middle seat was morbidly obese and SW should have made him purchase two seats. His elbow dug into my arm most of the way even after I asked to please be careful. I was literally squashed between the him and the window with no wiggle room. The plane was full so it was not possible to ask for a different seat. I realize I should have complained to the flight attendant but I didn't feel anything could be done to rectify the situation. I fly SW often, I will continue to do so as this was my first negative experience.

The wifi on the plane is great. The only issue that I have is that I prefer an aisle seat and on my trips this week, I was either in the middle or window. If we can work to secure aisle seating, I will be thrilled. Nice trip.

Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

We got exit row seats both flights. Everything was running on time

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

My seatback screen didn’t work so that sucked because that’s what I was going to do on the plane.

An awesome flight crew. FC seat cushion just doesn’t cut it for a 3+ hour flight.

The staff was frielndly. The plane was terrible, it was too small and should be decommissioned. There were no back seat screens at all. The only beverages we had a choice from was coffee, tea or water. The only bathroom in the back was behind the flight attendant's jump seat and wasn't working. And I literally felt like I was sitting on top of the guy next to me. It was terribly hot in the plane and we had to sit on the tarmac in Chicago for 1/2 hour due to congestion in Mpls. Wouldn't they have know that before they even boarded us so that we could have sat in comfort in the terminal?

was sitting in the jet bridge for 10 minutes in -20 degree weather waiting for my bag

Flight taking off must have been behind, because there was no pre-departure drink for first class like normal. Also, person in front of mine’s seat got stuck in the as far back as it normally goes position for the whole flight even during landing, flight attendant unable to fix it. Gate was not empty when we arrived, but that is MSP’s fault since was overdue for push back, not Delta’s, so had to sit on tarmac for a while and international flight so then still had to go through customs. Flight crew was excellent throughout though!

Probably not the fault of Delta but there was delay after delay after delay and I ended up getting home 4 hours later then I should have at 1:30 in the morning

The gate attendants and the crew were terrible. Because of high winds, they needed to carry more fuel, so they had to get volunteers to take the next flight at 6 am the next day. They did a terrible job of it - our flight ended up taking off just under 3 hours of the scheduled time. I hope to never fly Delta again.

Did not realize internet screen was hidden between seats and no info printed!!!!

Good seats in Main cabin, excellent service and excellent landing

Our flight from SFO to MSP was right on time on 11/15/2025. No delays. As we approached MSP at about 8 pm, we circled in the air until 8:40 pm so I don't call that efficient for MSP. I think the captain should announce the delay and why. (as if we all don't know that we are just circling around the area, slowing down, speeding up, slowing down.) Thank you. Marilyn Fischer

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Complimentary light meal would be appreciated. But great flight crew service on all legs

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

Women boarding passengers at the gate was absolutely rude and disrespectful of passengers. The flight attendant was absolutely delightful! Smiling and connected with the passengers. So happy. The seats are cramped and uncomfortable but I guess that’s just the way it is Communication regarding flight was excellent

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

Flight delayed. WiFi connectivity very poor if not existant. Last minute arrival forced me to run to catch my connection.

Terrible. No customer service, no food, no drinks on a 6 hour premier economy booking.

I was fully checked in the prior night and i was unchecked and then didn’t have a seat when I boarded. Instead of an aisle seat, I was out in the middle seat of the very last row of the plane.

My seat was assigned last row behind restrooms No legroom’s I’m very Pettit Still was not comfortable Food choice was excellent

The chicken wrap was tiny ($13 for what looked like a 1/3 of a normal wrap?) and disgusting.

Mediocre would be best description. Food bland. Seat biz class uncomfortable to sleep. Crew never dimmed lights completely in an overnight flight to Europe. Would avoid AA if possible.

Small plane, poor meal choices for first class, bad terminal and boarding experience at LAX

Massimo, flight attendant was very authentic, attentive - wonderful. Food/wrap was just okay.

Experience was great. The best part is the free Wi-Fi connection which helps me to work on the flight

The flight was fine. It's the satellite terminal that supports American eagle flights is what sucks. There is only one food option and everything there is way overpriced. I mean I know it's airport pricing, but it's even crazier than that. I bought a sandwich in a plastic container for $18.

The flight was really crowded. Flight attendants were just ok.

Flight was delayed for 2 hours, then last minute the change to on time. The satélite location is far and a nightmare to get to.

We flew in first class. The crew did not offer drinks before the flight took off, but they treated us well during the flight. The food was excellent. There was actually too much food served, but it was nice to have all the options.

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