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Cheapest round-trip
$391
Typical prices: $395-$606
Alaska Airlines
Fri 12/7Mon 12/10
SBA - JFK • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$165
Typical prices: $245-$390
Alaska Airlines
Fri 12/7
SBA - JFK • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 32% price drop
June
Most popular
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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $462 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 8h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to John F Kennedy Intl (SBA-JFK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to John F Kennedy Intl

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:15 pm - 7:41 amSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
14h 26m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
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4:35 pm - 7:46 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
30h 11m1 stop Portland
$391Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
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10:09 am - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
9h 50m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:31 pm - 9:32 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
18h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$399Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 23
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6:07 am - 10:18 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
13h 11m1 stop San Diego
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5:28 pm - 11:39 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 11m1 stop San Diego
$399Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 11
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10:09 am - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
9h 50m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:01 pm - 1:38 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
24h 37m1 stop San Diego
$414Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:00 am - 7:41 amSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 41m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
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6:31 pm - 9:32 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
18h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$419Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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6:07 am - 10:18 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
13h 11m1 stop San Diego
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5:28 pm - 11:39 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 11m1 stop San Diego
$421Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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6:44 pm - 7:16 amSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
9h 32m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:28 pm - 11:39 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 11m1 stop San Diego
$425Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:00 am - 7:00 amSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 00m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:30 pm - 9:32 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
20h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$426Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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7:12 pm - 5:40 amSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 28m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:28 am - 3:56 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 28m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$451American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
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12:51 pm - 11:44 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
7h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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8:28 am - 3:56 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 28m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$451American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport typically range from $395 to $606. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $391, on Alaska Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 44% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport at $336 round-trip.
•November ($696) and December ($678) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 107% 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$165
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Barbara to John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 2,529 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport range from $395 to $606, with an average of $497 over the past 12 months. Anything below $395 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 $399 to $2,899. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $212, which is 33% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK)?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flights from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 91% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $418 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $719, a difference of $301.

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 07m, compared with 8h 23m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 8h 40m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Barbara and New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport are Times Square, New York City Center and Madison Square Garden. These are among the most viewed places in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $418, about $301 less than Sunday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $336 round-trip in that month - typically $360 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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