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Cheapest round-trip
$262
Typical prices: $386-$601
United Airlines
Sat 11/10Wed 11/14
SBA - LGA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$134
Typical prices: $224-$387
United Airlines
Sun 11/11
SBA - LGA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and New York. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Top routes
SBA - EWR
Cheapest • 6% average savings
SBA - JFK
Most popular
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 37% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $361 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 8h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to New York (SBA-NYC)

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

Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to New York

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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5:00 am - 5:27 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:15 am - 12:54 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$262United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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5:00 am - 5:27 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:15 am - 12:54 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$262United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:44 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 11:45 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$267American Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
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12:35 pm - 11:44 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 11:45 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$267American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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12:35 pm - 11:37 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
8h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 11:45 amLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$267American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:00 am - 6:57 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 57m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Houston George Bush Intcntl
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7:15 am - 12:54 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$268United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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12:45 pm - 11:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 10m1 stop Salt Lake City
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9:30 am - 4:03 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 33m1 stop Salt Lake City
$297Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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4:50 pm - 6:00 amSBA  Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
10h 10m1 stop Salt Lake City
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6:00 am - 12:00 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 00m1 stop Salt Lake City
$297Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:15 am - 8:30 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
11h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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3:50 pm - 9:20 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$371Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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10:55 am - 11:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia
9h 30m2 stops San Diego Denver Intl
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2:30 pm - 11:50 pmLGA  New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 20m2 stops Houston Hobby Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$397Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to New York flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to New York start at $262. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $386 to $601. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $262 on United Airlines.

What is the cheapest Santa Barbara to New York flight route?

There's little price difference between Santa Barbara to New York routes. They average around $496 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to New York, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 17% 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 New York?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to New York at $307 round-trip.
•December ($567) and July ($559) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 84% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Santa Barbara to New York the cheapest?

Flights from Santa Barbara to New York are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Santa Barbara to New York flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$134
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
Flight from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to New York

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

    Flights from Santa Barbara to New York usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and may arrive at several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Barbara to New York?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Barbara to New York:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 51% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 6% 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 New York?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Santa Barbara to New York route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $437 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $576, a difference of $139. 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 New York?

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

  • How expensive are last-minute Santa Barbara to New York flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 20% above the route average of $489. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Santa Barbara to New York?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to New York takes 0h 00m, covering 2,517 miles.

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

    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 are flight prices from Santa Barbara to New York looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to New York are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $142, which is 55% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Santa Barbara to New York?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 01m, compared with 8h 06m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 8h 22m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Barbara and New York?

    New York 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 in New York?

    Since New York is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) — daily rates from around $21:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

    Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) — daily rates from around $16:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Avis

    Near Newark Airport (EWR) — daily rates from around $28:

    • Ace
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Hertz

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

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to New York range from $386 to $601, with an average of $489 over the past 12 months. Anything below $386 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara to New York 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 Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $437 - about $139 less than Monday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to New York trip for January. Fares historically average $307 round-trip in that month - typically $260 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Newark Airport.
    - Hampton Inn by Hilton Newark Airport
    - Holiday Inn Newark International Airport By IHG
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Airport

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