SBA - RDU

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Cheapest round-trip
$297
Typical prices: $356-$473
United Airlines
Sun 9/16Fri 9/21
SBA - RDU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$149
Typical prices: $229-$413
United Airlines
Sat 9/29
SBA - RDU • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Raleigh. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 14% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Diego (SAN)
Cheapest • Avg $395 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Raleigh (SBA-RDU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Raleigh

Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 21
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1:00 pm - 11:26 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:33 pm - 10:45 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 12m1 stop San Francisco
$297United Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 21
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1:00 pm - 11:26 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 26m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 1:44 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 44m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles
$302United Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
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6:00 am - 5:37 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 37m1 stop San Francisco
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6:44 am - 11:57 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 13m1 stop San Francisco
$317United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:44 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:25 am - 12:45 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$336American Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Sun, Sep 20
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:10 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 10m1 stop San Diego
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5:50 pm - 2:47 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SBA Santa Barbara
23h 57m1 stop San Diego
$340Alaska Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
Southwest Logo
1:50 pm - 12:50 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 12:10 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$347Southwest
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
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5:20 am - 5:10 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Nashville Intl
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5:20 am - 12:10 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$357Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 11:49 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RDU Raleigh-Durham
11h 04m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:06 pm - 6:58 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 52m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$358American Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 12
American Airlines Logo
12:32 pm - 11:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 11:46 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 26m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$365American Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 11
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:07 am - 5:44 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 37m1 stop San Diego
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5:24 pm - 11:39 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 15m1 stop San Diego
$421Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Raleigh flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Raleigh start at $297. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $356 to $473. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $297 on United Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Raleigh, it is 23% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Santa Barbara to Raleigh flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$149
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Raleigh

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Your Santa Barbara to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Raleigh usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

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

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

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

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

    • San Diego (SAN) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 6% of one-stop connections

    San Diego (SAN) 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 Raleigh?

    On the Santa Barbara to Raleigh route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 38%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $326 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $519: a $193 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Raleigh are Lenovo Center, Raleigh Convention Center and Crabtree Valley Mall. These are among the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Raleigh takes 0h 00m, covering 2,303 miles.

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

    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 Raleigh 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 $297 to $1,460. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Raleigh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $166, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 23m, compared with 7h 29m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 31m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

    Raleigh 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 Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Thrifty
    · Hertz
    · Alamo
    · Budget

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

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Raleigh range from $356 to $473, with an average of $423 over the past 12 months. Anything below $356 counts as a good deal.

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