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Cheapest round-trip
$382
Typical prices: $507-$816
United Airlines
Sat 10/20Wed 10/24
SBA - RIC • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$280
Typical prices: $253-$454
American Airlines
Thu 10/4
SBA - RIC • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Richmond. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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July
Cheapest • 23% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $382 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond (SBA-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Richmond

Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:00 am - 11:42 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
15h 42m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
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6:20 am - 12:44 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$382United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:00 am - 11:42 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
15h 42m2 stops Denver Intl Newark
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1:00 pm - 9:56 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
$387United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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4:21 pm - 9:56 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
14h 35m2 stops San Francisco Newark
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6:20 am - 12:44 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$406United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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4:21 pm - 9:56 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
14h 35m2 stops San Francisco Newark
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9:50 am - 9:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 20m2 stops Newark Denver Intl
$411United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:00 am - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
14h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:20 am - 12:44 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$531United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:00 am - 3:06 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:20 am - 12:44 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$538United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:00 am - 3:06 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:00 pm - 9:56 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 56m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Los Angeles
$543United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:22 am - 9:10 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
11h 48m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:20 am - 12:44 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$546United Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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4:50 pm - 9:46 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
13h 56m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:17 pm - 10:08 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 51m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City
$549Delta
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:00 am - 9:10 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
13h 10m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:38 am - 9:10 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
13h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$551United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Richmond flights

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond start at $382. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $507 to $816. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $382 on United Airlines.

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Key details for Santa Barbara to Richmond flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$280
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 35% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond

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

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) 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 Richmond?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 59% on the Santa Barbara to Richmond route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $546 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,308, a difference of $762. 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 Richmond?

    Some of the most popular sights in Richmond are Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Hippodrome Theater and St. John's Episcopal Church. These are among the most viewed places in Richmond on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Richmond takes 0h 00m, covering 2,366 miles.

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

    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 Richmond 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 $382 to $908. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Richmond are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $452, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 32m, compared with 7h 42m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 48m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Richmond 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 Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC)?

    Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $32 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond range from $507 to $816, with an average of $656 over the past 12 months. Anything below $507 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara to Richmond 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 Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $546 - about $762 less than Friday (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to Richmond trip for July. Fares historically average $507 round-trip in that month - typically $589 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport.
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Richmond Airport
    - Candlewood Suites Richmond Airport By IHG
    - Super 8 by Wyndham Richmond Airport VA

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