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Cheapest round-trip
$373
Typical prices: $507-$816
Southwest
Sun 12/9Sat 12/15
SBA - RIC • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$193
Typical prices: $293-$458
United Airlines
Sun 12/9
SBA - RIC • 1 stop
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

Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:00 am - 9:20 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
12h 20m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington
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6:05 am - 1:40 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 35m2 stops Baltimore/Washington San Diego
$373Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
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1:00 pm - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:05 am - 12:53 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
$385United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 5:28 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 28m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 12:53 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
$390United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
4:51 pm - 9:42 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
13h 51m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:50 am - 10:20 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
$472Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
United Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 12:53 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 48m1 stop Denver Intl
$515United Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 10:41 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:54 am - 7:19 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 25m2 stops Philadelphia Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$520American Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Thu, Dec 17
United Airlines Logo
2:21 pm - 12:45 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:26 am - 5:39 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
$609United Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Thu, Dec 17
United Airlines Logo
10:53 am - 12:45 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
10h 52m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:26 am - 5:39 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
$614United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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1:56 pm - 12:34 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:10 am - 12:54 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$621United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
1:56 pm - 12:34 amSBA  Santa Barbara-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:29 am - 7:53 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 24m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
$626United 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 typically range from $507 to $816. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $373, on Southwest.

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Key details for Santa Barbara to Richmond flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$193
Beat the crowds with an average 81% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 52% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to Richmond

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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Richmond takes 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 $373 to $2,243. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $259, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • 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).

  • 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) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 59% on flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond. 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.

  • 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 55m 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 popular places can I visit in Richmond?

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

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 are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $546, about $762 less than Friday fares (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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