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Cheapest round-trip
$213
Typical prices: $358-$509
Southwest
Wed 10/31Sat 11/3
SBA - TPA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$157
Typical prices: $206-$358
American Airlines
Sat 10/13
SBA - TPA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Tampa. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 17% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Diego (SAN)
Cheapest • Avg $370 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Tampa (SBA-TPA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Tampa

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
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6:15 am - 7:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa
10h 10m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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3:40 pm - 8:40 pmTPA  Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$213Southwest
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
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6:15 am - 7:05 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa
9h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:25 pm - 10:00 pmTPA  Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$214Southwest
Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 3
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6:15 am - 7:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa
10h 10m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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12:45 pm - 8:40 pmTPA  Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 55m2 stops Nashville Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$219Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 7
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6:00 am - 4:08 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa
7h 08m1 stop San Diego
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7:25 pm - 11:47 pmTPA  Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 22m1 stop San Diego
$295Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 14
United Airlines Logo
6:22 am - 5:23 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa
8h 01m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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3:27 pm - 10:51 pmTPA  Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 24m1 stop San Francisco
$313United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Wed, Oct 14
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6:22 am - 5:23 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa
8h 01m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
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12:25 pm - 9:56 pmTPA  Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 31m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
$318United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13
American Airlines Logo
6:47 pm - 5:00 amSBA  Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa
7h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:05 am - 12:45 pmTPA  Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$329American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 6:22 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa
25h 00m1 stop San Diego
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7:25 pm - 11:47 pmTPA  Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 22m1 stop San Diego
$329Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10
Delta Logo
4:50 pm - 5:46 amSBA  Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa
9h 56m1 stop Salt Lake City
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6:31 am - 4:06 pmTPA  Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 35m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
$338Delta
Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13
American Airlines Logo
6:47 pm - 5:00 amSBA  Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa
7h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 12:45 pmTPA  Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$343American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Tampa flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Santa Barbara to Tampa with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Tampa start at $213. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $358 to $509. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $213 on Southwest.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Tampa, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 27% 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 Tampa?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Tampa at $380 round-trip.
  • November ($583) and October ($581) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 53% 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 Tampa flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$157
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Tampa

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

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Tampa usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Tampa (TPA).

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

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

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% 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 Tampa?

    On the Santa Barbara to Tampa route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 27%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $426 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $581: a $155 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Tampa?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tampa are Raymond James Stadium, Tampa Convention Center and Tampa Riverwalk. These are among the most viewed places in Tampa on KAYAK.

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Tampa takes 0h 00m, covering 2,235 miles.

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

    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 Tampa 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 $213 to $941. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Tampa are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $182, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 45m, compared with 7h 10m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 7h 24m via Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX).

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

    Tampa 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 Tampa Airport (TPA)?

    Tampa Airport (TPA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Priceless
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Tampa range from $358 to $509, with an average of $457 over the past 12 months. Anything below $358 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara to Tampa 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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $426 - about $155 less than Monday (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to Tampa trip for August. Fares historically average $380 round-trip in that month - typically $203 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tampa Airport.
    - La Quinta Inn Tampa Airport Stadium Westshore
    - Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay
    - Hilton Tampa Airport Westshore

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