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Cheapest round-trip
$255
Typical prices: $346-$546
Southwest
Sat 10/13Sat 10/20
SBA - TUS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$145
Typical prices: $206-$378
United Airlines
Fri 10/5
SBA - TUS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Tucson. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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June
Cheapest • 16% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $386 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 3h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson (SBA-TUS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Tucson

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:35 am - 10:45 amSBA  Santa Barbara-TUS Tucson
5h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:15 pm - 10:15 pmTUS  Tucson-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$255Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:35 am - 1:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TUS Tucson
7h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:25 pm - 9:10 pmTUS  Tucson-SBA Santa Barbara
3h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$260Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:35 am - 1:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TUS Tucson
7h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:05 am - 1:25 pmTUS  Tucson-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 20m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$265Southwest
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 20
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6:06 am - 10:54 amSBA  Santa Barbara-TUS Tucson
3h 48m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:51 pm - 9:58 pmTUS  Tucson-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 07m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$343American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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1:50 pm - 11:10 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TUS Tucson
8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:40 pm - 11:50 pmTUS  Tucson-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$362Southwest
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25
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5:30 am - 9:05 amSBA  Santa Barbara-TUS Tucson
3h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:45 am - 11:35 amTUS  Tucson-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 50m1 stop San Diego
$362Southwest
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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5:20 am - 10:15 amSBA  Santa Barbara-TUS Tucson
3h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:55 am - 1:15 pmTUS  Tucson-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 20m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl San Diego
$368Southwest
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25
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5:30 am - 9:05 amSBA  Santa Barbara-TUS Tucson
3h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:10 pm - 12:10 amTUS  Tucson-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 00m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$368Southwest
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 20
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6:06 am - 10:54 amSBA  Santa Barbara-TUS Tucson
3h 48m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:51 pm - 9:58 pmTUS  Tucson-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 07m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$374American Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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5:30 am - 9:05 amSBA  Santa Barbara-TUS Tucson
3h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:05 pm - 12:10 amTUS  Tucson-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$393Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Tucson flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson start at $255. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $346 to $546. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $255 on Southwest.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Tucson, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 118% 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 Tucson?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Tucson at $342 round-trip.
•February ($756) and September ($719) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 121% 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 Tucson flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$145
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson

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

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Tucson (TUS).

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

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

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 89% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 1% 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 Tucson?

    On the Santa Barbara to Tucson route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 58%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $372 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $884: a $512 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Tucson takes 0h 00m, covering 538 miles.

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

    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 Tucson 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 $255 to $1,219. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Tucson are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $326, which is 13% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 35m, compared with 4h 33m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 5h 21m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What car rental options are available at Tucson Airport (TUS)?

    Tucson Airport (TUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $22 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Hertz
    • Economy Rent a Car

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

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson range from $346 to $546, with an average of $405 over the past 12 months. Anything below $346 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara to Tucson 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 Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $372 - about $512 less than Sunday (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to Tucson trip for June. Fares historically average $342 round-trip in that month - typically $414 less than the most expensive month, which is February (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tucson Airport.
    - La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucson Airport
    - Baymont by Wyndham Tucson Airport
    - Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Tucson Air, AZ

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