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$486
Typical prices: $540-$1,039
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SCE - SBA • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights from State College to Santa Barbara (SCE-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from State College to Santa Barbara

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:43 am - 1:19 pmSCE  State College University Park-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 5:03 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SCE State College University Park
9h 03m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$486United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:00 am - 1:19 pmSCE  State College University Park-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 19m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 am - 5:03 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SCE State College University Park
9h 03m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$492United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:00 am - 5:55 pmSCE  State College University Park-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 55m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco
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6:30 pm - 10:08 amSBA  Santa Barbara-SCE State College University Park
12h 38m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$539United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:00 am - 3:33 pmSCE  State College University Park-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 33m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco
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5:00 am - 11:44 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SCE State College University Park
15h 44m3 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$545United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
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2:50 pm - 10:46 pmSCE  State College University Park-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 56m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco
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9:35 am - 11:44 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SCE State College University Park
11h 09m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$551United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:43 am - 1:19 pmSCE  State College University Park-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:47 pm - 10:08 amSBA  Santa Barbara-SCE State College University Park
12h 21m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$584United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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2:50 pm - 10:46 pmSCE  State College University Park-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 56m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco
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5:00 am - 11:44 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SCE State College University Park
15h 44m3 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$595United Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Mon, Feb 22
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6:30 am - 1:20 pmSCE  State College University Park-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:42 pm - 10:00 amSBA  Santa Barbara-SCE State College University Park
12h 18m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$634United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 7
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2:50 pm - 9:28 pmSCE  State College University Park-SBA Santa Barbara
33h 38m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Jacksonville Denver Intl
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6:30 pm - 10:08 amSBA  Santa Barbara-SCE State College University Park
12h 38m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$698United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:00 am - 9:28 pmSCE  State College University Park-SBA Santa Barbara
18h 28m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Jacksonville Denver Intl
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6:47 pm - 10:08 amSBA  Santa Barbara-SCE State College University Park
12h 21m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
$699United Airlines
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How much is a round-trip flight from State College to Santa Barbara?

Round-trip flights from State College to Santa Barbara typically range from $540 to $1,039. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $486, on United Airlines.

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When to book flights from State College to Santa Barbara

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Your State College to Santa Barbara 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 State College to Santa Barbara?

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

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

    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 State College to Santa Barbara 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 $486 to $1,906. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

    Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from State College to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from State College to Santa Barbara usually depart from State College University Park (SCE) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

    Most connecting flights from State College to Santa Barbara pass through Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 62% on flights from State College to Santa Barbara. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $404 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $1,039, a difference of $635.

    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 is the time difference between State College and Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara is 3 hours behind State College (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking State College to Santa Barbara 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $404, about $635 less than Monday fares (61% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Barbara Airport.

    • The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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