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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $392-$506
United Airlines
Mon 11/26Mon 12/3
TUL - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Tulsa and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 35% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $451 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Tulsa to Santa Barbara (TUL-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Tulsa to Santa Barbara

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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7:00 am - 1:12 pmTUL  Tulsa-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:00 pm - 8:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TUL Tulsa
5h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
$319United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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6:05 am - 12:10 pmTUL  Tulsa-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:55 am - 8:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TUL Tulsa
7h 55m2 stops San Diego Denver Intl
$324Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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5:45 am - 12:03 pmTUL  Tulsa-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 18m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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10:53 am - 9:56 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TUL Tulsa
9h 03m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18
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2:55 pm - 11:40 pmTUL  Tulsa-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 45m1 stop San Diego
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2:25 pm - 2:11 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TUL Tulsa
21h 46m1 stop San Diego
$372Alaska Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
American Airlines Logo
8:43 am - 12:00 pmTUL  Tulsa-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 17m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:30 pm - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TUL Tulsa
5h 29m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$408American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:05 pmTUL  Tulsa-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 05m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth San Diego
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6:00 am - 2:12 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TUL Tulsa
6h 12m1 stop San Diego
$424Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18
Southwest Logo
6:45 pm - 10:35 pmTUL  Tulsa-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:30 am - 5:30 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TUL Tulsa
10h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
$426Southwest
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
5:01 pm - 9:08 pmTUL  Tulsa-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:21 pm - 11:36 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TUL Tulsa
7h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$429United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18
Southwest Logo
6:45 pm - 11:50 pmTUL  Tulsa-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:30 am - 5:30 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TUL Tulsa
10h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
$500Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:35 pm - 10:05 pmTUL  Tulsa-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 1:35 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-TUL Tulsa
4h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
$637Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Tulsa to Santa Barbara flights

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

Round-trip flights from Tulsa to Santa Barbara typically range from $392 to $506. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319, on United Airlines.

Key details for Tulsa to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$319
Beat the crowds with an average 88% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Tulsa to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Tulsa to Santa Barbara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Tulsa to Santa Barbara based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Tulsa 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 Tulsa to Santa Barbara?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Tulsa to Santa Barbara takes 00m, covering 1,352 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Tulsa 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Tulsa to Santa Barbara range from $392 to $506, with an average of $459 over the past 12 months. Anything below $392 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Tulsa 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 $319 to $807. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 Tulsa to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from Tulsa to Santa Barbara usually depart from Tulsa (TUL) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Tulsa to Santa Barbara. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $380 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $599, a difference of $219.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 26m, compared with 5h 33m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 5h 34m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

    Santa Barbara is 2 hours behind Tulsa (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Tulsa 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $380, about $219 less than Wednesday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Tulsa to Santa Barbara trip for September. Fares historically average $298 round-trip in that month - typically $549 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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

More options for your flight from Tulsa to Santa Barbara

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