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Cheapest round-trip
$163
Typical prices: $336-$593
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/1Sat 10/6
PHX - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$182
Typical prices: $280-$536
United Airlines
Mon 10/15Thu 10/18
SFO - SBA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, Southwest and others. Average duration is 1h 53m.
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Recent round-trip flight deals to Santa Barbara

Thu, Oct 1 - Tue, Oct 6
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8:21 am - 2:47 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 26m1 stop San Diego
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2:22 pm - 8:34 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
6h 12m1 stop San Diego
$163Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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8:21 am - 1:45 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 24m1 stop San Diego
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2:22 pm - 9:05 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
6h 43m1 stop San Diego
$173Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 19
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6:45 am - 11:55 amSFO  San Francisco-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 10m1 stop San Diego
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2:40 pm - 6:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SFO San Francisco
3h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$181Southwest
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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8:30 am - 1:15 pmSFO  San Francisco-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 45m1 stop San Diego
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3:15 pm - 9:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SFO San Francisco
6h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$181Southwest
Sat, Sep 26 - Sun, Sep 27
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10:35 am - 11:52 amSFO  San Francisco-SBA Santa Barbara
1h 17mnonstop
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8:30 pm - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SFO San Francisco
3h 29m1 stop Los Angeles
$182United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
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9:30 pm - 10:51 pmSFO  San Francisco-SBA Santa Barbara
1h 21mnonstop
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6:15 am - 7:29 amSBA  Santa Barbara-SFO San Francisco
1h 14mnonstop
$182United Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
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6:29 pm - 11:47 pmSFO  San Francisco-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 18m1 stop San Diego
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6:08 am - 12:41 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SFO San Francisco
6h 33m1 stop San Diego
$183Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Sep 30
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7:08 am - 2:47 pmSFO  San Francisco-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 39m1 stop San Diego
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3:26 pm - 8:46 amSBA  Santa Barbara-SFO San Francisco
17h 20m1 stop San Diego
$183Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Oct 31
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5:30 am - 12:00 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 30m1 stop Salt Lake City
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4:50 pm - 10:05 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 15m1 stop Salt Lake City
$267Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
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9:42 am - 4:06 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 24m1 stop Salt Lake City
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12:40 pm - 7:02 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
6h 22m1 stop Salt Lake City
$267Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for United States to Santa Barbara flights

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

What is the cheapest flight to Santa Barbara?

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Santa Barbara is the cheapest route at $163 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. San Francisco to Santa Barbara is the most popular connection with round-trip deals from $181.

How much is a flight to Santa Barbara?

A round-trip flight to Santa Barbara costs $448 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from San Diego average $211, while Portland runs a bit higher at $325.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Santa Barbara?

Saturday is the cheapest day to fly to Santa Barbara at $426 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Sunday is the most expensive at $504.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara with an average price of $400 round-trip.
  • July ($502) and June ($499) are the most expensive.
  • Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Santa Barbara?

Night flights to Santa Barbara are the cheapest at $429 round-trip on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $475.

What is a good deal for flights to Santa Barbara?

Flights under $336 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Santa Barbara at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:

  • San Diego $157
  • Seattle $233
  • Portland $252
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When are flights to Santa Barbara the cheapest?

Flights to Santa Barbara are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight to Santa Barbara

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on Hawaiian Airlines

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines and Alaska Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Key details for flights to Santa Barbara

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$59
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara

When to book flights to Santa Barbara

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Your questions about flights to Santa Barbara, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Can I use public transportation to go from Santa Barbara Airport to the city’s downtown?

    If you would like to use public transportation to travel from Santa Barbara Airport to the city center, it is best to take the local bus. You will find a public bus stop on Moffett Road directly across from the Arrivals terminal, and this line will take you to State Street. One-way tickets cost $1.75.

  • Which hotels are closest to Santa Barbara Airport?

    For travelers wishing to stay in a casual hotel, select the Hampton Inn, which is less than 2 miles from Santa Barbara Airport and 12 miles from the popular El Capitan State Beach. To have a more luxurious experience, book a room with the 4-star Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, which is a 20-minute drive from the airport and is directly across the street from East Beach.

  • Does Santa Barbara Airport have any complimentary phones for travelers?

    If you need to make a call to a local number, head to the Arrivals terminal of Santa Barbara Airport in order to use one of the TDD Courtesy Phones. These phones can call all local numbers for free, and they can also connect you with an operator.

  • Is there anywhere to smoke at Santa Barbara Airport?

    Santa Barbara Airport prides itself on being completely smoke-free, meaning that you will not find any smoking rooms inside of its terminals. If you need to smoke a cigarette or use a smoking device, you will have to leave the main building and stand a minimum of 50 feet from its doors.

  • Which flight options do I have from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

    For passengers flying from Seattle to Santa Barbara, consider flying with a direct or connecting flight. If you are hurrying to Santa Barbara, consider flying with Alaska Airlines since they offer direct flights to SBA. For passengers who want flights with one layover stop, consider flying with Southwest Airlines, American, or United.

  • Which cities in the United States offer direct flights to Santa Barbara?

    Various cities in the United States offer direct flights to Santa Barbara Airport. For instance, those in Phoenix (PHX) and Dallas (DFW) can board American Airlines, while those in Las Vegas (LAS), Denver (DEN), and Oakland (OAK) can fly with Southwest Airlines. Additionally, you can board United Airlines in San Francisco (SFO) and Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which services does Santa Barbara Airport offer to passengers with disabilities?

    Santa Barbara Airport ensures passengers flying into and from the airport have a great experience. The airport provides passengers with the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program to help those with disabilities. SBA also allows passengers with disabilities to be accompanied by a service animal. There is also a relief area for service animals outside the north entrance of the terminal.

  • Which means of transport is more convenient for those who want to explore Santa Barbara?

    Passengers who want to enjoy the freedom of driving in Santa Barbara should consider renting a car at Santa Barbara Airport. You will find various car rental providers at the rental center at the arrivals terminal near the baggage claim. These providers include National, Avis, Hertz, and Budget.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Santa Barbara?

    United Airlines operates the most flights from the United States to Santa Barbara at 66 per week, and for this route United Airlines is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Santa Barbara. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • How long are nonstop flights to Santa Barbara from different departure cities?

    Nonstop flight time to Santa Barbara varies depending on your departure city:
    • from Los Angeles: 0h 54m
    • from Portland: 2h 11m
    • from San Diego: 0h 55m
    • from Seattle: 2h 28m
    • from Oakland: 1h 10m

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to Santa Barbara?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Santa Barbara are from:
    • Phoenix, from $163 round-trip

  • How many flights serve Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara receives 29 flights per day and 202 per week from across the world. San Francisco has the most flights to Santa Barbara, with 33 weekly flights.

  • How do I know if a flight to Santa Barbara is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Santa Barbara is around $336 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Santa Barbara?

    Last-minute fares to Santa Barbara – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 41% above the average round-trip fare of $448.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Santa Barbara, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to Santa Barbara, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $336 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to Santa Barbara around February. Round-trip fares historically average $400 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to evening to save up to $46 per round-trip. Evening flights to Santa Barbara average $429 compared to $475 for morning flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to Santa Barbara, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, United Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, Alaska Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and Southwest includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • If you have a question about the city or some of the airport’s amenities, stop by the Visitor Information Desk in the baggage claim of Santa Barbara Airport (SBA). This desk is run by Santa Barbara Chamber of Commerce volunteers who will provide you with recommendations for what to see in the area as well as free maps.
  • Santa Barbara Airport is known for being small and easy to navigate, meaning that only several major airlines provide direct flights to this location. If you want to ensure that you do not have a layover and are only looking at direct flights to Santa Barbara, book your reservation with Alaska, American, Frontier, or United Airlines.
  • Having a friend or family member meet you after your flight to Santa Barbara has landed? Tell them that they can wait for you in the free Cell Phone Lot that is located off of James Fowler Road near the WWII Memorial. Once you have picked up your luggage they can come pick you up from the Arrivals terminal.
  • To rent a car from Santa Barbara Airport, go to the rental car center next to the baggage claim in the Arrivals terminal. You will find desks for 7 major companies including Budget, Hertz, and National. Thrifty also has an off-site office that is just a 3-minute drive from the airport’s main terminal.
  • For travelers that are art enthusiasts, don’t forget to enjoy the various exhibits that are located in the entrances and exits of the main building of Santa Barbara Airport. You will find several different statues, paintings, and photographs, all of which were done by local artists.
  • For those who arrive late at Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), you can spend the night at a nearby hotel. These hotels include Residence Inn Santa Barbara Goleta, Hampton Inn Santa Barbara, and Super 8 Santa Barbara. To get to the hotels, passengers can hire a taxi or drive a car rental from the airport.
  • Breastfeeding mothers arriving at Santa Barbara who need a private place to pump or breastfeed their babies can use the Mamava pod beyond the security checkpoint on the second floor. Breastfeeding women can use the Mamava app to access these units.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Santa Barbara

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Santa Barbara? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4199 reviews
7.0Food
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
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Seated at front bulkhead for a smidge extra leg room away from home and on flight back home. Away crew was very proactive about assuring our carryons had space close behind us (because no seat in front of us our personal items had to be in a small bin overhead). They actively required passengers place overhead luggage on its side so more items could fit in bins. Home crew made no such efforts. I had to struggle back rows to get overhead bags upon landing, no crew help then either, and some disgruntled passengers as I and others retrieved our bags. There was a system that worked pretty well. The home bound crew just didn't feel like working.

4.0 OkayMather, Aug 2026
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Seated at front bulkhead for a smidge extra leg room away from home and on flight back home. Away crew was very proactive about assuring our carryons had space close behind us (because no seat in front of us our personal items had to be in a small bin overhead). They actively required passengers place overhead luggage on its side so more items could fit in bins. Home crew made no such efforts. I had to struggle back rows to get overhead bags upon landing, no crew help then either, and some disgruntled passengers as I and others retrieved our bags. There was a system that worked pretty well. The home bound crew just didn't feel like working.

Flight left on time and was early landing. Seats not comfortable and not enough space…

It would have been better if the flight was on time

No wifi, seems to be very common with Southwest currently. Everything else was normal.

Poor customer service, no accommodation for passengers when the flight was delayed over 5 hours.

The flight was late. The crew was rude. There was no food. Cramped and uncomfortable. Nothing about this flight was good.

It was just okay, no frills, basic transportation with no luxury. No screens on the seats, no water or drinks on a short flight. Full flight but at least it was on time.

The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

This leg was much better, but we did have to have a 3 hour lay o er after coming from a very exhausting hiccup with our flight from BNA to Den

Crew was great but because of fog they diverted us to Ontario instead of our Santa Barbara destination. Instead of cancelling the flight as soon as we landed in Ontario, they instead held us in Ontario for almost 4 hours before cancelling the flight. I had to rent a car in Ontario to get back to ventura on time to get an elderly relative his medication and take over his caretaking… otherwise if I had taken the buses you offered from Ontario I wouldn’t have even arrived to Santa Barbara till at least midnight (according to southwest airlines employees at Ontario), and then would have had to drive back down to ventura. At least renting the car I could get up to ventura by 10 pm to take care of my loved one.

Staff friendly. Impressed that she spray cleaned the seat when I voluntarily moved to another before take-off.

Plane late by an hour. Would be nice if it is on time

Gate agent and flight crew were amazing! Only issue was landing and waiting on the run way for 30 mins to deplane.

Alaska Airlines was very acceptable But LATAM they cancelled five times I lost one day

It was all a wonderful experience. I hate to fly and I hate to travel yet. This was a very pleasurable event. Thank you.

My first leg was canceled 3 hr before leaving. My return trip left late. I leave it to Alaska higher ups to figure out what can be improved. Just put yourself in the passengers position.

The staff's friendliness and helpfulness make a good impression.

On time, good seats, not overly full, up beast positive crew.

Check-in was easy, I did it from the app. Boarding was easy, the crew was great. Santa Barbara airport had a disabled plane so we had to land in Burbank to refuel. They kept us well informed, and everyone was great. A very entertaining person from the Burbank airport got on and told a few jokes.

Had to show boarding pass twice. Otherwise flight was excellent.

Very bad multiple confusion and miscommunication which i ended up missing my flight.

The experience was bad. Flight was delayed to handle maintenance (understandable) but still there was some dew forming and dropping as droplets on few seats. Internet at best was allowing some browsing but at a snail pace.

Both of my flights to and from JFK experienced significant delays. Most notably, my first flight was delayed by six hours due to crew members being affected by delays on a previous flight. While I understand that disruptions can occur, Delta’s staffing and operational planning should include sufficient contingency measures to handle situations like this rather than placing the full burden of those delays on customers. Additionally, the $12 meal voucher offered as compensation was inadequate, particularly given the high cost of food and beverages at the airport. Considering the length of the delay and the substantial inconvenience caused, I believe more meaningful compensation would have been appropriate.

Comfortable seats. Nice service online. Short flight, so not a lot of time to enjoy.

The flight was done by SkyWest only WIFI no entertainment center are available on the CRJ

Delta is always late. Ruined our first day of a short vacation. Timing is important. We pay to stay on an itinerary

We never made it on this flight because we missed our connection due to o delayed flight from Jackson.

We got stuck on the tarmac taxiing after landing early so we didn’t get off the plane until an hour later than we thought we would

It was okay. We were delayed for weather reasons, but the pilots and the flight control staff figured a way around the storm and were able to get us to Los Angeles safely. Not all the staff members were polite, but the entertainment on the flight was good.

Crew was real good, flight was smooth and came in early.

I did bought anything… I don’t understand how this book appears to me . Ridiculous

My flight from Honolulu (UA 1221) was on a very old 757, no video monitors anywhere. If you wanted to watch a movie, you needed to do so using the United app on one’s phone. WiFi was $8 for Mileage Plus members; I demurred, choosing to spend my time reading a novel using the Kindle app on my Samsung S26. The meal was okay … Breakfast on any domestic airline is so-so as a rule and this one was no exception. The best part of the meal was the fruit plate and the warm croissant. The highlight: The flight left on time and arrived early.

The plane left over an hour late. I missed my connection going to Tokyo. They haven’t sent my bag to Thailand, where I ended up. It took me over 32 hours to get here. Very bad experience so far. I hope they can fix this and get my bag to me, within 24 hours it doesn’t look good at this time.

The flight was excellent. Their was no service as we boarded, the flight attendants spent about 30 minutes just taking and not really caring that the cabin was about 80 degrees and did not offered any beverage to first class passengers or any passenger. The flight from DEN to ONT is not long but not under an hour, we received one drink and bag of chips if you were lucky. I was in first class…. I did leave my hat on the plane and it only took less than five minutes for a United rep to locate and bring it to me.

The app logs you out right when you are boarding requiring all passwords and reservation number for the flight. Super annoying

The pre-order only approach for fresh food is really challenging

the seat has a problem. the back had a hole.

Old 757 with poor entertainment system. United no longer partners with United for free text and email. O'Hara an absolute disaster! Limited gates clauses two hour delay. Unfortunately this appears to be the norm.

Great experience…left a bit behind schedule but made up fir that in the air and landed 10 minutes early 😁

Serving a coffr Or a Drink would have been nice.

The seats cushion on my seat (exit row) needs to be replaced. It felt like I was sitting on a bar rather than a seat cushion. Also, I was in the middle seat and I sat next to an oversized guy (window seat) and he took up about 25% of my space. Otherwise, the experience was good. :)

Worst experience ever, extremely disorganized airline with super rude crew for first class passengers. I have submitted feedback to AA customer care online that this was my worst experience traveling in over 30 years

The plane was late getting to Ontario by half an hour which makes it inconvenient when you have people waiting for you.

I have to sit in the middle for more than five hours because the first flight was delayed. Terrible experience. No more American Airlines.

The boarding process was slow and we had a delay on the tarmac, not the fault of the airline. They had ZERO food options available for purchase which shouldn't happen.

Once again the staff of American Airlines is kind, helpful, efficient, and professional.

Awful! We boarded and then sat on the plane for 50 mins before having to deplane due to a maintenance issue which should have been addressed before boarding. Then we had to change terminals as there was no other plane for us at the current terminal. Then we waited another 2 and a half hours to board again only to wait for 50 mins on the plane again for the snacks to be brought from the broken plane. And once we were on the flight we still only got the complimentary cookie and soda or water. No food vouchers provided even though we had waited over 3 hours for our flight.

Our experience with American Airlines was extremely disappointing and honestly made an already exhausting international journey much worse. After flying all the way from Melbourne and dealing with significant jet lag, the American Airlines experience at LAX was the last thing we needed. The terminal and boarding area felt very old and uncomfortable, with little to no air conditioning and only old fans running in the area. Boarding was also through outdoor stairs rather than a jet bridge, which felt especially inconvenient after such a long journey. Even though we were traveling First Class, the onboard experience was surprisingly poor. There were no meaningful snack options, no decent coffee available to order, and the aircraft was so small that there was barely enough overhead space for carry-on luggage. The staff experience was also disappointing and lacked the warmth or attentiveness we had experienced on our international flights. To make matters worse, the flight departed late, extending an already very long travel day. Overall, the combination of the outdated terminal, uncomfortable boarding process, limited First Class service, small aircraft, poor staff experience, and delay made this an extremely unpleasant final leg of our journey. It significantly worsened our exhaustion and jet lag rather than making the connection home easier. Unfortunately, this experience was bad enough that I do not plan to travel with American Airlines again in the future.

Delayed flight that lead to a missed connection and a 5-hour trip became a 12-hour flight 🙄

Don’t fly American. Do anything you can to avoid it

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