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Cheap flights from Chicago to Los Angeles from $152

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to Los Angeles departing on 5/26. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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9:00 am - 3:17 pm
ORD
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SBA
8h 17m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:50 pm
SBA
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ORD
10h 50m
1 stop
$303Alaska Airlines
Mi, Mai 20 - Sa, Mai 30
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9:00 am - 3:17 pm
ORD
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SBA
8h 17m
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Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:50 pm
SBA
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ORD
10h 50m
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$313Alaska Airlines
Mi, Mai 20 - Sa, Mai 30
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9:00 am - 3:17 pm
ORD
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SBA
8h 17m
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Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:50 pm
SBA
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ORD
10h 50m
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$326Alaska Airlines
Fr, Mai 29 - Di, Jun 2
United Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 11:25 am
ORD
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SBA
4h 30mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 6:37 pm
SBA
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ORD
4h 00mnonstop
$329United Airlines
Sa, Mai 16 - Mo, Mai 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:59 pm - 3:17 pm
ORD
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SBA
21h 18m
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Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:50 pm
SBA
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ORD
10h 50m
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$331Alaska Airlines
Fr, Mai 29 - Di, Jun 2
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9:00 am - 3:17 pm
ORD
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SBA
8h 17m
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Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:55 pm
SBA
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ORD
15h 55m
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$333Alaska Airlines
Mi, Mai 20 - Sa, Mai 30
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 11:25 am
ORD
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SBA
4h 40mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 12:59 am
SBA
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ORD
9h 01m
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$339United Airlines
Do, Jul 2 - Mi, Jul 8
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9:00 am - 11:55 pm
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SBA
16h 55m
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4:01 pm - 11:55 pm
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ORD
5h 54m
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$343Alaska Airlines
Mi, Mai 20 - Sa, Mai 30
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4:40 pm - 9:44 pm
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SBA
7h 04m
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United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:34 pm
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ORD
7h 34m
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$344United Airlines
Mi, Okt 14 - Sa, Okt 17
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7:59 pm - 2:43 pm
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20h 44m
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3:22 pm - 11:57 pm
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ORD
6h 35m
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$349Alaska Airlines
Do, Aug 20 - Di, Aug 25

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United Airlines flights from Chicago to Santa Barbara

Our best United Airlines deals on Chicago to Santa Barbara flight tickets
United Airlines
May 16
ORD8:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 30m
SBA11:25 amSanta Barbara
May 18
SBA12:37 pmSanta Barbara
4h 00m
ORD6:37 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$329
United Airlines
Jul 2
ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 40m
SBA11:25 amSanta Barbara
Jul 8
SBA1:58 pmSanta Barbara
9h 01m
1 stop
ORD12:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$339
United Airlines
Oct 14
ORD4:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 04m
1 stop
SBA9:44 pmSanta Barbara
Oct 17
SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara
7h 34m
1 stop
ORD2:34 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$344

Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago to Santa Barbara

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Chicago to Santa Barbara flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
May 20
ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 17m
1 stop
SBA3:17 pmSanta Barbara
May 30
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
10h 50m
1 stop
ORD6:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$303
Alaska Airlines
May 20
ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 17m
1 stop
SBA3:17 pmSanta Barbara
May 30
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
10h 50m
1 stop
ORD6:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$313
Alaska Airlines
May 29
ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 17m
1 stop
SBA3:17 pmSanta Barbara
Jun 2
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
10h 50m
1 stop
ORD6:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$326

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ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 5/20

9:00 am-3:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Santa Barbara

Sa 5/30

6:00 am-6:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$303

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 5/20

9:00 am-3:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Santa Barbara

Sa 5/30

6:00 am-6:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$313

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fr 5/29

9:00 am-3:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Santa Barbara

Di 6/2

6:00 am-6:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$326
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sa 5/16

8:55 am-11:25 am

Nonstop4h 30m

Santa Barbara

Mo 5/18

12:37 pm-6:37 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$329

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fr 5/29

7:59 pm-3:17 pm

1 stop21h 18m

Santa Barbara

Di 6/2

6:00 am-6:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$331

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 5/20

9:00 am-3:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Santa Barbara

Sa 5/30

6:00 am-11:55 pm

1 stop15h 55m

$333

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Do 7/2

8:45 am-11:25 am

Nonstop4h 40m

Santa Barbara

Mi 7/8

1:58 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 01m

$339

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 5/20

9:00 am-11:55 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Santa Barbara

Sa 5/30

4:01 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$343

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mi 10/14

4:40 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Santa Barbara

Sa 10/17

5:00 am-2:34 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$344

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Do 8/20

7:59 pm-2:43 pm

1 stop20h 44m

Santa Barbara

Di 8/25

3:22 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$349

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Santa Barbara

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and Santa Barbara?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Chicago, with most prices found around $144. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of March, then departing from Chicago during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $184.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Santa Barbara is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $279. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Chicago because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $509.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Santa Barbara flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara for the best Chicago - Santa Barbara flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Santa Barbara?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Santa Barbara from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Santa Barbara for around $424 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Santa Barbara from Chicago for as low as $300 on momondo.

How have Chicago to Santa Barbara flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for Chicago to Santa Barbara flights are approximately 45% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to Santa Barbara

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to Santa Barbara according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Chicago to Santa Barbara (CHI to SBA) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$288

Fastest flight time

4h 28m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Santa Barbara

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Santa Barbara from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $288. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Santa Barbara found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $419.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Santa Barbara takes 4h 28m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Santa Barbara every day.
There is 1 airport in Santa Barbara. From Chicago there are direct flights to Santa Barbara (SBA).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Santa Barbara

  • How far is Chicago to Santa Barbara by plane?

    A flight from Chicago to Santa Barbara will travel around 1804.1 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 4h 28m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Chicago to Santa Barbara Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Barbara Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Santa Barbara Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Santa Barbara Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Santa Barbara?

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to Santa Barbara?

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Santa Barbara

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
DeltaPriceFrom $173Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,465 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,678 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $279Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,680 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to Santa Barbara

    United Airlines flies from Chicago to Santa Barbara around 3 times per week, with 9,680 momondo users rating the airline 7.4/10. The cheapest United Airlines deal from Chicago to Santa Barbara in the last 72 hours was $279 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $429 for United Airlines flights on this route.

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Can I find flights from Chicago to Santa Barbara with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Chicago to Santa Barbara with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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