What is the cheapest airline that flies from Columbus to Santa Barbara?

Southwest and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Columbus to Santa Barbara

What airlines fly to Santa Barbara?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Santa Barbara from Columbus according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Santa Barbara. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Santa Barbara on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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As of November 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus 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 Columbus to Santa Barbara Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Santa Barbara Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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5:46 am - 2:39 pmCMH Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara

11h 53m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Diego

2:15 pm - 8:40 pmSBA Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus

27h 25m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$380Alaska Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1

7:00 am - 12:09 pmCMH Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 09m1 stop Salt Lake City

12:49 pm - 11:00 pmSBA Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus

7h 11m1 stop Salt Lake City

$385Delta

Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8

6:00 am - 11:45 amCMH Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:35 pm - 11:42 pmSBA Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus

8h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$385American Airlines

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14

5:30 am - 11:54 amCMH Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:45 pm - 10:53 pmSBA Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus

7h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$385American Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1

7:00 am - 12:09 pmCMH Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 09m1 stop Salt Lake City

12:49 pm - 11:00 pmSBA Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus

7h 11m1 stop Salt Lake City

$385Delta

Wed, Dec 2 - Fri, Dec 4

2:22 pm - 10:03 pmCMH Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara

10h 41m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

6:15 am - 3:54 pmSBA Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus

6h 39m1 stop Los Angeles

$390United Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1

7:00 am - 12:09 pmCMH Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 09m1 stop Salt Lake City

5:41 am - 6:10 pmSBA Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus

9h 29m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul

$390Delta

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14

7:00 am - 12:09 pmCMH Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 09m1 stop Salt Lake City

5:41 am - 6:53 pmSBA Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus

10h 12m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$390Delta

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14

4:56 pm - 9:28 pmCMH Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara

7h 32m1 stop Denver Intl

6:00 am - 6:28 pmSBA Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus

9h 28m1 stop San Francisco

$419United Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6

10:30 am - 5:28 pmCMH Columbus-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

5:00 am - 2:36 pmSBA Santa Barbara-CMH Columbus

6h 36m1 stop Denver Intl

$424United Airlines

Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6

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American Airlines flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara

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American Airlines

Dec 10

CMH6:00 amColumbus

8h 45m

1 stop

SBA11:45 amSanta Barbara

Dec 14

SBA12:35 pmSanta Barbara

8h 07m

1 stop

CMH11:42 pmColumbus

$385

American Airlines

Dec 2

CMH7:45 amColumbus

13h 44m

2 stops

SBA6:29 pmSanta Barbara

Dec 6

SBA7:18 pmSanta Barbara

11h 29m

2 stops

CMH9:47 amColumbus

$429

American Airlines

Dec 15

CMH8:41 amColumbus

13h 38m

2 stops

SBA7:19 pmSanta Barbara

Jan 10

SBA9:49 amSanta Barbara

10h 07m

2 stops

CMH10:56 pmColumbus

$473

Southwest flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara

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Southwest

Dec 19

CMH6:55 pmColumbus

8h 15m

2 stops

SBA12:10 amSanta Barbara

Dec 23

SBA10:45 amSanta Barbara

12h 10m

1 stop

CMH1:55 amColumbus

$517

Southwest

Dec 19

CMH2:45 pmColumbus

12h 25m

2 stops

SBA12:10 amSanta Barbara

Dec 23

SBA10:45 amSanta Barbara

8h 35m

2 stops

CMH10:20 pmColumbus

$577

Southwest

Nov 26

CMH5:55 amColumbus

9h 15m

1 stop

SBA12:10 pmSanta Barbara

Nov 29

SBA6:50 pmSanta Barbara

8h 10m

1 stop

CMH6:00 amColumbus

$584

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Columbus

Mon 11/23

5:46 am-2:39 pm

2 stops11h 53m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/1

2:15 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$380

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Columbus

Wed 12/2

7:00 am-12:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/8

12:49 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$385

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara

CMHSBA

Columbus

Thu 12/10

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop8h 45m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/14

12:35 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$385

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CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara

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Columbus

Mon 11/23

5:30 am-11:54 am

1 stop9h 24m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/1

12:45 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$385

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara

CMHSBA

Columbus

Wed 12/2

7:00 am-12:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/4

12:49 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$385

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara

CMHSBA

Columbus

Mon 11/23

2:22 pm-10:03 pm

2 stops10h 41m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/1

6:15 am-3:54 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$390

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara

CMHSBA

Columbus

Thu 12/10

7:00 am-12:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/14

5:41 am-6:10 pm

2 stops9h 29m

$390

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara

CMHSBA

Columbus

Thu 12/10

7:00 am-12:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/14

5:41 am-6:53 pm

2 stops10h 12m

$390

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara

CMHSBA

Columbus

Wed 12/2

4:56 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Santa Barbara

Sun 12/6

6:00 am-6:28 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$419

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara

CMHSBA

Columbus

Wed 12/2

10:30 am-5:28 pm

2 stops9h 58m

Santa Barbara

Sun 12/6

5:00 am-2:36 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$424

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Columbus, with most prices found around $0. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of January, then departing from Columbus during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $334.

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Fastest flight time	7h 09m
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The best one-way flight to Santa Barbara from Columbus in the past 72 hours is $304. The best round-trip flight deal from Columbus to Santa Barbara found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $380.

The fastest flight from Columbus to Santa Barbara takes 7h 09m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Columbus to Santa Barbara

How far is Columbus to Santa Barbara by plane?
Columbus and Santa Barbara are 2040.1 mi apart from one another. 7h 09m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara Airport?
Prices for flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara Airport?
As of November 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus 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 Columbus to Santa Barbara Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Barbara Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Santa Barbara Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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