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6:40 pm - 10:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:10 am - 2:10 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
5h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$369Southwest
Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26
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6:40 pm - 10:35 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:10 am - 2:10 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
5h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$369Southwest
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26
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3:05 pm - 8:15 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:45 am - 5:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
10h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$374Southwest
Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30
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12:30 pm - 5:05 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl San Diego
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7:10 am - 2:10 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
5h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$374Southwest
Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26
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5:12 pm - 9:08 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 4:07 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
8h 07m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$428United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 5
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5:30 am - 12:03 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 33m2 stops Denver Intl San Francisco
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6:00 am - 4:07 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
8h 07m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl
$433United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 5
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2:30 pm - 6:17 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 47m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:10 am - 1:49 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
5h 39m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$434American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11
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1:35 pm - 7:42 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 07m2 stops Denver Intl Los Angeles
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12:55 pm - 11:35 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
8h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$445United Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26
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2:30 pm - 6:17 pmDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 47m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:10 am - 1:49 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
5h 39m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$456American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11
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5:06 am - 9:24 amDSM  Des Moines-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 18m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:47 pm - 8:56 amSBA  Santa Barbara-DSM Des Moines
12h 09m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$460American Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11

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American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Santa Barbara

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American Airlines
Oct 9
DSM5:06 amDes Moines
6h 18m
1 stop
SBA9:24 amSanta Barbara
Oct 11
SBA6:10 amSanta Barbara
5h 39m
1 stop
DSM1:49 pmDes Moines
$434
American Airlines
Oct 9
DSM2:30 pmDes Moines
5h 47m
1 stop
SBA6:17 pmSanta Barbara
Oct 11
SBA6:10 amSanta Barbara
5h 39m
1 stop
DSM1:49 pmDes Moines
$456
American Airlines
Oct 9
DSM5:06 amDes Moines
6h 18m
1 stop
SBA9:24 amSanta Barbara
Oct 11
SBA6:47 pmSanta Barbara
12h 09m
2 stops
DSM8:56 amDes Moines
$460

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Santa Barbara

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Santa Barbara flight tickets
United Airlines
Sep 22
DSM1:35 pmDes Moines
8h 07m
2 stops
SBA7:42 pmSanta Barbara
Sep 26
SBA12:55 pmSanta Barbara
8h 40m
2 stops
DSM11:35 pmDes Moines
$445
United Airlines
Nov 9
DSM5:12 pmDes Moines
5h 56m
1 stop
SBA9:08 pmSanta Barbara
Nov 11
SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara
5h 31m
1 stop
DSM12:31 pmDes Moines
$469
United Airlines
Nov 9
DSM8:00 amDes Moines
11h 28m
2 stops
SBA5:28 pmSanta Barbara
Nov 11
SBA1:06 pmSanta Barbara
5h 30m
1 stop
DSM8:36 pmDes Moines
$474

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DSM Des Moines - SBA Santa Barbara

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Tue 9/22

6:40 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/26

7:10 am-2:10 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$369

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM Des Moines - SBA Santa Barbara

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Wed 9/23

6:40 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/26

7:10 am-2:10 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$369

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM Des Moines - SBA Santa Barbara

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Sat 9/26

3:05 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/30

5:45 am-5:45 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$374

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM Des Moines - SBA Santa Barbara

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Tue 9/22

12:30 pm-5:05 pm

2 stops6h 35m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/26

7:10 am-2:10 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$374

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM Des Moines - SBA Santa Barbara

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Tue 11/3

5:12 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/5

6:00 am-4:07 pm

2 stops8h 07m

$428

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM Des Moines - SBA Santa Barbara

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Tue 11/3

5:30 am-12:03 pm

2 stops8h 33m

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/5

6:00 am-4:07 pm

2 stops8h 07m

$433

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM Des Moines - SBA Santa Barbara

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Fri 10/9

2:30 pm-6:17 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Santa Barbara

Sun 10/11

6:10 am-1:49 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$434

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM Des Moines - SBA Santa Barbara

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Tue 9/22

1:35 pm-7:42 pm

2 stops8h 07m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/26

12:55 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$445

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM Des Moines - SBA Santa Barbara

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Fri 10/9

2:30 pm-6:17 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Santa Barbara

Sun 10/11

6:10 am-1:49 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$456

Des MoinesSanta Barbara

DSM Des Moines - SBA Santa Barbara

DSMSBA

Des Moines

Fri 10/9

5:06 am-9:24 am

1 stop6h 18m

Santa Barbara

Sun 10/11

6:47 pm-8:56 am

2 stops12h 09m

$460

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Des Moines, with most prices found around $450. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of September, then departing from Des Moines during the month June is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $517.

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Best Price Found

$369

Fastest flight time

5h 42m

Direct flights

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The best flight deal from Des Moines to Santa Barbara found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $369
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Santa Barbara takes 5h 42m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Santa Barbara. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Santa Barbara.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Des Moines to Santa Barbara

  • How far is Des Moines to Santa Barbara by plane?

    The distance between Des Moines and Santa Barbara is about 1495.4 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 5h 42m.

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

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Santa Barbara Airport are updated daily.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport 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.

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

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $300Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,158 reviews
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7.1
12,026 reviews
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