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Cheap flights from Illinois to Los Angeles from $119

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Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 9:53 pm
ORD
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SBA
6h 38m
1 stop
Delta Logo
12:40 pm - 9:52 pm
SBA
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ORD
7h 12m
1 stop
$237Delta
sáb., feb. 14 - sáb., feb. 21
Delta Logo
1:26 pm - 9:55 pm
ORD
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SBA
10h 29m
2 stops
Delta Logo
12:39 pm - 9:35 pm
SBA
-
ORD
6h 56m
1 stop
$242Delta
mié., abr. 15 - sáb., abr. 18
Delta Logo
1:26 pm - 9:55 pm
ORD
-
SBA
10h 29m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:50 pm - 8:34 am
SBA
-
ORD
12h 44m
2 stops
$248Delta
mié., abr. 15 - sáb., abr. 18
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:48 am
STL
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SBA
6h 48m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 11:59 pm
SBA
-
STL
5h 19m
1 stop
$257American Airlines
mar., feb. 17 - mié., feb. 25
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:48 am
STL
-
SBA
6h 48m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 11:59 pm
SBA
-
STL
5h 19m
1 stop
$259American Airlines
sáb., feb. 14 - sáb., feb. 21
American Airlines Logo
2:31 pm - 6:25 pm
STL
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SBA
5h 54m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:05 pm - 8:35 am
SBA
-
STL
11h 30m
2 stops
$262American Airlines
mar., feb. 17 - mié., feb. 25
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:48 pm - 6:19 pm
ORD
-
SBA
23h 31m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:07 pm - 6:40 am
SBA
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ORD
9h 33m
1 stop
$263Alaska Airlines
vie., may. 1 - mié., may. 6
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 11:15 am
ORD
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SBA
4h 30mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
12:15 pm - 6:15 pm
SBA
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ORD
4h 00mnonstop
$269United Airlines
mié., abr. 15 - sáb., abr. 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:29 pm - 7:51 pm
ORD
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SBA
28h 22m
2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:38 pm - 6:39 am
SBA
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ORD
14h 01m
1 stop
$275Alaska Airlines
vie., mar. 13 - mar., mar. 17
United Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 12:01 pm
ORD
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SBA
7h 36m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
12:15 pm - 6:15 pm
SBA
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ORD
4h 00mnonstop
$279United Airlines
jue., abr. 2 - mar., abr. 7

United Airlines flights from Illinois to Santa Barbara

Our best United Airlines deals on Illinois to Santa Barbara flight tickets
United Airlines
Apr 15
ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 30m
SBA11:15 amSanta Barbara
Apr 18
SBA12:15 pmSanta Barbara
4h 00m
ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$269
United Airlines
Apr 2
ORD6:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 36m
1 stop
SBA12:01 pmSanta Barbara
Apr 7
SBA12:15 pmSanta Barbara
4h 00m
ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$279
United Airlines
Feb 9
ORD6:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 14m
1 stop
SBA11:44 pmSanta Barbara
Feb 15
SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara
6h 14m
1 stop
ORD1:14 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$321

Delta flights from Illinois to Santa Barbara

Our best Delta deals on Illinois to Santa Barbara flight tickets
Delta
Feb 14
ORD5:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 38m
1 stop
SBA9:53 pmSanta Barbara
Feb 21
SBA12:40 pmSanta Barbara
7h 12m
1 stop
ORD9:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$237
Delta
Apr 15
ORD1:26 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
10h 29m
2 stops
SBA9:55 pmSanta Barbara
Apr 18
SBA12:39 pmSanta Barbara
6h 56m
1 stop
ORD9:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$242
Delta
Apr 15
ORD1:26 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
10h 29m
2 stops
SBA9:55 pmSanta Barbara
Apr 18
SBA5:50 pmSanta Barbara
12h 44m
2 stops
ORD8:34 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$248

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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 2/14

5:15 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Santa Barbara

sáb. 2/21

12:40 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$237

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/15

1:26 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops10h 29m

Santa Barbara

sáb. 4/18

12:39 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$242

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/15

1:26 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops10h 29m

Santa Barbara

sáb. 4/18

5:50 pm-8:34 am

2 stops12h 44m

$248

St. LouisSanta Barbara

STL - SBA

STLSBA

Lambert-St Louis

mar. 2/17

7:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop6h 48m

Santa Barbara

mié. 2/25

4:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$257

St. LouisSanta Barbara

STL - SBA

STLSBA

Lambert-St Louis

sáb. 2/14

7:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop6h 48m

Santa Barbara

sáb. 2/21

4:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$259

St. LouisSanta Barbara

STL - SBA

STLSBA

Lambert-St Louis

mar. 2/17

2:31 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Santa Barbara

mié. 2/25

7:05 pm-8:35 am

2 stops11h 30m

$262

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 5/1

8:48 pm-6:19 pm

1 stop23h 31m

Santa Barbara

mié. 5/6

7:07 pm-6:40 am

1 stop9h 33m

$263

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 4/15

8:45 am-11:15 am

Nonstop4h 30m

Santa Barbara

sáb. 4/18

12:15 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$269

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 3/13

5:29 pm-7:51 pm

2 stops28h 22m

Santa Barbara

mar. 3/17

2:38 pm-6:39 am

1 stop14h 01m

$275

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 4/2

6:25 am-12:01 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Santa Barbara

mar. 4/7

12:15 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$279

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

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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 Illinois, with most prices found around $289. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of January, then departing from Illinois during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $312.

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 Sunday when prices can be found for as low as $349. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Illinois because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $427.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Santa Barbara flight route?

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

What cabin class options are available on Illinois to Santa Barbara flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Illinois to Santa Barbara flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to Santa Barbara flights?

You could potentially save up to 84% on your flight if you consider stops on a Illinois to Santa Barbara flight.

Cheap Illinois to Santa Barbara flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$349

Fastest flight time

4h 30m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Santa Barbara

1 airport
The best flight deal from Illinois to Santa Barbara found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $349
The fastest flight from Illinois to Santa Barbara takes 4h 30m
Direct flights go from Illinois to Santa Barbara on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport in Santa Barbara. From Illinois there are direct flights to Santa Barbara (SBA).
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Santa Barbara Airport?

    Prices for flights from Illinois to Santa Barbara Airport were last updated today.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois to Santa Barbara Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Santa Barbara Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Santa Barbara Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Santa Barbara

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
American AirlinesPriceFrom $262Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,173 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $288Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,191 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $312Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,267 reviews
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