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Cheap flights from Minneapolis to Los Angeles from $176

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Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:41 pmMSP-SBA
13h 41m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 2:16 pmSBA-MSP
16h 36m1 stop
$350Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 21
American Airlines Logo
6:18 am - 11:32 amMSP-SBA
7h 14m1 stop
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1:16 pm - 11:52 pmSBA-MSP
8h 36m1 stop
$351American Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 3
Southwest Logo
12:20 pm - 9:20 pmMSP-SBA
11h 00m2 stops
Southwest Logo
3:35 pm - 10:55 pmSBA-MSP
5h 20m1 stop
$356Southwest
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Wed, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:16 pmMSP-SBA
12h 16m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:46 pm - 9:38 amSBA-MSP
11h 52m2 stops
$361American Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 3
Delta Logo
8:22 am - 11:54 amMSP-SBA
5h 32m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:50 am - 2:25 pmSBA-MSP
6h 35m1 stop
$366Delta
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Wed, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 16
American Airlines Logo
2:37 pm - 6:08 pmMSP-SBA
5h 31m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:01 pm - 11:49 pmSBA-MSP
8h 48m2 stops
$371American Airlines
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Wed, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 16
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 1:30 pmMSP-SBA
9h 10m2 stops
Southwest Logo
10:50 am - 11:10 pmSBA-MSP
10h 20m2 stops
$376Southwest
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Wed, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 16
Delta Logo
8:20 am - 12:12 pmMSP-SBA
5h 52m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:50 am - 7:58 pmSBA-MSP
12h 08m2 stops
$383Delta
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Sun, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 10
United Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 10:34 pmMSP-SBA
12h 39m3 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 10:25 amSBA-MSP
13h 35m2 stops
$456United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 11:59 pmMSP-SBA
13h 59m3 stops
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 11:59 pmSBA-MSP
7h 59m2 stops
$471United Airlines
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Wed, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 16

Alaska Airlines flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Minneapolis to Santa Barbara flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Oct 16
MSP7:00 amMinneapolis St Paul
13h 41m
1 stop
SBA6:41 pmSanta Barbara
Oct 21
SBA7:40 pmSanta Barbara
16h 36m
1 stop
MSP2:16 pmMinneapolis St Paul
Alaska Airlines
Aug 13
MSP6:40 amMinneapolis St Paul
14h 00m
1 stop
SBA6:40 pmSanta Barbara
Aug 17
SBA7:30 pmSanta Barbara
15h 59m
1 stop
MSP1:29 pmMinneapolis St Paul
Alaska Airlines
Oct 16
MSP7:00 amMinneapolis St Paul
13h 41m
1 stop
SBA6:41 pmSanta Barbara
Oct 21
SBA7:40 pmSanta Barbara
14h 37m
2 stops
MSP12:17 pmMinneapolis St Paul

American Airlines flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara

Our best American Airlines deals on Minneapolis to Santa Barbara flight tickets
American Airlines
Oct 29
MSP6:18 amMinneapolis St Paul
7h 14m
1 stop
SBA11:32 amSanta Barbara
Nov 3
SBA1:16 pmSanta Barbara
8h 36m
1 stop
MSP11:52 pmMinneapolis St Paul
American Airlines
Oct 29
MSP6:00 amMinneapolis St Paul
12h 16m
2 stops
SBA4:16 pmSanta Barbara
Nov 3
SBA7:46 pmSanta Barbara
11h 52m
2 stops
MSP9:38 amMinneapolis St Paul
American Airlines
Aug 13
MSP2:37 pmMinneapolis St Paul
5h 31m
1 stop
SBA6:08 pmSanta Barbara
Aug 16
SBA1:01 pmSanta Barbara
8h 48m
2 stops
MSP11:49 pmMinneapolis St Paul

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Minneapolis, with most prices found around $391. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of August, then departing from Minneapolis during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $393.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $391. 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 Minneapolis because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $531.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Santa Barbara is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara in the evening for as low as $416. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $506 on average. Flights to Santa Barbara from Minneapolis in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Santa Barbara from Minneapolis when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Santa Barbara for around $448 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Santa Barbara from Minneapolis for as low as $372 on momondo.

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

As of July 2025, prices for Minneapolis to Santa Barbara flights are approximately 23% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara

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

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Best Price Found

$176

Fastest flight time

5h 27m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Santa Barbara

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Santa Barbara from Minneapolis in the past 72 hours is $176. The best round-trip flight deal from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $350.
The fastest flight from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara takes 5h 27m
There are no direct flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Minneapolis St Paul Airport - Santa Barbara Airport.
There is 1 airport near Santa Barbara: Santa Barbara (SBA)

  • How far is Minneapolis St Paul to Santa Barbara by plane?

    There are 1572.3 mi between Minneapolis St Paul and Santa Barbara. Typically, this will take 5h 27m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Santa Barbara Airport?

    Prices for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Santa Barbara Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Santa Barbara Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Minneapolis St Paul 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 Minneapolis St Paul Airport 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 airline from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara?


Best airlines flying from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara

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SouthwestPriceFrom $272Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,270 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $316Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,983 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $316Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $326Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,861 reviews
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Can I find flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Santa Barbara from Minneapolis which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Santa Barbara from Minneapolis.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Minneapolis to Santa Barbara right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Santa Barbara from Minneapolis. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.


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