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American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:46 am
JFK
-
SBA
8h 16m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SBA
-
JFK
8h 00m1 stop
$177American Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 13
American Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 6:33 pm
JFK
-
SBA
12h 33m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SBA
-
JFK
8h 00m1 stop
$182American Airlines
Wed, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 20
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:51 am
LGA
-
SBA
8h 51m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:41 pm - 11:43 pm
SBA
-
LGA
8h 02m1 stop
$193American Airlines
Thu, Feb 19 - Wed, Feb 25
Southwest Logo
11:25 am - 4:35 pm
LGA
-
SBA
8h 10m1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:20 am - 10:40 pm
SBA
-
LGA
8h 20m1 stop
$200Southwest
Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 13
Southwest Logo
11:25 am - 4:35 pm
LGA
-
SBA
8h 10m1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 9:30 pm
SBA
-
LGA
12h 30m2 stops
$205Southwest
Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 13
United Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 5:21 pm
LGA
-
SBA
11h 06m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:59 pm - 11:27 pm
SBA
-
LGA
7h 28m1 stop
$242United Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:55 am
EWR
-
SBA
8h 55m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:51 pm - 5:59 am
SBA
-
EWR
8h 08m1 stop
$257United Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 20
Delta Logo
9:29 am - 8:56 pm
EWR
-
SBA
14h 27m2 stops
Delta Logo
1:10 pm - 11:59 pm
SBA
-
EWR
7h 49m1 stop
$262Delta
Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 13
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:17 pm - 7:47 pm
JFK
-
SBA
29h 30m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:45 pm - 3:23 pm
SBA
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JFK
21h 38m1 stop
$264Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 24
Delta Logo
9:29 am - 8:56 pm
EWR
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SBA
14h 27m2 stops
Delta Logo
8:45 am - 11:13 pm
SBA
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EWR
11h 28m2 stops
$267Delta
Wed, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 13

American Airlines flights from New York to Santa Barbara

Our best American Airlines deals on New York to Santa Barbara flight tickets
American Airlines
Jan 7
JFK6:30 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 16m
1 stop
SBA11:46 amSanta Barbara
Jan 13
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
8h 00m
1 stop
JFK5:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$177
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American Airlines
Jan 14
JFK9:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
12h 33m
2 stops
SBA6:33 pmSanta Barbara
Jan 20
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
8h 00m
1 stop
JFK5:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$182
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American Airlines
Feb 19
LGA6:00 amNew York LaGuardia
8h 51m
1 stop
SBA11:51 amSanta Barbara
Feb 25
SBA12:41 pmSanta Barbara
8h 02m
1 stop
LGA11:43 pmNew York LaGuardia
$193
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Southwest flights from New York to Santa Barbara

Our best Southwest deals on New York to Santa Barbara flight tickets
Southwest
Jan 7
LGA11:25 amNew York LaGuardia
8h 10m
1 stop
SBA4:35 pmSanta Barbara
Jan 13
SBA11:20 amSanta Barbara
8h 20m
1 stop
LGA10:40 pmNew York LaGuardia
$200
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Southwest
Jan 7
LGA11:25 amNew York LaGuardia
8h 10m
1 stop
SBA4:35 pmSanta Barbara
Jan 13
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
12h 30m
2 stops
LGA9:30 pmNew York LaGuardia
$205
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Southwest
Jan 7
LGA7:20 amNew York LaGuardia
12h 15m
2 stops
SBA4:35 pmSanta Barbara
Jan 13
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
12h 30m
2 stops
LGA9:30 pmNew York LaGuardia
$210
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Santa Barbara that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated December 5, 2025.
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Price

New YorkSanta Barbara

JFK - SBA

JFKSBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/7

6:30 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 16m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/13

6:00 am-5:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$177

New YorkSanta Barbara

JFK - SBA

JFKSBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/14

9:00 am-6:33 pm

2 stops12h 33m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-5:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$182

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Thu 2/19

6:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop8h 51m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/25

12:41 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$193

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/7

11:25 am-4:35 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/13

11:20 am-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$200

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/7

11:25 am-4:35 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/13

6:00 am-9:30 pm

2 stops12h 30m

$205

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 1/19

9:15 am-5:21 pm

2 stops11h 06m

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/26

12:59 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$242

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Thu 1/15

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 55m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/20

6:51 pm-5:59 am

1 stop8h 08m

$257

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Wed 1/7

9:29 am-8:56 pm

2 stops14h 27m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/13

1:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$262

New YorkSanta Barbara

JFK - SBA

JFKSBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/16

5:17 pm-7:47 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/24

2:45 pm-3:23 pm

1 stop21h 38m

$264

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Wed 1/7

9:29 am-8:56 pm

2 stops14h 27m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/13

8:45 am-11:13 pm

2 stops11h 28m

$267

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to Santa Barbara

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

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 New York, with most prices found around $388. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of January, then departing from New York during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $397.

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 Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $466. 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 New York because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $569.

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 New York to Santa Barbara in the evening for as low as $377. 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 morning when prices are $533 on average. Flights to Santa Barbara from New York in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

How have New York to Santa Barbara flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for New York to Santa Barbara flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Santa Barbara

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

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Fastest flight time

7h 54m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from New York to Santa Barbara takes 7h 54m
There are no direct flights from New York to Santa Barbara. There are no popular flight routes from New York to Santa Barbara.
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  • How far is New York to Santa Barbara by plane?

    The distance between New York and Santa Barbara is about 2510.2 mi. Flights usually cover this in 8h 10m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from New York to Santa Barbara Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York 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 New York 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 airline from New York to Santa Barbara?

Best airlines flying from New York to Santa Barbara

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
DeltaPriceFrom $156Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,010 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,047 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $282Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,064 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From New York to Santa Barbara

    United Airlines operates around 6 flights from New York to Santa Barbara every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $492, but momondo users have found United Airlines deals from New York to Santa Barbara from as low as $282 round-trip. United Airlines has been scored 7.4/10 in 9,064 reviews.

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