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Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Los Angeles from $156

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Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 6:56 pmORD-SBA
12h 56m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:23 am - 5:01 amSBA-ORD
19h 38m1 stop
$294Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 12
Delta Logo
8:55 am - 8:08 pmORD-SBA
13h 13m2 stops
Delta Logo
12:37 pm - 9:25 pmSBA-ORD
6h 48m1 stop
$300Delta
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Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 12
Delta Logo
7:50 am - 11:58 amORD-SBA
6h 08m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:37 pm - 9:25 pmSBA-ORD
6h 48m1 stop
$304Delta
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Sat, Nov 8 - Wed, Nov 12
Delta Logo
9:39 am - 9:44 pmORD-SBA
14h 05m2 stops
Delta Logo
12:37 pm - 9:25 pmSBA-ORD
6h 48m1 stop
$309Delta
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Sat, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 11
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 1:30 pmORD-SBA
9h 15m1 stop
Southwest Logo
3:20 pm - 11:40 pmSBA-ORD
6h 20m1 stop
$313Southwest
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Tue, Sep 23 - Sat, Oct 4
Southwest Logo
7:15 am - 12:05 pmORD-SBA
6h 50m1 stop
Southwest Logo
3:00 pm - 12:15 pmSBA-ORD
19h 15m2 stops
$320Southwest
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Thu, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 20
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:43 amORD-SBA
6h 43m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 12:16 amSBA-ORD
8h 56m1 stop
$327American Airlines
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Wed, Dec 24 - Tue, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 10:17 pmORD-SBA
7h 07m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:36 pm - 12:27 amSBA-ORD
5h 51m1 stop
$330American Airlines
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Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
5:16 pm - 10:29 pmORD-SBA
7h 13m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 5:00 amSBA-ORD
8h 10m1 stop
$332United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
10:41 am - 4:40 pmORD-SBA
7h 59m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:32 am - 7:53 pmSBA-ORD
6h 21m1 stop
$337United Airlines
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Thu, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 20

Alaska Airlines flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Nov 4
ORD8:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
12h 56m
1 stop
SBA6:56 pmSanta Barbara
Nov 12
SBA7:23 amSanta Barbara
19h 38m
1 stop
ORD5:01 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$294
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Alaska Airlines
Nov 4
ORD3:20 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
29h 36m
1 stop
SBA6:56 pmSanta Barbara
Nov 12
SBA7:23 amSanta Barbara
19h 38m
1 stop
ORD5:01 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$326
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Alaska Airlines
Sep 23
ORD10:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
10h 41m
1 stop
SBA6:41 pmSanta Barbara
Oct 6
SBA7:40 pmSanta Barbara
8h 44m
1 stop
ORD6:24 amChicago O'Hare Intl
$336
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Delta flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara

Our best Delta deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara flight tickets
Delta
Nov 4
ORD8:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 13m
2 stops
SBA8:08 pmSanta Barbara
Nov 12
SBA12:37 pmSanta Barbara
6h 48m
1 stop
ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$300
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Delta
Nov 8
ORD7:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 08m
1 stop
SBA11:58 amSanta Barbara
Nov 12
SBA12:37 pmSanta Barbara
6h 48m
1 stop
ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$304
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Delta
Nov 8
ORD9:39 amChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 05m
2 stops
SBA9:44 pmSanta Barbara
Nov 11
SBA12:37 pmSanta Barbara
6h 48m
1 stop
ORD9:25 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$309
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 August 28, 2025.
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ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

8:00 am-6:56 pm

1 stop12h 56m

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/12

7:23 am-5:01 am

1 stop19h 38m

$294

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

8:55 am-8:08 pm

2 stops13h 13m

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/12

12:37 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$300

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

7:50 am-11:58 am

1 stop6h 08m

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/12

12:37 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$304

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

9:39 am-9:44 pm

2 stops14h 05m

Santa Barbara

Tue 11/11

12:37 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$309

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/23

6:15 am-1:30 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/4

3:20 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$313

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

7:15 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/20

3:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops19h 15m

$320

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/24

5:00 am-9:43 am

1 stop6h 43m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/30

1:20 pm-12:16 am

1 stop8h 56m

$327

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/18

5:10 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/22

4:36 pm-12:27 am

1 stop5h 51m

$330

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/29

5:16 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/3

6:50 pm-5:00 am

1 stop8h 10m

$332

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

10:41 am-4:40 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/20

11:32 am-7:53 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$337

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with most prices found around $336. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of January, then departing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $413.

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 Monday when prices can be found for as low as $401. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $487.

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 morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara in the morning for as low as $456. 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 evening when prices are $475 on average. Flights to Santa Barbara from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Chicago O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Santa Barbara from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Santa Barbara for around $476 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Santa Barbara from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for as low as $336 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara flights?

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

How have Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara flights are approximately 12% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara

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

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  • How far is Chicago O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara by plane?

    The distance between Chicago O'Hare Intl and Santa Barbara is about 1790.8 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 6h 01m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara Airport?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 plane model from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara?

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Best airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara

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SouthwestPriceFrom $312Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $318Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,977 reviews
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7.2
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8,944 reviews
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