How long does it take to fly to Santa Barbara?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Ohio you fly out of and what airport in Santa Barbara you fly into. For example, flying from Cincinnati to Los Angeles takes 4h 49m on average. On the other hand, flying from Columbus to Los Angeles takes 4h 51m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ohio to Santa Barbara?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Ohio to Santa Barbara

What airlines fly to Santa Barbara?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Santa Barbara from Ohio according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 37% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Santa Barbara. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Santa Barbara on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ohio to Santa Barbara Airport?

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ohio to Santa Barbara Airport?

As of February 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Ohio to Santa Barbara Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Ohio 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 Ohio 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.

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7:30 pm - 5:29 pm

CMH

SBA

24h 59m

1 stop

6:17 pm - 6:21 pm

SBA

CMH

21h 04m

1 stop

$313Alaska Airlines

Fri, Apr 17 - Tue, Apr 21

6:00 am - 11:48 am

DTW

SBA

8h 48m

1 stop

12:38 pm - 11:59 pm

SBA

DTW

8h 21m

1 stop

$322American Airlines

Sat, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 28

7:05 am - 12:10 pm

DTW

SBA

8h 05m

1 stop

2:10 pm - 11:59 pm

SBA

DTW

6h 49m

1 stop

$323United Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

7:00 am - 1:47 pm

CLE

SBA

9h 47m

1 stop

7:20 pm - 5:50 pm

SBA

CLE

19h 30m

1 stop

$323Alaska Airlines

Tue, Mar 17 - Wed, Mar 18

7:05 am - 11:57 am

DTW

SBA

7h 52m

1 stop

4:40 pm - 9:25 am

SBA

DTW

13h 45m

2 stops

$327American Airlines

Sat, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 28

9:10 am - 5:07 pm

DTW

SBA

10h 57m

2 stops

1:02 pm - 10:25 pm

SBA

DTW

6h 23m

1 stop

$328United Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

5:46 pm - 9:54 pm

DTW

SBA

7h 08m

1 stop

12:39 pm - 11:58 pm

SBA

DTW

8h 19m

1 stop

$333Delta

Wed, Apr 8 - Mon, Apr 13

5:45 am - 3:55 pm

CVG

SBA

13h 10m

2 stops

6:15 am - 8:15 pm

SBA

CVG

11h 00m

2 stops

$343Southwest

Fri, Mar 20 - Wed, Mar 25

5:23 pm - 9:54 pm

PIT

SBA

7h 31m

1 stop

4:50 pm - 9:04 am

SBA

PIT

13h 14m

2 stops

$358Delta

Mon, Mar 9 - Thu, Mar 12

3:30 pm - 10:30 pm

CMH

SBA

10h 00m

2 stops

6:40 am - 8:35 pm

SBA

CMH

10h 55m

2 stops

$378Southwest

Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Apr 21

Alaska Airlines flights from Ohio to Santa Barbara

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Alaska Airlines

Apr 17

CMH7:30 pmColumbus

24h 59m

1 stop

SBA5:29 pmSanta Barbara

Apr 21

SBA6:17 pmSanta Barbara

21h 04m

1 stop

CMH6:21 pmColumbus

$313

Alaska Airlines

Mar 17

CLE7:00 amCleveland Hopkins Intl

9h 47m

1 stop

SBA1:47 pmSanta Barbara

Mar 18

SBA7:20 pmSanta Barbara

19h 30m

1 stop

CLE5:50 pmCleveland Hopkins Intl

$323

Alaska Airlines

Mar 19

PIT7:24 pmPittsburgh

26h 08m

1 stop

SBA6:32 pmSanta Barbara

Mar 21

SBA7:20 pmSanta Barbara

20h 08m

1 stop

PIT6:28 pmPittsburgh

$353

United Airlines flights from Ohio to Santa Barbara

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United Airlines

Mar 4

DTW7:05 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 05m

1 stop

SBA12:10 pmSanta Barbara

Mar 11

SBA2:10 pmSanta Barbara

6h 49m

1 stop

DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$323

United Airlines

Mar 4

DTW9:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10h 57m

2 stops

SBA5:07 pmSanta Barbara

Mar 11

SBA1:02 pmSanta Barbara

6h 23m

1 stop

DTW10:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$328

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Mar 4

PIT6:30 amPittsburgh

8h 40m

1 stop

SBA12:10 pmSanta Barbara

Mar 6

SBA1:02 pmSanta Barbara

6h 22m

1 stop

PIT10:24 pmPittsburgh

$343

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ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Fri 4/17

7:30 pm-5:29 pm

1 stop24h 59m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/21

6:17 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop21h 04m

$313

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop8h 48m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/28

12:38 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$322

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

7:05 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/11

2:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$323

ClevelandSanta Barbara

CLE - SBA

CLESBA

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Tue 3/17

7:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop9h 47m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/18

7:20 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$323

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/21

7:05 am-11:57 am

1 stop7h 52m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/28

4:40 pm-9:25 am

2 stops13h 45m

$327

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

9:10 am-5:07 pm

2 stops10h 57m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/11

1:02 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$328

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/8

5:46 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/13

12:39 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$333

CincinnatiSanta Barbara

CVG - SBA

CVGSBA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 3/20

5:45 am-3:55 pm

2 stops13h 10m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/25

6:15 am-8:15 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$343

PittsburghSanta Barbara

PIT - SBA

PITSBA

Pittsburgh

Mon 3/9

5:23 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/12

4:50 pm-9:04 am

2 stops13h 14m

$358

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Thu 4/16

3:30 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/21

6:40 am-8:35 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$378

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Ohio, with most prices found around $334. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of May, then departing from Ohio during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $336.

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

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ohio to Santa Barbara flight.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Ohio to Santa Barbara Airport?
Prices for flights from Ohio to Santa Barbara Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Ohio to Santa Barbara Airport?
As of February 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Ohio to Santa Barbara Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Ohio 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 Ohio 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.

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Delta	PriceFrom $209	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,131 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,212 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
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Southwest	PriceFrom $337	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,271 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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