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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles from $199

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American Airlines Logo
3:58 pm - 11:19 pm
PHL
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SBA
10h 21m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 12:11 am
SBA
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PHL
8h 09m
1 stop
$409American Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Tue, May 19
Delta Logo
5:45 am - 11:55 am
PHL
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SBA
9h 10m
2 stops
Delta Logo
4:45 pm - 9:27 am
SBA
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PHL
13h 42m
2 stops
$419Delta
Sat, May 30 - Tue, Jun 2
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:07 pm
PHL
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SBA
9h 07m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:53 pm - 8:00 am
SBA
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PHL
10h 07m
1 stop
$421United Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 11
American Airlines Logo
8:40 am - 3:41 pm
PHL
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SBA
10h 01m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 7:40 am
SBA
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PHL
9h 27m
2 stops
$426American Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 11
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:12 pm
PHL
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SBA
10h 12m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 7:00 am
SBA
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PHL
8h 47m
1 stop
$442American Airlines
Tue, May 12 - Fri, May 15
American Airlines Logo
1:42 pm - 6:08 pm
PHL
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SBA
7h 26m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 9:36 am
SBA
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PHL
11h 23m
2 stops
$447American Airlines
Tue, May 12 - Fri, May 15
Delta Logo
10:32 am - 9:50 pm
PHL
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SBA
14h 18m
2 stops
Delta Logo
4:45 pm - 9:27 am
SBA
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PHL
13h 42m
2 stops
$448Delta
Thu, May 14 - Tue, May 19
American Airlines Logo
10:55 am - 6:08 pm
PHL
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SBA
10h 13m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 9:36 am
SBA
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PHL
11h 23m
2 stops
$452American Airlines
Tue, May 12 - Fri, May 15
American Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 6:08 pm
PHL
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SBA
10h 38m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 7:40 am
SBA
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PHL
9h 27m
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$453American Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 11
American Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 11:19 pm
PHL
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SBA
8h 49m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 7:00 am
SBA
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PHL
8h 47m
1 stop
$454American Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Sun, May 17

Southwest flights from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara

Our best Southwest deals on Philadelphia to Santa Barbara flight tickets
Southwest
May 23
PHL11:15 amPhiladelphia
12h 50m
2 stops
SBA9:05 pmSanta Barbara
May 29
SBA6:20 amSanta Barbara
8h 35m
1 stop
PHL5:55 pmPhiladelphia
$498
Southwest
Aug 2
PHL5:00 amPhiladelphia
9h 15m
2 stops
SBA11:15 amSanta Barbara
Aug 9
SBA6:35 amSanta Barbara
10h 35m
1 stop
PHL8:10 pmPhiladelphia
$508
Southwest
Jul 16
PHL4:45 pmPhiladelphia
9h 45m
2 stops
SBA11:30 pmSanta Barbara
Jul 18
SBA5:05 amSanta Barbara
15h 30m
2 stops
PHL11:35 pmPhiladelphia
$513

American Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara

Our best American Airlines deals on Philadelphia to Santa Barbara flight tickets
American Airlines
May 14
PHL3:58 pmPhiladelphia
10h 21m
1 stop
SBA11:19 pmSanta Barbara
May 19
SBA1:02 pmSanta Barbara
8h 09m
1 stop
PHL12:11 amPhiladelphia
$409
American Airlines
May 7
PHL8:40 amPhiladelphia
10h 01m
1 stop
SBA3:41 pmSanta Barbara
May 11
SBA7:13 pmSanta Barbara
9h 27m
2 stops
PHL7:40 amPhiladelphia
$426
American Airlines
May 12
PHL5:00 amPhiladelphia
10h 12m
1 stop
SBA12:12 pmSanta Barbara
May 15
SBA7:13 pmSanta Barbara
8h 47m
1 stop
PHL7:00 amPhiladelphia
$442

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PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Thu 5/14

3:58 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop10h 21m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/19

1:02 pm-12:11 am

1 stop8h 09m

$409

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Sat 5/30

5:45 am-11:55 am

2 stops9h 10m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/2

4:45 pm-9:27 am

2 stops13h 42m

$419

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Thu 5/7

6:00 am-12:07 pm

1 stop9h 07m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/11

6:53 pm-8:00 am

1 stop10h 07m

$421

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Thu 5/7

8:40 am-3:41 pm

1 stop10h 01m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/11

7:13 pm-7:40 am

2 stops9h 27m

$426

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Tue 5/12

5:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/15

7:13 pm-7:00 am

1 stop8h 47m

$442

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Tue 5/12

1:42 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/15

7:13 pm-9:36 am

2 stops11h 23m

$447

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Thu 5/14

10:32 am-9:50 pm

2 stops14h 18m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/19

4:45 pm-9:27 am

2 stops13h 42m

$448

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Tue 5/12

10:55 am-6:08 pm

2 stops10h 13m

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/15

7:13 pm-9:36 am

2 stops11h 23m

$452

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Thu 5/7

10:30 am-6:08 pm

2 stops10h 38m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/11

7:13 pm-7:40 am

2 stops9h 27m

$453
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PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Thu 5/14

5:30 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/17

7:13 pm-7:00 am

1 stop8h 47m

$454

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Philadelphia, with most prices found around $391. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of September, then departing from Philadelphia during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $416.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Santa Barbara from Philadelphia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Santa Barbara for around $500 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Santa Barbara from Philadelphia for as low as $376 on momondo.

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

As of April 2026, prices for Philadelphia to Santa Barbara flights are approximately 27% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara

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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara

Fastest flight time

8h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara takes 8h 10m
There are no direct flights from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara. There are no popular flight routes from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara

  • How far is Philadelphia to Santa Barbara by plane?

    There are 2454.2 mi between Philadelphia and Santa Barbara. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 8h 10m.

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

    Prices for flights from Philadelphia Airport to Santa Barbara Airport refresh daily.

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

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Philadelphia Airport to Santa Barbara Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Santa Barbara Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Santa Barbara Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara?

Best airlines flying from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara

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SouthwestPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,330 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $233Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,604 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $265Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,424 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $394Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,605 reviews
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