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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Los Angeles from $157

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5:00 am - 2:20 pmPHL-SBA
12h 20m2 stops
Southwest Logo
1:15 pm - 12:20 amSBA-PHL
8h 05m1 stop
$318Southwest
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Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
Southwest Logo
5:00 am - 2:20 pmPHL-SBA
12h 20m2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:15 am - 12:10 amSBA-PHL
9h 55m2 stops
$323Southwest
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Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
Delta Logo
12:35 pm - 8:14 pmPHL-SBA
10h 39m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:50 am - 5:46 pmSBA-PHL
8h 56m1 stop
$337Delta
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Thu, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 9
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 11:55 amPHL-SBA
8h 40m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 9:36 pmSBA-PHL
13h 31m2 stops
$342United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 9
Delta Logo
2:25 pm - 8:08 pmPHL-SBA
8h 43m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:50 am - 5:38 pmSBA-PHL
8h 48m1 stop
$347Delta
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Sat, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:12 pm - 6:56 pmPHL-SBA
26h 44m1 stop
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7:44 pm - 6:12 pmSBA-PHL
19h 28m1 stop
$349Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
2:01 pm - 6:39 pmPHL-SBA
7h 38m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:22 pm - 1:10 amSBA-PHL
9h 48m1 stop
$350American Airlines
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Fri, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 27
United Airlines Logo
6:34 am - 12:08 pmPHL-SBA
8h 34m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:40 pm - 11:56 amSBA-PHL
12h 16m2 stops
$356United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 8 - Mon, Oct 13
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:12 pm - 6:56 pmPHL-SBA
26h 44m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:44 pm - 6:12 pmSBA-PHL
19h 28m1 stop
$366Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
3:56 pm - 10:08 pmPHL-SBA
9h 12m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:49 pm - 5:25 amSBA-PHL
7h 36m1 stop
$370American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 9

American Airlines flights from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara

Our best American Airlines deals on Philadelphia to Santa Barbara flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 19
PHL2:01 pmPhiladelphia
7h 38m
1 stop
SBA6:39 pmSanta Barbara
Sep 27
SBA12:22 pmSanta Barbara
9h 48m
1 stop
PHL1:10 amPhiladelphia
$350
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American Airlines
Nov 6
PHL3:56 pmPhiladelphia
9h 12m
1 stop
SBA10:08 pmSanta Barbara
Nov 9
SBA6:49 pmSanta Barbara
7h 36m
1 stop
PHL5:25 amPhiladelphia
$370
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American Airlines
Sep 5
PHL5:00 amPhiladelphia
10h 28m
2 stops
SBA12:28 pmSanta Barbara
Sep 26
SBA1:17 pmSanta Barbara
6h 58m
1 stop
PHL11:15 pmPhiladelphia
$377
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Delta flights from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara

Our best Delta deals on Philadelphia to Santa Barbara flight tickets
Delta
Dec 4
PHL12:35 pmPhiladelphia
10h 39m
1 stop
SBA8:14 pmSanta Barbara
Dec 9
SBA5:50 amSanta Barbara
8h 56m
1 stop
PHL5:46 pmPhiladelphia
$337
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Delta
Oct 11
PHL2:25 pmPhiladelphia
8h 43m
1 stop
SBA8:08 pmSanta Barbara
Oct 18
SBA5:50 amSanta Barbara
8h 48m
1 stop
PHL5:38 pmPhiladelphia
$347
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Delta
Oct 11
PHL2:25 pmPhiladelphia
8h 43m
1 stop
SBA8:08 pmSanta Barbara
Oct 18
SBA8:35 amSanta Barbara
11h 30m
2 stops
PHL11:05 pmPhiladelphia
$352
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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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PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Thu 10/23

5:00 am-2:20 pm

2 stops12h 20m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/27

1:15 pm-12:20 am

1 stop8h 05m

$318

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Thu 10/23

5:00 am-2:20 pm

2 stops12h 20m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/27

11:15 am-12:10 am

2 stops9h 55m

$323

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Thu 12/4

12:35 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop10h 39m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/9

5:50 am-5:46 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$337

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Thu 12/4

6:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 40m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/9

5:05 am-9:36 pm

2 stops13h 31m

$342

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Sat 10/11

2:25 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop8h 43m

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/18

5:50 am-5:38 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$347

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Fri 11/14

7:12 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop26h 44m

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/17

7:44 pm-6:12 pm

1 stop19h 28m

$349

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Fri 9/19

2:01 pm-6:39 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/27

12:22 pm-1:10 am

1 stop9h 48m

$350

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Wed 10/8

6:34 am-12:08 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/13

8:40 pm-11:56 am

2 stops12h 16m

$356

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Fri 11/14

7:12 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop26h 44m

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/17

7:44 pm-6:12 pm

1 stop19h 28m

$366

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Thu 11/6

3:56 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop9h 12m

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/9

6:49 pm-5:25 am

1 stop7h 36m

$370

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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 November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Philadelphia, with most prices found around $421. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of November, then departing from Philadelphia during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $446.

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 Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $432. 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 Philadelphia because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $616.

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 at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from Philadelphia to Santa Barbara at noon for as low as $458. 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 $521 on average. Flights to Santa Barbara from Philadelphia in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Santa Barbara for around $506 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 $385 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Philadelphia to Santa Barbara flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Santa Barbara flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Philadelphia to Santa Barbara flights are approximately 6% 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

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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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  • 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 7h 38m.

  • 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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Rating
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $303Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $346Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,977 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $358Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,944 reviews
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