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

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

What airlines fly to Cancún?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from Santa Barbara according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to Cancún on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

There are 3 operators available for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Cancun Airport as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to Cancun 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 Santa Barbara Airport to Cancun Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cancun 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 Cancun Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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8:45 am - 9:11 pm

SBA

CUN

9h 26m1 stop

1:40 pm - 8:56 pm

CUN

SBA

10h 16m1 stop

$461Delta

Tue, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 13

8:45 am - 12:00 pm

SBA

CUN

24h 15m2 stops

5:45 pm - 12:16 pm

CUN

SBA

21h 31m2 stops

$466Delta

Tue, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 13

6:00 am - 8:45 pm

SBA

CUN

11h 45m2 stops

4:26 pm - 9:24 am

CUN

SBA

19h 58m2 stops

$489American Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 2

6:00 am - 8:45 pm

SBA

CUN

11h 45m2 stops

5:15 pm - 11:46 am

CUN

SBA

21h 31m1 stop

$497American Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Mon, Feb 2

8:45 am - 9:11 pm

SBA

CUN

9h 26m1 stop

3:45 pm - 9:55 pm

CUN

SBA

9h 10m1 stop

$501Delta

Tue, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 9

8:45 am - 9:11 pm

SBA

CUN

9h 26m1 stop

12:15 pm - 12:16 pm

CUN

SBA

27h 01m2 stops

$506Delta

Tue, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 9

8:45 am - 3:25 pm

SBA

CUN

27h 40m2 stops

5:45 pm - 12:16 pm

CUN

SBA

21h 31m2 stops

$511Delta

Thu, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 13

7:48 pm - 1:00 pm

SBA

CUN

15h 12m2 stops

4:06 pm - 8:58 am

CUN

SBA

18h 52m2 stops

$519American Airlines

Fri, Apr 24 - Tue, Apr 28

7:48 pm - 9:55 am

SBA

CUN

12h 07m2 stops

1:05 pm - 11:36 am

CUN

SBA

24h 31m1 stop

$530American Airlines

Fri, Apr 24 - Tue, Apr 28

8:45 am - 9:11 pm

SBA

CUN

9h 26m1 stop

12:15 pm - 8:56 pm

CUN

SBA

11h 41m1 stop

$546Delta

Tue, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 12

Delta flights from Santa Barbara to Cancún

Our best Delta deals on Santa Barbara to Cancún flight tickets

Delta

Jan 6

SBA8:45 amSanta Barbara

9h 26m

1 stop

CUN9:11 pmCancun

Jan 13

CUN1:40 pmCancun

10h 16m

1 stop

SBA8:56 pmSanta Barbara

$461

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Delta

Jan 6

SBA8:45 amSanta Barbara

24h 15m

2 stops

CUN12:00 pmCancun

Jan 13

CUN5:45 pmCancun

21h 31m

2 stops

SBA12:16 pmSanta Barbara

$466

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Delta

Jan 6

SBA8:45 amSanta Barbara

9h 26m

1 stop

CUN9:11 pmCancun

Jan 9

CUN3:45 pmCancun

9h 10m

1 stop

SBA9:55 pmSanta Barbara

$501

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American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Cancún

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American Airlines

Jan 27

SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara

11h 45m

2 stops

CUN8:45 pmCancun

Feb 2

CUN4:26 pmCancun

19h 58m

2 stops

SBA9:24 amSanta Barbara

$489

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American Airlines

Jan 27

SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara

11h 45m

2 stops

CUN8:45 pmCancun

Feb 2

CUN5:15 pmCancun

21h 31m

1 stop

SBA11:46 amSanta Barbara

$497

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American Airlines

Apr 24

SBA7:48 pmSanta Barbara

15h 12m

2 stops

CUN1:00 pmCancun

Apr 28

CUN4:06 pmCancun

18h 52m

2 stops

SBA8:58 amSanta Barbara

$519

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Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/6

8:45 am-9:11 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Cancun

Tue 1/13

1:40 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop10h 16m

$461

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/6

8:45 am-12:00 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Cancun

Tue 1/13

5:45 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops21h 31m

$466

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-8:45 pm

2 stops11h 45m

Cancun

Mon 2/2

4:26 pm-9:24 am

2 stops19h 58m

$489

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-8:45 pm

2 stops11h 45m

Cancun

Mon 2/2

5:15 pm-11:46 am

1 stop21h 31m

$497

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/6

8:45 am-9:11 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Cancun

Fri 1/9

3:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$501

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/6

8:45 am-9:11 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Cancun

Fri 1/9

12:15 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops27h 01m

$506

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/8

8:45 am-3:25 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Cancun

Tue 1/13

5:45 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops21h 31m

$511

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/24

7:48 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops15h 12m

Cancun

Tue 4/28

4:06 pm-8:58 am

2 stops18h 52m

$519

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/24

7:48 pm-9:55 am

2 stops12h 07m

Cancun

Tue 4/28

1:05 pm-11:36 am

1 stop24h 31m

$530

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/6

8:45 am-9:11 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Cancun

Mon 1/12

12:15 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop11h 41m

$546

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in August, then you should wait until November to fly from Santa Barbara, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $442.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cancún?

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Barbara to Cancún is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $457. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $551. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cancún.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cancún?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cancún is in the afternoon. Flights from Santa Barbara to Cancún during this time can be as low as $270. Flights to Cancún are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $538. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to Cancún flight.

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Cancún

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Santa Barbara to Cancún according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	7h 35m
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The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Cancún takes 7h 35m

There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to Cancún. There are no popular flight routes from Santa Barbara to Cancún.

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How far is Santa Barbara to Cancun by plane?
The straight-line distance from Santa Barbara to Cancun is 2193.8 mi. Typically, this will take 7h 35m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Cancun Airport?
Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Cancun Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Cancun Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Cancun Airport as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to Cancun 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 Santa Barbara Airport to Cancun Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cancun 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 Cancun 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 Santa Barbara to Cancún?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Santa Barbara and Cancún, the leading airline is Delta, making up 47% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 34% and American Airlines with 19%.

Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Cancún

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $215	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,011 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $506	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,056 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $545	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,114 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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