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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago from $126

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Alaska Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 1:10 pmSBA-ORD
27h 50m1 stop
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8:00 am - 1:53 pmORD-SBA
7h 53m1 stop
$250Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 4
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6:00 am - 2:16 pmSBA-ORD
6h 16m1 stop
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5:00 am - 11:46 amORD-SBA
8h 46m1 stop
$251American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 4
American Airlines Logo
12:26 pm - 11:44 pmSBA-ORD
9h 18m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:46 amORD-SBA
8h 46m1 stop
$256American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 4
United Airlines Logo
12:15 pm - 6:35 pmSBA-ORD
4h 20mnonstop
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8:50 am - 11:38 amORD-SBA
4h 48mnonstop
$269United Airlines
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Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 9
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 2:34 pmSBA-ORD
7h 04m1 stop
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8:50 am - 11:38 amORD-SBA
4h 48mnonstop
$275United Airlines
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Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 9
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 2:34 pmSBA-ORD
7h 04m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 1:32 pmORD-SBA
6h 42m1 stop
$284United Airlines
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Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 9
American Airlines Logo
6:54 pm - 5:34 amSBA-ORD
8h 40m1 stop
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5:00 am - 9:43 amORD-SBA
6h 43m1 stop
$289American Airlines
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Sat, Dec 27 - Thu, Jan 1
Delta Logo
12:35 pm - 9:52 pmSBA-ORD
7h 17m1 stop
Delta Logo
1:58 pm - 10:05 pmORD-SBA
10h 07m2 stops
$294Delta
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Fri, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 9
American Airlines Logo
12:26 pm - 11:44 pmSBA-ORD
9h 18m2 stops
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10:19 am - 6:33 pmORD-SBA
10h 14m2 stops
$305American Airlines
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Sat, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:19 pm - 6:21 amSBA-ORD
9h 02m1 stop
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6:00 am - 6:51 pmORD-SBA
14h 51m1 stop
$313Alaska Airlines
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Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Chicago flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jan 31
SBA7:20 amSanta Barbara
27h 50m
1 stop
ORD1:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 4
ORD8:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 53m
1 stop
SBA1:53 pmSanta Barbara
$250
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Alaska Airlines
Dec 14
SBA7:19 pmSanta Barbara
9h 02m
1 stop
ORD6:21 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 5
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 51m
1 stop
SBA6:51 pmSanta Barbara
$313
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Alaska Airlines
Feb 6
SBA7:20 amSanta Barbara
14h 30m
2 stops
ORD11:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 9
ORD6:06 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
27h 41m
2 stops
SBA7:47 pmSanta Barbara
$337
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American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago

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American Airlines
Jan 31
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
6h 16m
1 stop
ORD2:16 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 4
ORD5:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 46m
1 stop
SBA11:46 amSanta Barbara
$251
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American Airlines
Jan 31
SBA12:26 pmSanta Barbara
9h 18m
2 stops
ORD11:44 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 4
ORD5:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 46m
1 stop
SBA11:46 amSanta Barbara
$256
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American Airlines
Dec 27
SBA6:54 pmSanta Barbara
8h 40m
1 stop
ORD5:34 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 1
ORD5:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 43m
1 stop
SBA9:43 amSanta Barbara
$289
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Price

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/31

7:20 am-1:10 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$250

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-2:16 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

5:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 46m

$251

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/31

12:26 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

5:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 46m

$256

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/2

12:15 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

8:50 am-11:38 am

Nonstop4h 48m

$269

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/2

5:30 am-2:34 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

8:50 am-11:38 am

Nonstop4h 48m

$275

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/2

5:30 am-2:34 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

8:50 am-1:32 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$284

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/27

6:54 pm-5:34 am

1 stop8h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

5:00 am-9:43 am

1 stop6h 43m

$289

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/6

12:35 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/9

1:58 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops10h 07m

$294

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/31

12:26 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

10:19 am-6:33 pm

2 stops10h 14m

$305

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sun 12/14

7:19 pm-6:21 am

1 stop9h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/5

6:00 am-6:51 pm

1 stop14h 51m

$313

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of June is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Santa Barbara, with most prices found around $369. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in June, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Santa Barbara to Chicago during March average around $380.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $358. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Santa Barbara to Chicago for around $441.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the afternoon. Flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago during this time can be as low as $274. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $458.

What is the cheapest Santa Barbara to Chicago flight route?

Fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best Santa Barbara - Chicago flight prices

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

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for Santa Barbara to Chicago flights are approximately 66% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago

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

$637

Fastest flight time

4h 20m

Direct flights

Fri and Sun

Airports in Chicago

1 airport
The best flight deal from Santa Barbara to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $637
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago takes 4h 20m
Direct flights go from Santa Barbara to Chicago on Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
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  • How far is Santa Barbara to Chicago by plane?

    A flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago will travel around 1804.1 mi. Typically, this will take 4h 20m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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

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

    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 Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

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

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Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Chicago

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SouthwestPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,255 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,012 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $318Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,058 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $356Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,044 reviews
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