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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois from $129

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6:00 am - 5:20 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 20m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Omaha Eppley Airfield
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6:05 pm - 11:50 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$129Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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10:55 am - 10:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 05m1 stop San Diego
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6:05 pm - 11:50 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$130Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:00 am - 5:20 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MDW Chicago Midway
9h 20m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Omaha Eppley Airfield
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5:55 am - 1:15 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 20m2 stops Denver Intl San Diego
$135Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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3:15 pm - 12:10 amSBA  Santa Barbara-MDW Chicago Midway
6h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:45 pm - 10:05 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$272Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
12:51 pm - 9:58 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 07m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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1:26 pm - 6:29 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 03m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$305American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 11:34 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 49m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$325American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 11:38 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$325American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
United Airlines Logo
2:21 pm - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MLI Moline Quad-City
6h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:31 pm - 10:03 pmMLI  Moline Quad-City-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
$384United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
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10:50 am - 10:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-MLI Moline Quad-City
10h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:31 pm - 10:03 pmMLI  Moline Quad-City-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
$389United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Nov 25
United Airlines Logo
2:21 pm - 8:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 19mnonstop
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10:26 am - 1:19 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 53mnonstop
$399United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

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Delta flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois

Our best Delta deals on Santa Barbara to Illinois flight tickets
Delta
Nov 12
SBA5:41 amSanta Barbara
9h 00m
2 stops
ORD4:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 18
ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 35m
1 stop
SBA12:05 pmSanta Barbara
$437
Delta
Jan 1
SBA5:50 amSanta Barbara
6h 01m
1 stop
ORD1:51 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 5
ORD5:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 55m
1 stop
SBA10:10 pmSanta Barbara
$439
Delta
Nov 12
SBA5:41 amSanta Barbara
9h 00m
2 stops
ORD4:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 18
ORD5:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
12h 33m
2 stops
SBA4:03 pmSanta Barbara
$442

United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois

Our best United Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Illinois flight tickets
United Airlines
Nov 18
SBA2:21 pmSanta Barbara
6h 38m
1 stop
MLI10:59 pmMoline Quad-City
Nov 25
MLI2:31 pmMoline Quad-City
9h 32m
2 stops
SBA10:03 pmSanta Barbara
$384
United Airlines
Nov 18
SBA10:50 amSanta Barbara
10h 09m
2 stops
MLI10:59 pmMoline Quad-City
Nov 25
MLI2:31 pmMoline Quad-City
9h 32m
2 stops
SBA10:03 pmSanta Barbara
$389
United Airlines
Dec 3
SBA2:21 pmSanta Barbara
4h 19m
ORD8:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 6
ORD10:26 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 53m
SBA1:19 pmSanta Barbara
$399

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Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA Santa Barbara - MDW Chicago Midway

SBAMDW

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/3

6:00 am-5:20 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/6

6:05 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$129

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA Santa Barbara - MDW Chicago Midway

SBAMDW

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/3

10:55 am-10:00 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/6

6:05 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$130

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA Santa Barbara - MDW Chicago Midway

SBAMDW

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/3

6:00 am-5:20 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/6

5:55 am-1:15 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$135

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA Santa Barbara - MDW Chicago Midway

SBAMDW

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/12

3:15 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 55m

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/18

5:45 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$272

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA Santa Barbara - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/4

12:51 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/11

1:26 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$305

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA Santa Barbara - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/19

12:45 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/23

5:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$325

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA Santa Barbara - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/5

12:45 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/8

5:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$325

Santa BarbaraMoline

SBA Santa Barbara - MLI Moline Quad-City

SBAMLI

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/18

2:21 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 11/25

2:31 pm-10:03 pm

2 stops9h 32m

$384

Santa BarbaraMoline

SBA Santa Barbara - MLI Moline Quad-City

SBAMLI

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/18

10:50 am-10:59 pm

2 stops10h 09m

Moline Quad-City

Wed 11/25

2:31 pm-10:03 pm

2 stops9h 32m

$389
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Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA Santa Barbara - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/3

2:21 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/6

10:26 am-1:19 pm

Nonstop4h 53m

$399

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Santa Barbara is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $343, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Illinois during the month of January, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $346.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Barbara to Illinois is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $406. Flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois on a Monday will generally be more expensive and average around $658. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Illinois is in the morning. Flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois during this time can be as low as $433. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $500.

What is the cheapest Santa Barbara to Illinois flight route?

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from Santa Barbara when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $438 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from Santa Barbara for as low as $301 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Santa Barbara to Illinois flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

You could potentially save up to 33% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to Illinois flight.

Cheap Santa Barbara to Illinois flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$136

Fastest flight time

4h 19m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Illinois

98 airports
The best one-way flight to Illinois from Santa Barbara in the past 72 hours is $136. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $129.
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois takes 4h 19m
Direct flights go from Santa Barbara to Illinois every day.
There are 98 airports in Illinois. From Santa Barbara there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Santa Barbara to Illinois

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

    Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Illinois are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

    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 Santa Barbara Airport to Illinois.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Illinois trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Santa Barbara to Illinois?

Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Illinois

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Rating
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Price
American AirlinesPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
7.0
12,192 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
7.3
10,432 reviews
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