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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois from $160

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United Airlines Logo
4:03 pm - 12:59 am
SBA
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ORD
6h 56m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 11:25 am
ORD
-
SBA
4h 40mnonstop
$309United Airlines
Fri, Jul 3 - Sat, Jul 4
United Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 8:23 pm
SBA
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ORD
4h 23mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 11:25 am
ORD
-
SBA
4h 40mnonstop
$314United Airlines
Fri, Jul 3 - Sat, Jul 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:42 pm - 11:36 pm
SBA
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ORD
7h 54m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 2:02 pm
ORD
-
SBA
9h 42m
1 stop
$319Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jun 19 - Sun, Jun 21
American Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 6:19 am
SBA
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ORD
9h 04m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:10 am
ORD
-
SBA
6h 10m
1 stop
$334American Airlines
Sun, Jun 21 - Sat, Jun 27
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:45 pm - 6:20 am
SBA
-
ORD
9h 35m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:07 pm - 7:49 pm
ORD
-
SBA
7h 42m
1 stop
$349Alaska Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Nov 4
Southwest Logo
2:05 pm - 11:45 pm
SBA
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STL
7h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:20 pm - 10:25 pm
STL
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SBA
7h 05m
1 stop
$395Southwest
Wed, Jun 24 - Wed, Jul 1
Southwest Logo
5:05 am - 3:10 pm
SBA
-
STL
8h 05m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:20 pm - 10:25 pm
STL
-
SBA
7h 05m
1 stop
$400Southwest
Wed, Jun 24 - Wed, Jul 1
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 1:21 pm
SBA
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STL
5h 26m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 10:08 pm
STL
-
SBA
7h 08m
1 stop
$408Delta
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 26
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 12:36 am
SBA
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STL
5h 36m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 12:18 pm
STL
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SBA
6h 48m
1 stop
$412Delta
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 26
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 7:07 pm
SBA
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STL
10h 57m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
10:14 am - 6:58 pm
STL
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SBA
10h 44m
2 stops
$418American Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 26

Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Illinois flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jun 19
SBA1:42 pmSanta Barbara
7h 54m
1 stop
ORD11:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 21
ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 42m
1 stop
SBA2:02 pmSanta Barbara
$319
Alaska Airlines
Oct 12
SBA6:45 pmSanta Barbara
9h 35m
1 stop
ORD6:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 31
ORD7:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 53m
1 stop
SBA2:13 pmSanta Barbara
$349
Alaska Airlines
Jun 25
SBA1:42 pmSanta Barbara
7h 54m
1 stop
ORD11:36 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 29
ORD7:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
20h 03m
1 stop
SBA2:02 pmSanta Barbara
$364

United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois

Our best United Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Illinois flight tickets
United Airlines
Jul 3
SBA4:03 pmSanta Barbara
6h 56m
1 stop
ORD12:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 4
ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 40m
SBA11:25 amSanta Barbara
$309
United Airlines
Jul 3
SBA2:00 pmSanta Barbara
4h 23m
ORD8:23 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jul 4
ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 40m
SBA11:25 amSanta Barbara
$314
United Airlines
Jun 26
SBA1:58 pmSanta Barbara
9h 01m
1 stop
ORD12:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 30
ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 40m
SBA11:25 amSanta Barbara
$324

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Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Fri 7/3

4:03 pm-12:59 am

1 stop6h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/4

8:45 am-11:25 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$309
Quickest round-trip

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Fri 7/3

2:00 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/4

8:45 am-11:25 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$314

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/19

1:42 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop7h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/21

6:20 am-2:02 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$319

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sun 6/21

7:15 pm-6:19 am

1 stop9h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/27

5:00 am-9:10 am

1 stop6h 10m

$334

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/12

6:45 pm-6:20 am

1 stop9h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/4

2:07 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$349

Santa BarbaraSt. Louis

SBA - STL

SBASTL

Santa Barbara

Wed 6/24

2:05 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 7/1

5:20 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$395

Santa BarbaraSt. Louis

SBA - STL

SBASTL

Santa Barbara

Wed 6/24

5:05 am-3:10 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 7/1

5:20 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$400

Santa BarbaraSt. Louis

SBA - STL

SBASTL

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/9

5:55 am-1:21 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/26

5:00 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$408

Santa BarbaraSt. Louis

SBA - STL

SBASTL

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/9

5:00 pm-12:36 am

1 stop5h 36m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/26

7:30 am-12:18 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$412

Santa BarbaraSt. Louis

SBA - STL

SBASTL

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/9

6:10 am-7:07 pm

2 stops10h 57m

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/26

10:14 am-6:58 pm

2 stops10h 44m

$418

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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 August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $218, 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 August, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $223.

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 $351. 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 $404. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $468.

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

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

There are 3 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 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to Illinois flight.

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Best Price Found

$198

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 $198. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $362.
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.

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

  • 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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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom $279Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,749 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $318Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,629 reviews
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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Illinois from Santa Barbara which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Illinois from Santa Barbara.

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