What airlines fly to New York?

JetBlue, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to New York from Santa Barbara according to our data. JetBlue is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to New York. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to New York on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Santa Barbara to New York

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Santa Barbara and New York?

Phoenix (PHX) was the most common stop: 30% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Santa Barbara to New York?

Denver (DEN) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 04m.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Santa Barbara to New York?

Flights connecting via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 08m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Santa Barbara to New York?

Flights via Los Angeles (LAX) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $319.

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

Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to New York refresh daily.

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

As of August 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to New York.

How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to New York?

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 New York.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:35 am - 5:15 pmSBA Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia

7h 40m1 stop Denver Intl

12:00 pm - 8:40 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara

11h 40m2 stops Nashville Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$291Southwest

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3

12:33 pm - 11:35 pmSBA Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia

8h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:23 am - 12:44 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$292United Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 26

12:32 pm - 11:58 pmSBA Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

8h 26m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

12:30 pm - 6:58 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 28m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$297American Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 26

12:32 pm - 11:58 pmSBA Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

8h 26m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

12:30 pm - 6:58 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 28m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$297American Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26

12:53 pm - 11:40 pmSBA Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

7h 47m1 stop Salt Lake City

6:45 am - 11:53 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 08m1 stop Salt Lake City

$297Delta

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10

12:53 pm - 11:40 pmSBA Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

7h 47m1 stop Salt Lake City

6:00 am - 12:03 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 03m1 stop Salt Lake City

$297Delta

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

5:35 am - 5:50 pmSBA Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia

9h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Chicago Midway

12:00 pm - 8:40 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara

11h 40m2 stops Nashville Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$297Southwest

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3

6:33 am - 7:54 pmSBA Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia

10h 21m2 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl

7:23 am - 12:44 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$298United Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 26

6:08 am - 10:59 pmSBA Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

13h 51m1 stop San Diego

8:25 pm - 9:32 amJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

16h 07m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$338Alaska Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12

5:36 pm - 5:59 amSBA Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 23m1 stop Portland

5:20 pm - 4:59 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

26h 39m1 stop Portland

$359Alaska Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22

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5:30 am - 5:20 pmSBA Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia

8h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

6:30 am - 5:45 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara

14h 15m1 stop Denver Intl

$480Southwest

Mon, Aug 17 - Fri, Sep 11

5:30 am - 5:20 pmSBA Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia

8h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

2:35 pm - 10:15 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara

10h 40m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$480Southwest

Mon, Aug 17 - Fri, Sep 11

12:20 pm - 11:03 pmSBA Santa Barbara-EWR Newark

7h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:30 am - 11:35 amEWR Newark-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$500American Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Fri, Sep 11

6:33 am - 6:00 pmSBA Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

8h 27m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

12:29 pm - 6:58 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 29m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$503American Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Fri, Sep 11

1:00 pm - 11:24 pmSBA Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia

7h 24m1 stop Denver Intl

7:29 am - 12:59 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 30m1 stop Denver Intl

$503United Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Fri, Sep 11

12:33 pm - 11:10 pmSBA Santa Barbara-LGA New York LaGuardia

7h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:25 pm - 7:54 pmLGA New York LaGuardia-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$598United Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 15

6:00 am - 4:36 pmSBA Santa Barbara-EWR Newark

7h 36m1 stop San Diego

5:36 pm - 10:14 amEWR Newark-SBA Santa Barbara

19h 38m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$659Alaska Airlines

Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 17

6:00 am - 10:56 pmSBA Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

13h 56m1 stop San Diego

4:57 pm - 11:44 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 47m1 stop San Diego

$690Alaska Airlines

Fri, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 17

4:47 pm - 10:05 amSBA Santa Barbara-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

14h 18m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 4:09 pmJFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

13h 09m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City

$749Delta

Mon, Aug 17 - Fri, Sep 11

4:47 pm - 9:24 amSBA Santa Barbara-EWR Newark

13h 37m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:00 am - 4:09 pmEWR Newark-SBA Santa Barbara

13h 09m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City

$779Delta

Mon, Aug 17 - Fri, Sep 11

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Delta

Oct 6

SBA12:53 pmSanta Barbara

7h 47m

1 stop

JFK11:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Oct 7

JFK6:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

9h 03m

1 stop

SBA12:03 pmSanta Barbara

$297

Delta

Sep 15

SBA12:42 pmSanta Barbara

7h 58m

1 stop

JFK11:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Sep 26

JFK7:10 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

11h 59m

2 stops

SBA4:09 pmSanta Barbara

$302

Delta

Nov 7

SBA4:50 pmSanta Barbara

13h 48m

2 stops

LGA9:38 amNew York LaGuardia

Nov 11

LGA2:50 pmNew York LaGuardia

10h 20m

2 stops

SBA10:10 pmSanta Barbara

$307

Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to New York

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Alaska Airlines

Oct 7

SBA6:08 amSanta Barbara

13h 51m

1 stop

JFK10:59 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Oct 12

JFK8:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

16h 07m

1 stop

SBA9:32 amSanta Barbara

$338

Alaska Airlines

Oct 19

SBA5:36 pmSanta Barbara

9h 23m

1 stop

JFK5:59 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Oct 22

JFK5:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

26h 39m

1 stop

SBA4:59 pmSanta Barbara

$359

Alaska Airlines

Aug 31

SBA3:26 pmSanta Barbara

21h 14m

1 stop

JFK3:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Sep 12

JFK9:55 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

13h 02m

1 stop

SBA7:57 pmSanta Barbara

$362

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Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA Santa Barbara - LGA New York LaGuardia

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/27

6:35 am-5:15 pm

1 stop7h 40m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 11/3

12:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$291

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA Santa Barbara - LGA New York LaGuardia

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/15

12:33 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 02m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/26

7:23 am-12:44 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$292

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA Santa Barbara - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/15

12:32 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 26m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/26

12:30 pm-6:58 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$297

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA Santa Barbara - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/22

12:32 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 26m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/26

12:30 pm-6:58 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$297

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SBA Santa Barbara - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/7

12:53 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 47m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/10

6:45 am-11:53 am

1 stop8h 08m

$297

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA Santa Barbara - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/6

12:53 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 47m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/13

6:00 am-12:03 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$297

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA Santa Barbara - LGA New York LaGuardia

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/27

5:35 am-5:50 pm

2 stops9h 15m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 11/3

12:00 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$297

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA Santa Barbara - LGA New York LaGuardia

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/15

6:33 am-7:54 pm

2 stops10h 21m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 9/26

7:23 am-12:44 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$298

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA Santa Barbara - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/7

6:08 am-10:59 pm

1 stop13h 51m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/12

8:25 pm-9:32 am

1 stop16h 07m

$338

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA Santa Barbara - JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/19

5:36 pm-5:59 am

1 stop9h 23m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/22

5:20 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop26h 39m

$359

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Santa Barbara and New York?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $353 to $487.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $291.

What is the cheapest month to fly to New York?

The cheapest month to fly to New York from Santa Barbara is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $325, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to New York, with average flight prices from Santa Barbara averaging around $367.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New York?

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Barbara to New York is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $427. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Santa Barbara because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $553.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to New York is in the afternoon. Flights from Santa Barbara to New York during this time can be as low as $408. Flights to New York are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $500. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

Can stopping save me money on Santa Barbara to New York flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to New York flight.

How have Santa Barbara to New York flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for Santa Barbara to New York flights are approximately 6% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Santa Barbara to New York

How far is Santa Barbara to New York by plane?
There are 2510.2 mi between Santa Barbara and New York. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 7h 00m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to New York?
Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to New York refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to New York?
As of August 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to New York.
How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to New York?
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 New York.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New York?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to New York may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at New York. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to New York?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Santa Barbara to New York is American Airlines (48% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (34%), Alaska Airlines (7%), and Delta (7%).

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United Airlines	PriceFrom $257	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,111 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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