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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago from $119

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Delta Logo
12:39 pm - 9:35 pm
SBA
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ORD
6h 56m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:15 am - 12:18 pm
ORD
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SBA
7h 03m
1 stop
$237Delta
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 19
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12:39 pm - 9:35 pm
SBA
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ORD
6h 56m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:18 pm
ORD
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SBA
8h 18m
2 stops
$242Delta
Wed, May 6 - Sat, May 9
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12:15 pm - 6:15 pm
SBA
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ORD
4h 00mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 11:15 am
ORD
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SBA
4h 30mnonstop
$269United Airlines
Thu, Apr 9 - Mon, Apr 13
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7:25 am - 7:28 pm
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ORD
10h 03m
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3:43 pm - 11:34 pm
ORD
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SBA
9h 51m
1 stop
$276Alaska Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Tue, May 19
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12:32 pm - 6:32 pm
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ORD
4h 00mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:39 pm
ORD
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SBA
8h 39m
1 stop
$279United Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 10
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7:07 pm - 6:40 am
SBA
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ORD
9h 33m
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Alaska Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 11:38 pm
ORD
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SBA
16h 48m
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$286Alaska Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Sat, May 9
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12:15 pm - 6:35 pm
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ORD
4h 20mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 11:38 am
ORD
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SBA
4h 48mnonstop
$288United Airlines
Fri, May 22 - Tue, May 26
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:07 pm - 6:40 am
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ORD
9h 33m
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Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:19 pm
ORD
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SBA
14h 19m
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$289Alaska Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 11
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12:45 pm - 9:58 pm
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ORD
7h 13m
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6:00 am - 12:18 pm
ORD
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8h 18m
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$293Delta
Thu, May 7 - Sat, May 9
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12:40 pm - 9:52 pm
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7h 12m
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3:59 pm - 9:54 pm
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7h 55m
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$294Delta
Fri, Mar 6 - Mon, Mar 9

Delta flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best Delta deals on Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
Delta
May 5
SBA12:39 pmSanta Barbara
6h 56m
1 stop
ORD9:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
May 19
ORD7:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 03m
1 stop
SBA12:18 pmSanta Barbara
$237
Delta
Mar 6
SBA12:40 pmSanta Barbara
7h 12m
1 stop
ORD9:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 9
ORD3:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 55m
2 stops
SBA9:54 pmSanta Barbara
$294
Delta
Feb 6
SBA12:35 pmSanta Barbara
7h 17m
1 stop
ORD9:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 9
ORD11:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
12h 50m
2 stops
SBA10:05 pmSanta Barbara
$319

United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Apr 9
SBA12:15 pmSanta Barbara
4h 00m
ORD6:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Apr 13
ORD8:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 30m
SBA11:15 amSanta Barbara
$269
United Airlines
Jun 10
SBA12:15 pmSanta Barbara
4h 20m
ORD6:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jun 16
ORD3:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 15m
1 stop
SBA9:15 pmSanta Barbara
$279
United Airlines
Feb 5
SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara
7h 55m
1 stop
ORD2:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 8
ORD1:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 21m
1 stop
SBA5:21 pmSanta Barbara
$316

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Price

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/5

12:39 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/19

7:15 am-12:18 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$237

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

12:39 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-12:18 pm

2 stops8h 18m

$242

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/9

12:15 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

8:45 am-11:15 am

Nonstop4h 30m

$269

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/5

7:25 am-7:28 pm

2 stops10h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/19

3:43 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$276

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/7

12:32 pm-6:32 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/10

7:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$279

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/7

7:07 pm-6:40 am

1 stop9h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

8:50 am-11:38 pm

1 stop16h 48m

$286

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/22

12:15 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/26

8:50 am-11:38 am

Nonstop4h 48m

$288

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/7

7:07 pm-6:40 am

1 stop9h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/11

6:00 am-6:19 pm

1 stop14h 19m

$289

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/7

12:45 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-12:18 pm

2 stops8h 18m

$293

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/6

12:40 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/9

3:59 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$294

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The month of May is another great option to travel to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with average flight prices from Santa Barbara averaging around $388.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $352. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. 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 $430.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Santa Barbara in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $268 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $452. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights are approximately 22% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (SBA to ORD) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$273

Fastest flight time

4h 00m

Direct flights

Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat
The best one-way flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Santa Barbara in the past 72 hours is $273. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $348.
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport takes 4h 00m
Direct flights go from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
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  • How far is Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl is 1790.8 mi. Flights usually cover this in 4h 00m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Santa Barbara Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
SouthwestPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,262 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $250Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,075 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $299Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,176 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $344Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,159 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

    United Airlines operates around 11 flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $460, but momondo users have found United Airlines deals from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from as low as $299 round-trip. United Airlines has been scored 7.4/10 in 9,180 reviews.

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