What airlines fly to Philadelphia?

JetBlue, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Philadelphia from Santa Barbara according to our data. JetBlue is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Philadelphia. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia

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

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

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

As of August 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Philadelphia Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philadelphia Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Philadelphia Airport 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.

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12:41 pm - 12:59 amSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

9h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:25 am - 11:31 amPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$394United Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8

12:15 pm - 11:28 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

8h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

5:00 am - 11:30 amPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$394American Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8

5:00 am - 3:48 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

7h 48m1 stop Denver Intl

11:04 am - 7:42 pmPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

11h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$399United Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8

12:15 pm - 11:28 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

8h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

7:00 am - 11:46 amPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

7h 46m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$403American Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

12:35 pm - 12:25 amSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

8h 50m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:50 pm - 6:17 pmPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 27m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$403American Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

9:30 am - 9:15 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

8h 45m1 stop San Francisco

8:00 am - 1:02 pmPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 02m1 stop Denver Intl

$408United Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 29

6:15 am - 5:21 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

8h 06m1 stop San Francisco

6:10 am - 1:42 pmPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

10h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$408United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14

2:17 pm - 3:45 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

22h 28m1 stop Portland

4:48 pm - 11:50 pmPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

34h 02m2 stops Portland San Diego

$412Alaska Airlines

Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 8

11:30 am - 11:50 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

9h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

2:45 pm - 9:25 pmPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 40m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$413Southwest

Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Sep 29

11:30 am - 11:45 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

9h 15m1 stop Denver Intl

5:10 pm - 10:30 pmPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 20m1 stop Denver Intl

$413Southwest

Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 2

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12:37 pm - 12:57 amSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

9h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:25 am - 11:31 amPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$579United Airlines

Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15

8:24 pm - 7:50 amSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

8h 26m1 stop San Francisco

8:20 am - 3:20 pmPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

10h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

$584United Airlines

Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15

5:30 am - 6:20 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

9h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Chicago Midway

11:55 am - 8:10 pmPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

11h 15m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$589Southwest

Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15

6:00 am - 5:30 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

8h 30m1 stop San Francisco

6:25 am - 11:31 amPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$634United Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Sun, Aug 16

12:48 pm - 11:28 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

7h 40m1 stop Denver Intl

6:00 am - 11:52 amPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 52m1 stop San Francisco

$634United Airlines

Sat, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 10

9:45 am - 11:59 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

11h 14m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:40 pm - 10:20 pmPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

7h 40m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$639American Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Sun, Aug 16

8:24 pm - 9:45 amSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

10h 21m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6:00 am - 11:25 amPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$639United Airlines

Sat, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 10

6:33 am - 9:03 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

11h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

12:04 pm - 6:03 pmPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 59m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$644American Airlines

Sat, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 10

6:55 am - 6:00 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

8h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway

5:00 am - 3:45 pmPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

13h 45m2 stops Denver Intl San Diego

$650Southwest

Wed, Aug 12 - Sun, Aug 16

6:35 am - 6:05 pmSBA Santa Barbara-PHL Philadelphia

8h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway

8:00 am - 4:00 pmPHL Philadelphia-SBA Santa Barbara

11h 00m2 stops Chicago Midway Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$699Southwest

Sun, Aug 9 - Mon, Aug 10

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American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia

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American Airlines

Sep 8

SBA12:15 pmSanta Barbara

8h 13m

1 stop

PHL11:28 pmPhiladelphia

Sep 15

PHL7:00 amPhiladelphia

7h 46m

1 stop

SBA11:46 amSanta Barbara

$403

American Airlines

Sep 5

SBA6:33 amSanta Barbara

10h 17m

2 stops

PHL7:50 pmPhiladelphia

Sep 8

PHL5:00 amPhiladelphia

9h 30m

1 stop

SBA11:30 amSanta Barbara

$429

American Airlines

Aug 28

SBA12:15 pmSanta Barbara

8h 13m

1 stop

PHL11:28 pmPhiladelphia

Aug 31

PHL7:05 amPhiladelphia

7h 40m

1 stop

SBA11:45 amSanta Barbara

$434

United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia

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United Airlines

Sep 5

SBA12:41 pmSanta Barbara

9h 18m

1 stop

PHL12:59 amPhiladelphia

Sep 8

PHL6:25 amPhiladelphia

8h 06m

1 stop

SBA11:31 amSanta Barbara

$394

United Airlines

Sep 5

SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara

7h 48m

1 stop

PHL3:48 pmPhiladelphia

Sep 8

PHL11:04 amPhiladelphia

11h 38m

2 stops

SBA7:42 pmSanta Barbara

$399

United Airlines

Sep 24

SBA9:30 amSanta Barbara

8h 45m

1 stop

PHL9:15 pmPhiladelphia

Sep 29

PHL8:00 amPhiladelphia

8h 02m

1 stop

SBA1:02 pmSanta Barbara

$408

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SBA Santa Barbara - PHL Philadelphia

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Santa Barbara

Sat 9/5

12:41 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 18m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/8

6:25 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 06m

$394

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SBA Santa Barbara - PHL Philadelphia

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Santa Barbara

Sat 9/5

12:15 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/8

5:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop9h 30m

$394

Santa BarbaraPhiladelphia

SBA Santa Barbara - PHL Philadelphia

SBAPHL

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/5

5:00 am-3:48 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/8

11:04 am-7:42 pm

2 stops11h 38m

$399

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SBA Santa Barbara - PHL Philadelphia

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Santa Barbara

Tue 9/8

12:15 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/15

7:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop7h 46m

$403

Santa BarbaraPhiladelphia

SBA Santa Barbara - PHL Philadelphia

SBAPHL

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/10

12:35 pm-12:25 am

1 stop8h 50m

Philadelphia

Wed 10/14

12:50 pm-6:17 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$403

Santa BarbaraPhiladelphia

SBA Santa Barbara - PHL Philadelphia

SBAPHL

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/24

9:30 am-9:15 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/29

8:00 am-1:02 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$408

Santa BarbaraPhiladelphia

SBA Santa Barbara - PHL Philadelphia

SBAPHL

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/10

6:15 am-5:21 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Philadelphia

Wed 10/14

6:10 am-1:42 pm

2 stops10h 32m

$408

Santa BarbaraPhiladelphia

SBA Santa Barbara - PHL Philadelphia

SBAPHL

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/5

2:17 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop22h 28m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/8

4:48 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops34h 02m

$412

Santa BarbaraPhiladelphia

SBA Santa Barbara - PHL Philadelphia

SBAPHL

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/24

11:30 am-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/29

2:45 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$413

Santa BarbaraPhiladelphia

SBA Santa Barbara - PHL Philadelphia

SBAPHL

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/27

11:30 am-11:45 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Philadelphia

Wed 9/2

5:10 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$413

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $486 to $661.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $394.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Philadelphia?

The cheapest month to fly to Philadelphia from Santa Barbara is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $347, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Philadelphia, with average flight prices from Santa Barbara averaging around $442.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Philadelphia on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $474. 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 $582.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Philadelphia is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia in the evening for as low as $476. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Philadelphia is in the morning when prices are around $536.

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

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to Philadelphia flight.

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

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia

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Fastest flight time	9h 15m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia takes 9h 15m

There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia. There are no popular flight routes from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia

How far is Santa Barbara to Philadelphia by plane?
The straight-line distance from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia is 2454.2 mi. 9h 15m is a normal flight duration for this route.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Philadelphia Airport?
Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Philadelphia Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Philadelphia Airport?
As of August 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Philadelphia Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Philadelphia Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Philadelphia Airport 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 airline from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia is American Airlines (63% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is United Airlines (37%).

Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Philadelphia

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $365	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,081 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $376	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,875 reviews		Search American Airlines flights

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