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

Southwest, Delta, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Santa Barbara to Tampa

What airlines fly to Tampa?

Delta, United Airlines and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tampa from Santa Barbara according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tampa. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Tampa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Tampa Airport were last updated today.

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As of September 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Tampa Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Barbara Airport to Tampa Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Tampa Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tampa Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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12:35 pm - 10:30 pmSBA Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa

6h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 11:45 amTPA Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$313American Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

6:10 am - 8:55 pmSBA Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa

11h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 11:45 amTPA Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$318American Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

2:22 pm - 6:22 pmSBA Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa

25h 00m1 stop San Diego

7:25 pm - 11:47 pmTPA Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara

7h 22m1 stop San Diego

$329Alaska Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Tue, Oct 13

5:35 am - 4:50 pmSBA Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa

8h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field

5:55 am - 1:25 pmTPA Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara

10h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$339Southwest

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

6:47 pm - 5:00 amSBA Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa

7h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:00 am - 12:45 pmTPA Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$343American Airlines

Wed, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 11

2:05 pm - 11:15 pmSBA Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa

6h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4:50 pm - 12:10 amTPA Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara

10h 20m2 stops Dallas Love Field Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$348Southwest

Tue, Oct 6 - Sun, Oct 11

6:07 am - 6:16 pmSBA Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa

9h 09m1 stop San Diego

7:19 pm - 11:39 pmTPA Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara

7h 20m1 stop San Diego

$363Alaska Airlines

Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6

6:00 am - 3:52 pmSBA Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa

6h 52m1 stop San Diego

7:24 pm - 11:49 pmTPA Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara

7h 25m1 stop San Diego

$367Alaska Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23

10:45 am - 11:20 pmSBA Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa

9h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Denver Intl

4:14 pm - 9:15 pmTPA Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 01m1 stop Denver Intl

$428United Airlines

Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6

5:30 am - 9:53 pmSBA Santa Barbara-TPA Tampa

13h 23m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:00 pm - 10:01 pmTPA Tampa-SBA Santa Barbara

13h 01m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles Los Angeles

$433United Airlines

Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6

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United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Tampa

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United Airlines

Feb 2

SBA10:45 amSanta Barbara

9h 35m

2 stops

TPA11:20 pmTampa

Feb 6

TPA4:14 pmTampa

8h 01m

1 stop

SBA9:15 pmSanta Barbara

$428

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Feb 2

SBA5:30 amSanta Barbara

13h 23m

2 stops

TPA9:53 pmTampa

Feb 6

TPA12:00 pmTampa

13h 01m

2 stops

SBA10:01 pmSanta Barbara

$433

United Airlines

Feb 2

SBA5:30 amSanta Barbara

13h 23m

2 stops

TPA9:53 pmTampa

Feb 6

TPA9:00 amTampa

18h 03m

3 stops

SBA12:03 amSanta Barbara

$439

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American Airlines

Oct 6

SBA12:35 pmSanta Barbara

6h 55m

1 stop

TPA10:30 pmTampa

Oct 13

TPA6:00 amTampa

8h 45m

1 stop

SBA11:45 amSanta Barbara

$313

American Airlines

Oct 6

SBA6:10 amSanta Barbara

11h 45m

2 stops

TPA8:55 pmTampa

Oct 13

TPA6:00 amTampa

8h 45m

1 stop

SBA11:45 amSanta Barbara

$318

American Airlines

Oct 9

SBA6:47 pmSanta Barbara

7h 13m

1 stop

TPA5:00 amTampa

Oct 13

TPA6:05 amTampa

9h 40m

1 stop

SBA12:45 pmSanta Barbara

$329

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Santa Barbara

Tue 10/6

12:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Tampa

Tue 10/13

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop8h 45m

$313

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SBA Santa Barbara - TPA Tampa

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/6

6:10 am-8:55 pm

2 stops11h 45m

Tampa

Tue 10/13

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop8h 45m

$318

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SBA Santa Barbara - TPA Tampa

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

Fri 10/9

2:22 pm-6:22 pm

1 stop25h 00m

Tampa

Tue 10/13

7:25 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$329

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SBA Santa Barbara - TPA Tampa

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/6

5:35 am-4:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Tampa

Tue 10/13

5:55 am-1:25 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$339

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SBA Santa Barbara - TPA Tampa

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/7

6:47 pm-5:00 am

1 stop7h 13m

Tampa

Sun 10/11

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$343

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SBA Santa Barbara - TPA Tampa

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/6

2:05 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Tampa

Sun 10/11

4:50 pm-12:10 am

2 stops10h 20m

$348

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SBA Santa Barbara - TPA Tampa

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/2

6:07 am-6:16 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Tampa

Sat 2/6

7:19 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$363

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SBA Santa Barbara - TPA Tampa

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/19

6:00 am-3:52 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Tampa

Mon 11/23

7:24 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$367

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA Santa Barbara - TPA Tampa

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/2

10:45 am-11:20 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Tampa

Sat 2/6

4:14 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$428

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA Santa Barbara - TPA Tampa

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/2

5:30 am-9:53 pm

2 stops13h 23m

Tampa

Sat 2/6

12:00 pm-10:01 pm

2 stops13h 01m

$433

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Tampa?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Tampa from Santa Barbara, with most prices found around $380. If you aren’t able to travel to Tampa 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 $384.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Barbara to Tampa is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Tampa on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $393. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Tampa on Sunday is $477.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to Tampa is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $393. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $467 on average. Flights to Tampa from Santa Barbara at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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Best Price Found	$157
Fastest flight time	6h 36m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Tampa from Santa Barbara in the past 72 hours is $157. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to Tampa found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $313.

The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Tampa takes 6h 36m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Santa Barbara to Tampa

How far is Santa Barbara to Tampa by plane?
The straight-line distance from Santa Barbara to Tampa is 2231.9 mi. Typically, this will take 6h 36m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Tampa Airport?
Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Tampa Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Tampa Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Tampa Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to Tampa Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Barbara Airport to Tampa Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tampa Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Tampa Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Tampa Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to Tampa?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Santa Barbara to Tampa is United Airlines, representing 45% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Southwest at 32% and American Airlines at 23%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom $208	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,047 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $264	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,194 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $328	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,195 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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