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

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Santa Barbara to Tampa

What airlines fly to Tampa?

Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines 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 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tampa. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Tampa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 January 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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6:55 pm - 5:30 am

SBA

TPA

7h 35m1 stop

10:47 am - 6:15 pm

TPA

SBA

10h 28m1 stop

$225American Airlines

mié., mar. 25 - mar., mar. 31

6:55 pm - 5:30 am

SBA

TPA

7h 35m1 stop

1:29 pm - 11:00 pm

TPA

SBA

12h 31m2 stops

$230American Airlines

mié., mar. 25 - mar., mar. 31

12:26 pm - 10:28 pm

SBA

TPA

7h 02m1 stop

6:00 am - 3:46 pm

TPA

SBA

12h 46m2 stops

$268American Airlines

mar., feb. 3 - dom., feb. 8

6:20 am - 6:51 pm

SBA

TPA

9h 31m2 stops

1:29 pm - 11:00 pm

TPA

SBA

12h 31m2 stops

$271American Airlines

mié., mar. 25 - mar., mar. 31

4:35 pm - 9:45 am

SBA

TPA

14h 10m2 stops

6:00 am - 3:46 pm

TPA

SBA

12h 46m2 stops

$274American Airlines

mar., feb. 3 - dom., feb. 8

12:26 pm - 10:28 pm

SBA

TPA

7h 02m1 stop

7:30 am - 12:36 pm

TPA

SBA

8h 06m1 stop

$287American Airlines

mar., feb. 3 - dom., feb. 8

7:05 pm - 5:30 am

SBA

TPA

7h 25m1 stop

5:37 am - 11:48 am

TPA

SBA

9h 11m1 stop

$288American Airlines

dom., feb. 15 - jue., feb. 26

7:05 pm - 9:53 am

SBA

TPA

11h 48m2 stops

5:37 am - 11:48 am

TPA

SBA

9h 11m1 stop

$293American Airlines

dom., feb. 15 - jue., feb. 26

7:05 pm - 5:30 am

SBA

TPA

7h 25m1 stop

2:18 pm - 11:00 pm

TPA

SBA

11h 42m2 stops

$303American Airlines

jue., mar. 5 - lun., mar. 9

7:05 pm - 10:31 am

SBA

TPA

12h 26m2 stops

2:18 pm - 11:00 pm

TPA

SBA

11h 42m2 stops

$326American Airlines

jue., mar. 5 - lun., mar. 9

American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Tampa

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American Airlines

Mar 25

SBA6:55 pmSanta Barbara

7h 35m

1 stop

TPA5:30 amTampa

Mar 31

TPA10:47 amTampa

10h 28m

1 stop

SBA6:15 pmSanta Barbara

$225

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American Airlines

Mar 25

SBA6:55 pmSanta Barbara

7h 35m

1 stop

TPA5:30 amTampa

Mar 31

TPA1:29 pmTampa

12h 31m

2 stops

SBA11:00 pmSanta Barbara

$230

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American Airlines

Feb 3

SBA12:26 pmSanta Barbara

7h 02m

1 stop

TPA10:28 pmTampa

Feb 8

TPA6:00 amTampa

12h 46m

2 stops

SBA3:46 pmSanta Barbara

$268

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United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Tampa

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United Airlines

Feb 14

SBA1:02 pmSanta Barbara

7h 16m

1 stop

TPA11:18 pmTampa

Feb 18

TPA12:04 pmTampa

8h 03m

1 stop

SBA5:07 pmSanta Barbara

$379

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United Airlines

Feb 14

SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara

7h 34m

1 stop

TPA3:34 pmTampa

Feb 18

TPA5:06 pmTampa

9h 46m

2 stops

SBA11:52 pmSanta Barbara

$384

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United Airlines

Feb 3

SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara

7h 18m

1 stop

TPA3:18 pmTampa

Feb 7

TPA8:00 amTampa

8h 15m

1 stop

SBA1:15 pmSanta Barbara

$388

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Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

mié. 3/25

6:55 pm-5:30 am

1 stop7h 35m

Tampa

mar. 3/31

10:47 am-6:15 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$225

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

mié. 3/25

6:55 pm-5:30 am

1 stop7h 35m

Tampa

mar. 3/31

1:29 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops12h 31m

$230

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

mar. 2/3

12:26 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Tampa

dom. 2/8

6:00 am-3:46 pm

2 stops12h 46m

$268

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

mié. 3/25

6:20 am-6:51 pm

2 stops9h 31m

Tampa

mar. 3/31

1:29 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops12h 31m

$271

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

mar. 2/3

4:35 pm-9:45 am

2 stops14h 10m

Tampa

dom. 2/8

6:00 am-3:46 pm

2 stops12h 46m

$274

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

mar. 2/3

12:26 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Tampa

dom. 2/8

7:30 am-12:36 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$287

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

dom. 2/15

7:05 pm-5:30 am

1 stop7h 25m

Tampa

jue. 2/26

5:37 am-11:48 am

1 stop9h 11m

$288

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

dom. 2/15

7:05 pm-9:53 am

2 stops11h 48m

Tampa

jue. 2/26

5:37 am-11:48 am

1 stop9h 11m

$293

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

jue. 3/5

7:05 pm-5:30 am

1 stop7h 25m

Tampa

lun. 3/9

2:18 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops11h 42m

$303

Santa BarbaraTampa

SBA - TPA

SBATPA

Santa Barbara

jue. 3/5

7:05 pm-10:31 am

2 stops12h 26m

Tampa

lun. 3/9

2:18 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops11h 42m

$326

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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 $330. If you aren’t able to travel to Tampa during the month of August, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $347.

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 Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for Tampa on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $389. 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 $438.

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 $367. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $406 on average. Flights to Tampa from Santa Barbara in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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

As of January 2026, prices for Santa Barbara to Tampa flights are approximately 5% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Tampa

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Santa Barbara to Tampa according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

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Fastest flight time	7h 16m
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The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Tampa takes 7h 16m

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

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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 7h 16m 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 January 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 39% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are American Airlines at 37% and Southwest at 24%.

Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Tampa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $290	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,088 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $311	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,138 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $376	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,249 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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