How long does it take to fly to Santa Barbara?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Santa Barbara you fly into. For example, flying from Cape Town to Los Angeles takes 23h 45m on average. On the other hand, flying from Johannesburg to Los Angeles takes 25h 30m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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

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

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

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Barbara Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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CPT

SBA

33h 16m

2 stops

6:00 am - 9:30 am

SBA

CPT

42h 30m

3 stops

$1,110United Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 17

7:50 pm - 8:06 pm

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SBA

33h 16m

2 stops

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CPT

42h 30m

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$1,162Lufthansa

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8:05 pm - 12:18 pm

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SBA

25h 13m

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5:55 am - 9:25 pm

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CPT

54h 30m

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$1,224Delta

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11:15 pm - 12:18 pm

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SBA

46h 03m

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5:00 pm - 9:25 pm

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CPT

43h 25m

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$1,228Delta

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SBA

32h 58m

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53h 40m

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$1,711Lufthansa

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39h 12m

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$1,771Multiple Airlines

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34h 13m

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25h 20m

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$1,854United Airlines

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26h 49m

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25h 20m

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$1,896Lufthansa

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45h 14m

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39h 12m

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$1,930Multiple Airlines

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SBA

38h 19m

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39h 12m

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$1,965Qatar Airways

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United Airlines flights from South Africa to Santa Barbara

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United Airlines

May 7

CPT7:50 pmCape Town Intl

33h 16m

2 stops

SBA8:06 pmSanta Barbara

May 17

SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara

42h 30m

3 stops

CPT9:30 amCape Town Intl

$1,110

United Airlines

May 7

CPT7:50 pmCape Town Intl

34h 13m

2 stops

SBA9:03 pmSanta Barbara

May 18

SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara

25h 20m

2 stops

CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl

$1,854

United Airlines

Jan 28

CPT8:50 pmCape Town Intl

30h 31m

2 stops

SBA5:21 pmSanta Barbara

Feb 1

SBA6:51 pmSanta Barbara

35h 19m

2 stops

CPT4:10 pmCape Town Intl

$1,962

Lufthansa flights from South Africa to Santa Barbara

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Lufthansa

May 7

CPT7:50 pmCape Town Intl

33h 16m

2 stops

SBA8:06 pmSanta Barbara

May 17

SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara

42h 30m

2 stops

CPT9:30 amCape Town Intl

$1,162

Lufthansa

May 8

CPT5:55 pmCape Town Intl

32h 58m

2 stops

SBA5:53 pmSanta Barbara

May 19

SBA6:50 pmSanta Barbara

53h 40m

2 stops

CPT9:30 amCape Town Intl

$1,711

Lufthansa

May 7

CPT7:50 pmCape Town Intl

26h 49m

2 stops

SBA1:39 pmSanta Barbara

May 18

SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara

25h 20m

2 stops

CPT3:20 pmCape Town Intl

$1,896

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Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/7

7:50 pm-8:06 pm

2 stops33h 16m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/17

6:00 am-9:30 am

3 stops42h 30m

$1,110

Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/7

7:50 pm-8:06 pm

2 stops33h 16m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/17

6:00 am-9:30 am

2 stops42h 30m

$1,162

Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/8

8:05 pm-12:18 pm

2 stops25h 13m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/17

5:55 am-9:25 pm

2 stops54h 30m

$1,224

Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/7

11:15 pm-12:18 pm

2 stops46h 03m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/17

5:00 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops43h 25m

$1,228

Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/8

5:55 pm-5:53 pm

2 stops32h 58m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/19

6:50 pm-9:30 am

2 stops53h 40m

$1,711

Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/7

1:00 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops38h 19m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/18

11:18 am-11:30 am

2 stops39h 12m

$1,771

Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/7

7:50 pm-9:03 pm

2 stops34h 13m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/18

5:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$1,854

Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/7

7:50 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops26h 49m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/18

5:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$1,896

Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/7

6:05 am-6:19 pm

3 stops45h 14m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/18

11:18 am-11:30 am

2 stops39h 12m

$1,930

Cape TownSanta Barbara

CPT - SBA

CPTSBA

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/7

1:00 pm-6:19 pm

2 stops38h 19m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/18

11:18 am-11:30 am

2 stops39h 12m

$1,965

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

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from South Africa to Santa Barbara

What airlines fly to Santa Barbara?

Delta, United Airlines and Air France are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Santa Barbara from South Africa according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Santa Barbara. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Santa Barbara on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Fastest flight time	30h 31m
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The fastest flight from South Africa to Santa Barbara takes 30h 31m

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Santa Barbara Airport?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Santa Barbara Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Santa Barbara 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 South Africa to Santa Barbara Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Barbara Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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