$74 Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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Cheap Flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara (SLC-SBA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $74 for one-way flights and $177 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Fri, Jul 11 - Fri, Jul 18
SLC
Salt Lake City
SBA
Santa Barbara
$177 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 11 from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Jul 18, priced at $177 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Jul 7 - Fri, Jul 11
SLC
Salt Lake City
SBA
Santa Barbara
$207 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 7 from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Jul 11, priced at $207 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Jul 11 - Fri, Jul 18
SLC
Salt Lake City
SBA
Santa Barbara
$217 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 11 from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Jul 18, priced at $217 found 8 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Jul 7 - Fri, Jul 11
SLC
Salt Lake City
SBA
Santa Barbara
$232 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$232
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 7 from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Jul 11, priced at $232 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Sat, Sep 27
SLC
Salt Lake City
SBA
Santa Barbara
$233 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$233
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $233 found 7 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Jul 11 - Fri, Jul 18
SLC
Salt Lake City
SBA
Santa Barbara
$238 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$238
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 11 from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Jul 18, priced at $238 found 8 hours ago
Delta
Thu, Jun 19 - Sun, Jun 22
SLC
Salt Lake City
SBA
Santa Barbara
$239 Roundtrip, just found
$239
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Jun 19 from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara, returning Sun, Jun 22, priced at $239 just found
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Sun, Sep 21
SLC
Salt Lake City
SBA
Santa Barbara
$242 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$242
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $242 found 7 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Tue, Sep 16 - Thu, Sep 18
SLC
Salt Lake City
SBA
Santa Barbara
$253 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $253 found 7 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Sat, May 31
SLC
Salt Lake City
SBA
Santa Barbara
$259 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$259
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $259 found 3 hours ago
Flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
Origin airport
Salt Lake City Intl.
Destination airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$176
Distance
614 mi

Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara are during the month of July. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $74 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) cost?
Snag cheap return tickets starting from $239 from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Delta flight leaving SLC on May 19 2025 and touching down at SBA. The price was last updated on April 22 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SLC to SBA?
The cheapest flights from SLC to SBA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
You can fly directly from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) on a Delta Air Lines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SLC to SBA?
With tickets starting at $199 for a one-way journey from SLC to SBA, Delta is currently the cheapest carrier on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SLC on June 22 2025. Prices were last updated on April 22 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Each day on average, 2 nonstop flights take off from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). Pick the departure time that fits your schedule best.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Flights between SLC and SBA are their busiest at 11 AM. If you want a quieter experience and possibly cheaper fares, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SLC to SBA?
Fly on a Friday if you’re after the largest selection of flights from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA).
What is the earliest flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 11:15AM UTC-7, leaving from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC). You’ll be in the air for roughly 2h 8m, reaching Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) at approximately 12:23PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Flights from SLC to SBA have an average travel time of 2 hours and 8 minutes. The total distance between the two is 610 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SLC to SBA?
Consider booking with Delta Air Lines if you’d like to fly straight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) without any interruptions. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 91%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
To avoid possible delays on the Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Santa Barbara from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC)?
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) is the only airport in Santa Barbara with direct flights from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC). Explore your options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from SLC to SBA just before your journey is generally more expensive. However, if you’re flexible with your schedule, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SLC to SBA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SLC to SBA flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What’s more, having everything in one place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Just secure your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Salt Lake City Intl. Airport (SLC) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
If you reserved your SLC to SBA flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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