Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara

Cheapest current fares: $121 in August 2026, 142 km direct flight in ~10m.

Live fares · LAX → SBA

Cheapest month-by-month fares

Lowest available fare per calendar month from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA). Refreshed daily.

Los Angeles (LAX) → Santa Barbara (SBA)

  1. August 2026 $121
  2. July 2026 $141

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara?

    Based on current 6-month forward fare data, August 2026 is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA), with fares starting from $121.

  • What is the lowest current fare from LAX to SBA?

    The lowest currently-listed fare from Los Angeles (LAX) to Santa Barbara (SBA) is $121 on 2026-08-03.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara?

    Direct flights from LAX to SBA cover approximately 142 km (88 miles), with an estimated flight time of 10m. Operating airlines: UA.

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