$183 Cheap flight deals from El Paso (ELP) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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Airfares from $183 One Way, $416 Round Trip from El Paso to Santa Barbara

Prices starting at $416 for return flights and $183 for one-way flights to Santa Barbara were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

More About Flying To Santa Barbara from El Paso

Route Information for Flights from El Paso to Santa Barbara

Origin Airport IATA Code
ELP
Destination Airport IATA Code
SBA
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Traveling from El Paso to Santa Barbara

El Paso International Airport

Finding flights from El Paso can be a difficult task when you are on a budget. Orbitz.com allows travelers to search a variety of airlines all at one time to locate low-fare options. The El Paso International Airport is located approximately six miles east of downtown on Commerce Avenue. Five airlines service the El Paso International Airport, including American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, United, US Airways. Orbitz offers bookings on both international and domestic flights with these airlines.

Parking at the Airport

Shelter parking and long-term parking are available at the El Paso International Airport. Fees are charged by the day, with discounts given to long-term travelers.

Transportation to the Airport

Orbitz.com can help individuals locate discount car rentals both to and from the airport. Fees depend on the type of car and the number of days the car is rented. Taxi services are available at metered rates and offer travel from anywhere in the city to the airport. Airport and hotel shuttles are available free of charge to customers traveling to the airport, and bus services are available for flat rates.

Restaurants at the El Paso International Airport

Individuals that get to the airport early may enjoy a meal before they board their flights. The El Paso International Airport offers a variety of restaurant options. For breakfast, Starbucks offers a selection of blended coffee and pastries, and Burger King provides a variety of breakfast menu items, including coffee and juice. Orbitz.com helps travelers locate the best travel deals on flights to El Paso.

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport

Warm temperatures and year-round sunshine lead a large number of visitors to head to Santa Barbara. If you keep finding flights to Santa Barbara that are already full, head to Orbitz.com. With thousands of flights and other travel deals available, you can always find what you need. The website offers flights to the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, which is only seven miles from downtown. Five airlines operate out of the airport, providing domestic flights across the country. More than 30 flights leave the airport every day.

How to Get to Your Hotel

Getting to your hotel shouldn't be a hassle. American Taxi, Yellow Cab, Rose Cab, and several other cab companies offer pickup at the airport; expect to pay about $15 to $20 for a ride. If you stay at the Holiday Inn or Hyatt hotels, you have access to free shuttle service from the airport. Alamo, Budget, Avis, and Enterprise are just a few of the rental car companies operating out of the airport. Car rentals cost about $20 to $30 a day.

Weather and Climate in Santa Barbara

Temperatures in the high 40s and 50s are common during the winter, while temperatures can easily reach the mid-70s in the summer with a possibility of storms. These moderate year-round temperatures make the city appealing to travelers.

Fun Festivals and Events

Finding cheap things to do in Santa Barbara is easy. The city holds several festivals every year, including the Fiesta, the French Festival, and the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Let Orbitz.com help you book your flights to Santa Barbara and all your other travel needs.

Frequently asked questions

What is the shortest flight from El Paso to Santa Barbara?
It can be as a short and sweet as 2 hours and 59 minutes. If you strongly believe your vacation hours should be spent ‘vacationing’ rather than flying, you’ll enjoy the flight from El Paso to Santa Barbara.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.