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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Lisbon

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Today’s best flight deals from Santa Barbara to Lisbon

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Santa Barbara to Lisbon

August 26 - September 9

Cheapest

SBA - Lisbon

$1,065

$921

Round trip

December 6 - December 9

SBA - Lisbon

$933

$922

Round trip

August 26 - September 14

Best

SBA - Lisbon

$1,055

$924

Round trip

August 26 - September 13

SBA - Lisbon

$1,058

$953

Round trip

August 26 - September 16

SBA - Lisbon

$1,048

$955

Round trip

August 26 - September 15

SBA - Lisbon

$1,048

$956

Round trip

August 26 - September 8

SBA - Lisbon

$1,065

$956

Round trip

August 13 - September 10

Earliest

SBA - Lisbon

$1,032

$1,037

Round trip

September 22 - September 24

SBA - Lisbon

$983

$1,051

Round trip

October 8 - October 15

SBA - Lisbon

$961

$1,088

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Lisbon

Flights from Santa Barbara to Lisbon cover a substantial distance of 9198 km, classifying this as a long-haul journey. This means you should expect a significant travel time, typically involving multiple connections to reach your destination.
For cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Lisbon, fares typically range from $1288–$1456, with a median of $1370. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value can be challenging for this route.
The cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Lisbon is typically in February, with a median fare of $580. Other relatively more affordable months include August, with a median of $1076, and April, where the median fare is $1310.
Most itineraries for this route involve connections, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Santa Barbara to Lisbon. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 5, which contributes to a longer overall travel duration.
A typical journey from Santa Barbara to Lisbon takes approximately 50h 7m, including connections. This extended travel time is due to the long-haul nature of the route and the necessity of multiple stopovers for most itineraries.

How much is a round trip from Santa Barbara to Lisbon

Regular price: $865 - $1,619

Prices for flights from Santa Barbara to Lisbon are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $865 and $1619. The current lowest deal is $921 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Aug 26 to Sep 9.

now $921

Low $865

High $1,619

The cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Lisbon

The cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Lisbon is February, with a median price of $580. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $3021. Prices are generally lower from February to October.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $580

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $3,021

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Direct flights from Santa Barbara to Lisbon

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Last-minute flights going from Santa Barbara to Lisbon

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Lisbon

Lufthansa

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Lisbon (LIS)

Lufthansa

$1,042

$1,184

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Lisbon

Alaska Airlines, Inc.Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Lisbon (LIS)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Icelandair

$1,016

$3,496

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Lisbon

United Airlines

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Lisbon (LIS)

United Airlines

$1,042

$1,172

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Lisbon

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Lisbon (LIS)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,042

$1,436

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Lisbon

Alaska Airlines, Inc.Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Lisbon (LIS)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Icelandair

$1,016

$4,429

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Lisbon

Alaska Airlines, Inc.Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Lisbon (LIS)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Icelandair

$1,010

$4,215

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Santa Barbara to Lisbon

14 nights

Aug 26 - Sep 9

$1,065  →  $921

13%

19 nights

Aug 26 - Sep 14

$1,055  →  $924

12%

13 nights

Aug 26 - Sep 8

$1,065  →  $956

10%

18 nights

Aug 26 - Sep 13

$1,058  →  $953

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Santa Barbara to Lisbon

Santa Barbara - Lisbon route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Santa Barbara to Lisbon are below the typical level, with deals around $921.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Lisbon, with a median price of $580.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 50h 7m

The typical flight duration from Santa Barbara to Lisbon is 50 hours and 7 minutes, with connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights are dominant for routes from Santa Barbara to Lisbon.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers deals

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has historically offered deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Lisbon.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Lisbon are historically rare, occurring about 0.03 times per day.

Santa Barbara main airports to depart from

Santa Barbara Municipal (SBA)

Cheapest

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Lisbon.

📍 ~13 km from Santa Barbara city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$921

Lisbon main airports to arrive at

Lisbon Portela (LIS)

Cheapest

Lisbon Portela Airport is the primary international gateway to Lisbon, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~7 km from city center (reachable by metro, bus, taxi)

💸 Flights from ~$921

Airports nearby Lisbon used as alternative

Porto (OPO)

Porto Airport is a major international hub with an extensive route network comparable to Lisbon.

📍 ~275 km from Lisbon (reachable by train or car)

💸 Flights from ~$1016

Faro (FAO)

Faro Airport handles significant international traffic, especially from low-cost carriers, and is a reliable alternative.

📍 ~220 km from Lisbon (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$930

Seville (SVQ)

Seville Airport is a major Spanish airport with diverse European connections, accessible via cross-border road links.

📍 ~310 km from Lisbon (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$970

Málaga (AGP)

Cheapest

Málaga Airport is a large international hub with many long-haul and budget options, useful for routes not served by Lisbon.

📍 ~470 km from Lisbon (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$898

Badajoz (BJZ)

Badajoz Airport is geographically the closest Spanish airport to Lisbon, useful for specific regional connections.

📍 ~185 km from Lisbon (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1208

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Lisbon

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Best Elite deals to Lisbon

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From SBA

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Oct 15

Lisbon, Portugal

91% AI deal score

$6,108

$4,066

Save $2,042

From SBA

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Oct 16

Lisbon, Portugal

91% AI deal score

$6,197

$4,111

Save $2,086

From SBA

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Nov 13

Lisbon, Portugal

91% AI deal score

$6,425

$4,222

Save $2,203

From SBA

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Oct 15

Lisbon, Portugal

91% AI deal score

$6,271

$4,246

Save $2,025

From SBA

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Oct 17

Lisbon, Portugal

90% AI deal score

$6,220

$4,214

Save $2,006

From SBA

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Aug 11

Lisbon, Portugal

90% AI deal score

$5,934

$4,264

Save $1,670

From SBA

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Oct 15

Lisbon, Portugal

90% AI deal score

$6,090

$4,270

Save $1,820

From SBA

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Aug 11

Lisbon, Portugal

90% AI deal score

$6,015

$4,272

Save $1,743

From SBA

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Oct 16

Lisbon, Portugal

90% AI deal score

$6,262

$4,290

Save $1,972

From SBA

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Oct 16

Lisbon, Portugal

90% AI deal score

$6,090

$4,314

Save $1,776

From SBA

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Aug 12

Lisbon, Portugal

90% AI deal score

$6,038

$4,377

Save $1,661

From SBA

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Oct 17

Lisbon, Portugal

90% AI deal score

$6,238

$4,393

Save $1,845

From SBA

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Nov 13

Lisbon, Portugal

90% AI deal score

$6,437

$4,421

Save $2,016

From SBA

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Aug 11

Lisbon, Portugal

90% AI deal score

$6,164

$4,438

Save $1,726

From SBA

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Aug 12

Lisbon, Portugal

90% AI deal score

$6,313

$4,510

Save $1,803

From SBA

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Aug 11

Lisbon, Portugal

89% AI deal score

$5,791

$4,330

Save $1,461

From SBA

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Aug 11

Lisbon, Portugal

89% AI deal score

$5,791

$4,355

Save $1,436

From SBA

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Aug 11

Lisbon, Portugal

89% AI deal score

$5,933

$4,367

Save $1,566

From SBA

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Aug 12

Lisbon, Portugal

89% AI deal score

$5,961

$4,369

Save $1,592

From SBA

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Aug 12

Lisbon, Portugal

84% AI deal score

$5,813

$4,435

Save $1,378

From SBA

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Aug 12

Lisbon, Portugal

84% AI deal score

$5,813

$4,460

Save $1,353

From SBA

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Aug 12

Lisbon, Portugal

84% AI deal score

$5,956

$4,472

Save $1,484

From SBA

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Aug 05

Lisbon, Portugal

84% AI deal score

$5,795

$4,520

Save $1,275

From SBA

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Oct 05

Lisbon, Portugal

84% AI deal score

$6,027

$4,526

Save $1,501

From SBA

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Aug 05

Lisbon, Portugal

84% AI deal score

$5,942

$4,528

Save $1,414

From SBA

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Aug 05

Lisbon, Portugal

84% AI deal score

$6,027

$4,539

Save $1,488

From SBA

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Oct 05

Lisbon, Portugal

84% AI deal score

$6,137

$4,705

Save $1,432

From SBA

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Aug 05

Lisbon, Portugal

83% AI deal score

$5,822

$4,611

Save $1,211

From SBA

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Aug 05

Lisbon, Portugal

83% AI deal score

$5,795

$4,623

Save $1,172

From SBA

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Aug 05

Lisbon, Portugal

83% AI deal score

$6,009

$4,693

Save $1,316

From SBA

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Aug 19

Lisbon, Portugal

83% AI deal score

$5,987

$4,739

Save $1,248

From SBA

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Jul 22

Lisbon, Portugal

73% AI deal score

$7,530

From SBA

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Jul 22

Lisbon, Portugal

73% AI deal score

$7,541

From SBA

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Jul 22

Lisbon, Portugal

73% AI deal score

$7,541

From SBA

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Jul 22

Lisbon, Portugal

72% AI deal score

$7,504

From SBA

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Jul 22

Lisbon, Portugal

72% AI deal score

$7,541

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Jun 22

Lisbon, Portugal

69% AI deal score

$10,771

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Jul 17

Lisbon, Portugal

69% AI deal score

$21,782

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Jul 17

Lisbon, Portugal

69% AI deal score

$25,701

From SBA

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Jun 25

Lisbon, Portugal

68% AI deal score

$13,845

From SBA

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Jun 25

Lisbon, Portugal

68% AI deal score

$15,408

From SBA

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Aug 01

Lisbon, Portugal

68% AI deal score

$16,555

From SBA

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Jun 19

Lisbon, Portugal

68% AI deal score

$49,297

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Lisbon

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across various booking sites and setting up price alerts can also help you discover better deals. Sometimes, choosing flights with layovers instead of direct routes may offer savings.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended departure, can sometimes result in lower fares. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring trends and being ready to book when a good deal appears is usually beneficial. Last-minute bookings may occasionally offer deals but often come with higher costs.

Yes, comparing nearby airports can often provide more flight options and potentially lower prices. Sometimes, flying into or out of a slightly more distant airport can lead to significant savings on your overall ticket cost. Always factor in the additional travel time and cost to reach these alternative airports.

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