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August 20 - August 22

Cheapest

SBA - Seattle

$389

$227

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August 20 - August 24

Cheapest

SBA - Seattle

$388

$227

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November 12 - November 15

Best

SBA - Seattle

$372

$233

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August 20 - August 21

SBA - Seattle

$389

$237

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August 20 - August 23

SBA - Seattle

$388

$237

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August 28 - August 29

SBA - Seattle

$389

$238

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July 7 - July 11

Earliest

SBA - Seattle

$344

$242

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July 18 - July 29

SBA - Seattle

$297

$242

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July 8 - July 15

SBA - Seattle

$327

$242

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July 14 - July 21

SBA - Seattle

$321

$242

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Insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle

For cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle, the data indicates that December is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $91. This is followed by November, where median fares are around $99, and April, with a median of $169. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.

Fares for flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle typically range from $257–$622, with a median of $475. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route, and approximately 15% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When considering flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 25.3% of recent fares being direct flights. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Santa Barbara to Seattle takes approximately 8h 16m, including connections. This duration accounts for both non-stop and connecting itineraries, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this route.

The distance between Santa Barbara and Seattle is 1463 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance typically translates to shorter travel times compared to medium or long-haul flights.

How much is a round trip from Santa Barbara to Seattle

Regular price: $320 - $428

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle is $320 to $428. The current lowest deal is $227 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Aug 20-Aug 22.

now $227

Low $320

High $428

The cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Seattle

The cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Seattle is December, with a median price of $91. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $592. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $91

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $592

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Direct flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Santa Barbara to Seattle

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Seattle

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Seattle (SEA)

$419

$348

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Seattle

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Seattle (SEA)

$507

$353

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Seattle

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Seattle (SEA)

$434

$353

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Seattle

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Seattle (SEA)

$514

$399

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Seattle

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Seattle (SEA)

$478

$302

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Seattle

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Seattle (SEA)

Southwest Airlines

$483

$346

One-way

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

3 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 25

$478 → $302

37%

2 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 22

$389 → $227

42%

4 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 24

$388 → $227

41%

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$507 → $353

30%

Popular Airports to fly from Santa Barbara to Seattle

Santa Barbara - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Santa Barbara to Seattle are below the typical level at $227.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Seattle, with a median price of $91.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 8h 16m on average

The typical flight duration for this route with connections is 8h 16m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Connecting flights make up 74.7% of deals, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle appear frequently, about 0.67 per day.

Santa Barbara main airports to depart from

Santa Barbara Municipal (SBA)

Cheapest

Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal for direct access to flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle.

📍 ~0 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$227

Seattle main airports to arrive at

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle.

📍 ~20 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$227

Boeing Field (BFI)

Boeing Field offers an alternative arrival point for travelers flying from Santa Barbara to Seattle.

📍 ~10 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1454

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base (LKE)

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base provides a unique arrival experience for flights to Seattle.

📍 ~5 km from Seattle city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1571

Airports nearby Seattle used as alternative

Paine Field Everett (PAE)

Paine Field Everett (PAE) offers a convenient alternative for North Seattle residents with shorter security wait times.

📍 ~33 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$305

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International (PDX) is a major hub that can offer competitive fares for domestic and international long-haul flights.

📍 ~220 km from Seattle (reachable by car, train)

💸 Flights from ~$181

Vancouver International (YVR)

Vancouver International (YVR) is a major international gateway with extensive flight options, potentially offering lower fares.

📍 ~220 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$350

Bellingham International (BLI)

Bellingham International (BLI) is a primary low-cost carrier airport, often featuring budget-friendly fares.

📍 ~145 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$329

Abbotsford International (YXX)

Abbotsford International (YXX) is an alternative low-cost gateway for Canadian domestic connections, potentially offering cheaper flights.

📍 ~150 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$442

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Seattle

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$698

From SBA

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Jun 23

Seattle, United States

46% AI deal score

$1,207

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Aug 29

Seattle, United States

45% AI deal score

$732

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Jun 30

Seattle, United States

45% AI deal score

$822

$817

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Jun 23

Seattle, United States

45% AI deal score

$1,207

From SBA

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Jun 17

Seattle, United States

39% AI deal score

$1,357

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Seattle

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $236. Booking within 7-13 days of departure saw an average price of $342, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure increased the average price to $422. Conversely, booking more than 60 days out resulted in a significantly higher average price of $755.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Santa Barbara to Seattle is considered to be $257 or less. The median price for this route was $475. Prices can range higher, with 75% of fares being $622 or less. Travelers aiming for the most economical options should target fares around the $257 mark.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Seattle, with a median price of $91. November also offered low fares, with a median price of $99. The annual median price for this route was $475, indicating that these months offer substantial savings. April, with a median price of $169, was the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days.

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