Can I fly direct from Santa Barbara to Seattle?

Direct flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle are available, historically making up about 23% of all flights on this route across the trailing quarter. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experienced 2 stops. While direct options exist, a significant portion of flights for this route involve connections. Travelers should consider both direct and connecting options when planning their journey.

What's the flight time from Santa Barbara to Seattle?

The typical direct flight time from Santa Barbara to Seattle is approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 1463 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time historically extended to about 5 hours and 12 minutes. This represents a significant difference in duration between direct and connecting flights. Travelers should account for these variations when planning their itinerary.

How often do Santa Barbara to Seattle flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Santa Barbara to Seattle route have shown frequent drops across the trailing 30 days. This suggests that travelers on this route may often find opportunities for price reductions. The frequent classification indicates that price fluctuations are a common occurrence for this particular route. Travelers may benefit from monitoring prices for potential savings.

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August 20 - August 24

Cheapest

SBA - Seattle

$394

$168

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October 16 - October 26

Cheapest

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$304

$168

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September 2 - September 12

SBA - Seattle

$281

$196

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August 12 - August 18

Best

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$380

$197

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August 17 - August 24

Best

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$372

$197

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August 21 - August 31

SBA - Seattle

$336

$197

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August 21 - September 2

SBA - Seattle

$332

$197

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August 22 - August 31

SBA - Seattle

$347

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August 24 - August 27

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$393

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$393

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Santa Barbara to Seattle: Overview

Insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle, the data shows that December is typically the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $91. Other affordable options include November, with a median fare of $99, and April, where the median fare is $169. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

Right now, fares for flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle typically range from $282 to $633, with a median of $490. Currently, prices are below the typical level, and about 14% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so monitoring prices can be beneficial.

When considering the journey from Santa Barbara to Seattle, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 23% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will likely have one or more stops on your trip.

A typical journey from Santa Barbara to Seattle takes about 8h 16m including connections. This median duration accounts for all itineraries, including those with one or more layovers, which are common on this route.

The distance between Santa Barbara and Seattle is 1463 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul flight. This distance typically translates to a travel time that can be covered within a day, even with connections.

How much is a round trip from Santa Barbara to Seattle

Regular price: $321 - $448

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle is $321 to $448. The current lowest deal is $168 on Kayak for travel from Aug 20-Aug 24.

now $168

Low $321

High $448

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

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Seattle

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$242

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

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SBA - Seattle

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$307

$242

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Mon, Jul 13

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SBA - Seattle

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$239

$242

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Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Seattle

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$250

$242

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Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Seattle

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Seattle (SEA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$239

$242

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

SBA - Seattle

Santa Barbara (SBA) - Seattle (SEA)

$477

$358

One-way

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

4 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 21

$404 → $196

51%

4 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 24

$403 → $202

50%

3 nights

Aug 21 - Aug 24

$396 → $196

50%

3 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 30

$395 → $196

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Santa Barbara to Seattle

Santa Barbara - Seattle route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level at $168.

Recent fares from Santa Barbara to Seattle are below the typical level, with prices around $168.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for prices as low as $91.

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Total flight time is typically 8h 16m.

Flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle typically take 8 hours and 16 minutes, including layovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 23% of recent flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle are direct, with connecting flights being dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights.

Alaska Airlines, Inc. is one airline that offers direct flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Seattle appear frequently, making it easier to find good prices.

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 is the closest alternative within the same metropolitan area, offering less congestion than SEA.

📍 ~30 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$263

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International is a major international hub with high reliability and diverse carrier options, though it's a 3-hour drive.

📍 ~280 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$182

Bellingham International (BLI)

Bellingham International is a good alternative for low-cost carriers, with easier parking and security.

📍 ~140 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$409

Vancouver International (YVR)

Vancouver International offers a massive international network with many direct global flights, but requires a border crossing.

📍 ~230 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$322

Victoria International (YYJ)

Victoria International is an alternative for regional Pacific Northwest travel, requiring a ferry or flight and border crossing.

📍 ~100 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$407

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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 for a flight was around $236. Booking 7-13 days out saw average prices of $342, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure typically resulted in higher average prices of $422. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance usually meant a significantly higher average price of $755, based on data across the trailing quarter.

Historically, a good price for a flight from Santa Barbara to Seattle is considered to be $282 or less. Across the trailing 90 days, the median price for this route was $490. Prices typically ranged up to $633 for the higher end of fares. Travelers aiming for a more budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $282 threshold.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Seattle, with a median price of $91. November also offered low median prices at $99. The annual median price for this route was $490, based on data from the trailing 270 days. April, with a median price of $169, was also among the more affordable months for this route.

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