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Santa Barbara (SBA, US) Chicago (CHI, US)
from $209 2 905 km ~3h 55m 2 flights found 2 airlines cheapest on Tuesday
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How many travellers?
Adults
12+ years
1
Children
2–11 years
0
Infants
under 2
0
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Cheapest: $209 on 15.12.2026
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Prices found for 1 of 90 days. Prices update as more travellers search. Click any date to search live.
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Cheapest flights found
15 Dec 2026, Tue
Alaska Airlines AS 2586
21:09
SBA Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
04:01
ORD O'Hare International Airport
6h 52m 1 stop
Gotogate
$209
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15 Dec 2026, Tue
United Airlines UA 2865
16:00
SBA Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
23:55
ORD O'Hare International Airport
7h 55m Direct
Tickets
$313
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Route characteristics
Distance
2 905 km
Flight time
3h 55m
Time difference
+2h
Minimum price
from $209 (15.12.2026)
Average price
$209
Maximum price
$209
Cheapest day
Tuesday
Departure airports (1)
SBA Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
Arrival airports (1)
ORD O'Hare International Airport
Airlines (2)
AS Alaska Airlines UA United Airlines
Agencies (2)
Gotogate Tickets
Airlines — cheapest prices 2
Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines
1 flights · 1 days
$209
United Airlines
United Airlines
1 flights · 1 days
$313
Where to buy tickets 2
Gotogate
1 tickets · 1 days
from $209
Tickets
1 tickets · 1 days
from $313
Airports

From — Santa Barbara (1)

  • SBA Santa Barbara Municipal Airport

To — Chicago (1)

  • ORD O'Hare International Airport
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Frequently asked questions about the route Santa Barbara — Chicago
How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago?
Approximate flight time — 3h 55m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.
What is the distance from Santa Barbara to Chicago?
The straight-line distance — 2 905 km.
How much do flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago cost?
The minimum price over 3 months — from $209 on 15.12.2026.
What is the average ticket price?
The average price — $209. Range: $209 — $209.
What is the time difference between Santa Barbara and Chicago?
The difference — +2h.
From which airports does Santa Barbara operate flights?
From Santa Barbara: SBA (Santa Barbara Municipal Airport).
To which airports in Chicago do flights arrive?
To Chicago: ORD (O'Hare International Airport).
Which airlines fly this route?
This route is served by 2 airlines: Alaska Airlines, United Airlines.
Are there direct flights?
Yes, there are direct flights. Minimum direct price — from $313. Total direct flights found: 1.
Which day of the week is cheapest?
The cheapest day of the week — Tuesday.
When is the best time to buy tickets?
Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.
How do I book flights?
Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.
About the route Santa Barbara — Chicago

Flights Santa Barbara — Chicago is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 2 905 km. Flight time 3h 55m. Time difference +2h.

From Santa Barbara (SBA) flights depart from 1 airport: SBA. To Chicago (CHI) — 1 arrival airport: ORD.

2 airlines operate on this route: Alaska Airlines, United Airlines.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $209 (15.12.2026). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $209, ranging from $209 to $209. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Tuesday.

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