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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago from $163

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1:30 pm - 9:58 pmSBA-ORD
6h 28m1 stop
3:40 pm - 9:28 pmORD-SBA
7h 48m1 stop
$326Delta
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Wed, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 7
5:55 am - 4:52 pmSBA-ORD
8h 57m2 stops
7:30 am - 12:44 pmORD-SBA
7h 14m1 stop
$331Delta
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Wed, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 7
7:05 pm - 11:47 pmSBA-ORD
26h 42m1 stop
5:54 pm - 6:11 pmORD-SBA
26h 17m1 stop
$362Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Dec 6 - Mon, Dec 9
7:05 pm - 11:47 pmSBA-ORD
26h 42m1 stop
6:32 am - 6:11 pmORD-SBA
13h 39m1 stop
$363Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 8
6:12 am - 2:23 pmSBA-ORD
6h 11m1 stop
5:00 am - 12:41 pmORD-SBA
9h 41m2 stops
$371American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 8
7:00 pm - 6:27 amSBA-ORD
9h 27m1 stop
6:00 pm - 11:58 pmORD-SBA
7h 58m1 stop
$426United Airlines
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Mon, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 9
6:00 am - 2:41 pmSBA-ORD
6h 41m1 stop
6:00 am - 12:04 pmORD-SBA
8h 04m1 stop
$456United Airlines
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Thu, Mar 20 - Mon, Mar 24
6:50 pm - 5:16 amSBA-ORD
8h 26m1 stop
6:00 am - 11:42 amORD-SBA
7h 42m1 stop
$460American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 26 - Sun, Dec 29
10:30 am - 10:00 pmSBA-ORD
9h 30m2 stops
1:45 pm - 10:45 pmORD-SBA
11h 00m2 stops
$556Southwest
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12:05 pm - 10:35 pmSBA-ORD
8h 30m2 stops
6:15 am - 3:20 pmORD-SBA
11h 05m2 stops
$616Southwest
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Thu, Dec 26 - Sun, Dec 29
1:30 pm - 9:58 pmSBA-ORD
6h 28m1 stop
$163Delta
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Wed, Dec 4
5:55 am - 4:52 pmSBA-ORD
8h 57m2 stops
$168Delta
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Wed, Dec 4
7:15 am - 4:33 pmSBA-ORD
7h 18m1 stop
$183Delta
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Fri, Dec 13
5:50 am - 7:50 pmSBA-ORD
12h 00m2 stops
$188Delta
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6:55 pm - 5:04 amSBA-ORD
8h 09m1 stop
$213Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Apr 5
6:55 pm - 1:03 pmSBA-ORD
16h 08m2 stops
$227Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Apr 5
6:20 am - 4:53 pmSBA-ORD
32h 33m3 stops
$291United Airlines
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Wed, Dec 4
7:06 pm - 5:15 amSBA-ORD
8h 09m1 stop
$319American Airlines
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Tue, Nov 26
5:00 am - 3:22 amSBA-ORD
20h 22m1 stop
$373United Airlines
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Sat, Nov 30
4:20 pm - 12:20 amSBA-ORD
6h 00m1 stop
$413American Airlines
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Mon, Nov 11
1:32 pm - 9:44 pmSBA-ORD
6h 12m1 stop
3:35 pm - 9:28 pmORD-SBA
7h 53m1 stop
$662Delta
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6:20 am - 2:30 pmSBA-ORD
6h 10m1 stop
12:45 pm - 8:50 pmORD-SBA
10h 05m1 stop
$697United Airlines
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5:55 am - 1:33 pmSBA-ORD
5h 38m1 stop
7:45 am - 12:37 pmORD-SBA
6h 52m1 stop
$767Delta
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Sat, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 14
7:25 am - 4:38 pmSBA-ORD
7h 13m1 stop
1:31 pm - 9:28 pmORD-SBA
9h 57m1 stop
$847Delta
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5:55 am - 1:33 pmSBA-ORD
5h 38m1 stop
7:00 pm - 11:54 pmORD-SBA
6h 54m1 stop
$906Delta
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Sun, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 15
1:32 pm - 9:44 pmSBA-ORD
6h 12m1 stop
7:00 pm - 11:54 pmORD-SBA
6h 54m1 stop
$1,057Delta
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Sun, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 18
2:11 pm - 11:12 pmSBA-ORD
7h 01m1 stop
1:15 pm - 11:58 pmORD-SBA
12h 43m2 stops
$1,212United Airlines
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Sat, Nov 9 - Sat, Nov 16
2:11 pm - 11:12 pmSBA-ORD
7h 01m1 stop
2:35 pm - 11:58 pmORD-SBA
11h 23m2 stops
$1,217United Airlines
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Sat, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 18
7:00 pm - 5:00 amSBA-ORD
8h 00m1 stop
2:35 pm - 11:58 pmORD-SBA
11h 23m2 stops
$1,336United Airlines
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Sun, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 18

United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Chicago flight tickets
United Airlines
Dec 2
SBA7:00 pmSanta Barbara
9h 27m
1 stop
ORD6:27 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 9
ORD6:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 58m
1 stop
SBA11:58 pmSanta Barbara
United Airlines
Mar 20
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
6h 41m
1 stop
ORD2:41 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 24
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 04m
1 stop
SBA12:04 pmSanta Barbara
United Airlines
Dec 2
SBA7:00 pmSanta Barbara
9h 27m
1 stop
ORD6:27 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 8
ORD7:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 03m
1 stop
SBA12:18 pmSanta Barbara

Southwest flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago

Our best Southwest deals on Santa Barbara to Chicago flight tickets
Southwest
Nov 18
SBA10:30 amSanta Barbara
9h 30m
2 stops
ORD10:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 22
ORD1:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
11h 00m
2 stops
SBA10:45 pmSanta Barbara
Southwest
Dec 26
SBA12:05 pmSanta Barbara
8h 30m
2 stops
ORD10:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 29
ORD6:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
11h 05m
2 stops
SBA3:20 pmSanta Barbara
Southwest
Nov 29
SBA7:10 amSanta Barbara
7h 35m
2 stops
ORD4:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 2
ORD7:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
12h 55m
2 stops
SBA5:55 pmSanta Barbara

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Santa Barbara to Chicago

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What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago?

July. The cheapest time of year to fly to Chicago from Santa Barbara is July. Most expensive is January

What is the cheapest day to depart Santa Barbara for Chicago?

Wednesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Wednesday. The most expensive is typically Sunday

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago?

In the evening. Santa Barbara to Chicago flights are approximately 12% more expensive in the morning than in the evening

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Chicago from Santa Barbara?

Delta. Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Santa Barbara to Chicago

What is the cheapest Santa Barbara to Chicago flight route?

Santa Barbara - Chicago O'Hare Intl. Fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl for the best Santa Barbara - Chicago flight prices

Can stopping save me money on Santa Barbara to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to Chicago flight.

How have Santa Barbara to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2024, prices for Santa Barbara to Chicago flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$163

Fastest flight time

5h 43m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Chicago

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Santa Barbara in the past 72 hours is $163. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $326.
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago takes 5h 43m
There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Santa Barbara Airport - Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)

  • How far is Santa Barbara to Chicago by plane?

    A flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago will travel around 1804.1 mi. Typically, this will take 6h 08m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Chicago?

    Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Chicago are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to Chicago?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Barbara Airport to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to Chicago?


Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Chicago

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $317Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,226 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $331Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,829 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $339Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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