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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Santa Barbara Municipal to Phoenix Sky Harbor flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Santa Barbara Municipal to Phoenix Sky Harbor

Santa Barbara Municipal to Phoenix Sky Harbor: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Santa Barbara Municipal to Phoenix below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Phoenix Sky Harbor.

Santa Barbara to Phoenix: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM903
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 37 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week58

Finding cheap flights from Santa Barbara Municipal to Phoenix Sky Harbor: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Santa Barbara Municipal to Phoenix Sky Harbor is RM903. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Santa Barbara Municipal to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
American Airlines, Envoy Air and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from Santa Barbara Municipal to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
As of June 2025, there are 58 flights per week flying from Santa Barbara Municipal to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
The cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal to Phoenix Sky Harbor is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on Thursday, 14 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbor but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Phoenix is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Southwest Airlines and American Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Phoenix Sky Harbor.

Flying from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Santa Barbara and Phoenix share the same timezone, UTC-7.

  • Every week, there are 32 Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, jump on the 05:25 American Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 21:40 with American Airlines.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your SBA to PHX flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • Flying into Phoenix (and then discovering more of United States!) is a breeze with American Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.

  • With an impressive 86.18% of services arriving as scheduled, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier for SBA to PHX flights.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between SBA and PHX include:

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Metropolitan Oakland International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport flight is RM330. A return plane ticket is currently RM908. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from SBA to PHX, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from SBA to PHX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport.

Handy information about Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)

  • SBA's address is 500 Fowler Rd..

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SBA land at their destination as scheduled 84.29% of the time.

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Santa Barbara. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SBA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix

  • PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.

  • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to central Phoenix has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.

When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Phoenix in May.

  • Book your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Phoenix during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SBA to PHX sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • Around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another favourite stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.

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