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Flight deals from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P14,042. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal to Chicago O'Hare International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Santa Barbara Municipal to Chicago O'Hare International flights are currently cheapest in February.

Direct flights from Santa Barbara Municipal to Chicago O'Hare International

Santa Barbara Municipal to Chicago O'Hare International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Santa Barbara Municipal to Chicago below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chicago O'Hare International.

Santa Barbara to Chicago: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP14,042
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time4 hrs, 11 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Santa Barbara Municipal to Chicago O'Hare International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Santa Barbara Municipal to Chicago O'Hare International is P14,064. 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.
4 hours and 11 minutes is the average flight time from Santa Barbara Municipal to Chicago O'Hare International.
United flies direct from Santa Barbara Municipal to Chicago O'Hare International.
As of January 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Santa Barbara Municipal to Chicago O'Hare International.
The cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal to Chicago O'Hare International is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport on Saturday, 21 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 11 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 Chicago O'Hare International 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 Chicago is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Southwest Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chicago O'Hare International.

Flying from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Santa Barbara.

  • To ensure you catch your SBA to ORD flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SBA and ORD:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Salt Lake City International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight is P7,047. A return plane ticket is currently P14,042. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SBA to ORD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to O'Hare International Airport.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from SBA to ORD is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.

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

Handy information about Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)

  • You'll find SBA at 500 Fowler Rd..

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 84.29% of flights that depart SBA reach their destination on time.

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

  • The journey on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near SBA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to O'Hare International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago

  • The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.

  • From O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.

When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to O'Hare International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Chicago. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in January.

  • When booking your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to O'Hare International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SBA to ORD in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • Chicago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

  • Indianapolis is another well-known destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without visiting The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

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