Title: Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago (SBA to ORD) - Expedia.co.uk ![City of Chicago. 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Airport (ORD), round-trip journeys start from . This figure is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't hang around. Book today and save yourself money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. ### Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Santa Barbara Airport to ORD? > This varies from airline to airline, as each one has its own set of terms and conditions. Head to the [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/service/?langid=1033), where you'll find instructions on how to cancel your flight online. ### How do I find cheap flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to O'Hare Airport that have flexible change policies? > Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for SBA to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select. ### How far is the flight from SBA to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)? > It's around 2,900 kilometres between Goleta and Chicago, so you'll be flying for a while. Keep yourself entertained with things like your e-reader or a good old-fashioned book. ### Which airlines fly direct from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)? > There are no direct flights, so you'll need to make at least one stop between SBA and O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Make the most of the layover time to stretch your legs and grab a bite to eat. ### Are Santa Barbara Airport to ORD flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > It is possible to pick up an awesome last-minute deal from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to ORD, but it's also possible to miss out entirely! As many airlines advertise prices up to a year in advance, it's worth keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to pounce when you see a bargain. Expedia compares air carrier prices and updates flight deals regularly, so you can be sure you're always getting the latest offers. ## Travel information | Origin airport | Santa Barbara Municipal | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | O'Hare Intl. | | Distance | 2877 km | | Average flight time | 6 hours 45 mins | ## Book with confidence ### Compare flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago easily and book with confidence For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Operating between them flights per day, airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to O'Hare Intl. in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Santa Barbara Municipal to O'Hare Intl..   To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights.  Grab a great deal on your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal (SBA) to O'Hare Intl. (ORD) The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Santa Barbara Municipal to O'Hare Intl. start at just and range up to .   To find an even better deal, try   - being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper - looking for other airports near Santa Barbara and Chicago - booking your flight during , the cheapest month on this route - varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper  Why you should book your Santa Barbara to Chicago flight with Expedia! We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Santa Barbara Municipal to O'Hare Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.   Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. 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