I fly to Arkansas twice a year to see family. I always fly Allegiant since they are cheaper and fly into a small airport not far from my cousins house. They started charging for overhead baggage last year.
Alleginat, they are running ads in Santa Barbara for driving to Santa Maria and a direct flight to Honolulu for only $148 each way.
Not bad, it is 75 miles, but free long term parking....flying from SB is closer t0 $800 each way.
Now with your recommendation, I’ll have to check them for more flights.