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$159+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to District of Columbia

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — IAD
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Round-trip from

$316
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

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August

Average price

$414
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/17:18 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop9h 25mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/57:13 pmIAD - SBA
1 stop26h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/17:08 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/55:00 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/94:55 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop9h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/1010:10 amIAD - SBA
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/268:30 amSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Wed 9/35:15 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Deal found 3/27$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/148:30 amSBA - IAD
1 stop10h 04mDelta
Mon 5/193:37 pmIAD - SBA
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Deal found 3/26$347
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/412:23 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/116:27 amIAD - SBA
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:15 amSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/57:00 amDCA - SBA
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$488
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/26:14 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop18h 46mAlaska Airlines
Fri 6/65:44 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop26h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$591
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/315:45 amSBA - DCA
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Fri 4/411:55 amDCA - SBA
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$841
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3110:30 amSBA - IAD
2 stops11h 15mSouthwest
Fri 4/46:00 amIAD - SBA
2 stops14h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$864
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1611:13 amSBA - IAD
1 stop9h 46mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 5/199:00 amIAD - SBA
1 stop11h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$896

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/1

7:18 pm-7:43 am

1 stop9h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/5

7:13 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop26h 17m

$316

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/1

7:08 pm-7:00 am

1 stop8h 52m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/5

5:00 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$317

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/9

4:55 pm-5:37 am

1 stop9h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/10

10:10 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$317

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/26

8:30 am-7:22 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/3

5:15 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$327

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/14

8:30 am-9:34 pm

1 stop10h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/19

3:37 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$347

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Wed 6/4

12:23 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/11

6:27 am-11:21 am

1 stop7h 54m

$367

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/1

6:15 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/5

7:00 am-11:58 am

1 stop7h 58m

$488

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/2

6:14 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop18h 46m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 6/6

5:44 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$591

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/16

11:13 am-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 46m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/19

9:00 am-5:37 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$896

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/1

7:08 pm-7:00 am

1 stop8h 52m

$159

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBA to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

When flying from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit District of Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to District of Columbia. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,335 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia?

    If you book a flight to District of Columbia from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia one-way?

    $159 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $159 and $244, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to District of Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$286Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$396Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$476Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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