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$164+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — SBA
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$327
(Delta)

One-way from

$164
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$437
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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/231:59 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop9h 42mDelta
Thu 5/18:45 amSBA - DCA
1 stop9h 51mDelta
Deal found 2/19$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/225:00 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/287:08 pmSBA - DCA
2 stops10h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 3/94:55 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop10h 10mSouthwest
Wed 3/1210:55 amSBA - DCA
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$428
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 8/1810:45 amDCA - SBA
3 stops15h 44mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/236:00 amSBA - DCA
2 stops14h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$641
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 4/255:10 pmDCA - SBA
2 stops28h 20mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/287:18 pmSBA - DCA
2 stops23h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$653

Find flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara 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 February 20, 2025.

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Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/23

1:59 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop9h 42m

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/1

8:45 am-9:36 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$327

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/22

5:00 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/28

7:08 pm-8:33 am

2 stops10h 25m

$332

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/9

4:55 pm-12:05 am

1 stop10h 10m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/12

10:55 am-9:55 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$428

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/18

10:45 am-11:29 pm

3 stops15h 44m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/23

6:00 am-11:56 pm

2 stops14h 56m

$641

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/25

5:10 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops28h 20m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/28

7:18 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops23h 41m

$653

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/23

1:59 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$164

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/21

5:00 am-12:41 pm

2 stops10h 41m

$249

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/24

4:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$324

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/4

6:58 pm-9:10 am

1 stop17h 12m

$339

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/28

4:13 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$358

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Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara

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Travel insights for flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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 DCA to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

Rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Barbara ranges from 0.0 - 3.5 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Santa Barbara when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, 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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. 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 Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Santa Barbara. You should not have trouble finding flights to Santa Barbara from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Santa Barbara airport from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. It is only a 8.0 mi journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Currently priced at $327, Delta will fly you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $332 and $428, respectively. Delta is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara are Delta ($164), American Airlines ($249), and Southwest ($324).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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 3 airlines flying from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$294Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$345Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$421Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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