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$157+ Cheap flights from Virginia 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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SBA
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$316
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$157
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$437
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Cheapest flights from Virginia to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Virginia to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/287:13 pmIAD - SBA
1 stop26h 17mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/17:18 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop9h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/30$316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/286:30 amDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/17:08 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Mon 4/281:56 pmIAD - SBA
1 stop9h 34mDelta
Wed 4/301:15 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 3/31$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/76:17 amIAD - SBA
2 stops12h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/137:24 pmSBA - IAD
2 stops10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/147:00 amRDU - SBA
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/2112:23 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop9h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/141:38 pmRDU - SBA
1 stop9h 52mDelta
Wed 5/215:45 amSBA - RDU
1 stop8h 55mDelta
Deal found 3/30$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/289:41 amDCA - SBA
2 stops13h 49mDelta
Thu 5/18:45 amSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/30$353
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 8/301:00 pmRIC - SBA
1 stop10h 00mDelta
Sat 9/208:20 amSBA - RIC
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Deal found 3/30$357
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 8/306:09 amRIC - SBA
2 stops11h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/204:49 pmSBA - RIC
2 stops12h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 8/12:39 pmIAD - SBA
1 stop9h 42mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/46:25 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$402
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Mon 4/287:25 amRDU - SBA
2 stops13h 00mSouthwest
Mon 5/512:20 pmSBA - RDU
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/30$419
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 11/412:10 pmRIC - SBA
2 stops11h 55mSouthwest
Tue 11/185:50 amSBA - RIC
2 stops12h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 3/30$437

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia 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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Virginia to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Virginia

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Santa Barbara

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/28

7:13 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop26h 17m

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/1

7:18 pm-7:43 am

1 stop9h 25m

$316

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/28

6:30 am-11:47 am

1 stop8h 17m

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/1

7:08 pm-7:00 am

1 stop8h 52m

$317

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/28

1:56 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/30

1:15 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$317

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/7

6:17 am-3:37 pm

2 stops12h 20m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/13

7:24 pm-8:38 am

2 stops10h 14m

$327

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/14

7:00 am-12:34 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/21

12:23 pm-12:51 am

1 stop9h 28m

$346

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/14

1:38 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/21

5:45 am-5:40 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$347

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/28

9:41 am-8:30 pm

2 stops13h 49m

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/1

8:45 am-7:35 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$353

RichmondSanta Barbara

RIC - SBA

RICSBA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/30

1:00 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/20

8:20 am-6:31 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$357

RichmondSanta Barbara

RIC - SBA

RICSBA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 8/30

6:09 am-3:07 pm

2 stops11h 58m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/20

4:49 pm-8:19 am

2 stops12h 30m

$367

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/1

2:39 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop9h 42m

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/4

6:25 pm-5:24 am

1 stop7h 59m

$402

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Best time to book a flight from Virginia to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Virginia to Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Virginia to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Virginia 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 VA to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia 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 March 31, 2025.

When flying from Virginia to Santa Barbara, 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 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 March 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Virginia to Santa Barbara, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Virginia 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 Virginia?

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Santa Barbara from Virginia.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Virginia to Santa Barbara one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Virginia to Santa Barbara are Delta ($157), Alaska Airlines ($158), and American Airlines ($159).

  • What are the most popular routes from Virginia to Santa Barbara?

    The most popular route from Virginia to Santa Barbara is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Santa Barbara. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Santa Barbara or Richmond Byrd Intl - Santa Barbara.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Virginia to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Virginia to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Virginia 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 Virginia to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Virginia 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 Virginia to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Virginia 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$338Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$356Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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