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$163+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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.
IAD — SBA
Feb 26 — Mrz 51
Mi 2/26
Mi 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Santa Barbara (SBA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated Februar 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$328
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$163
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$496
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Februar 21, 2025.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Do 3/66:22 amIAD - SBA
1 stop8h 47mUnited Airlines
Mo 3/172:08 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$328
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 3/77:20 amIAD - SBA
1 stop8h 03mDelta
Mi 3/129:15 amSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Deal found 2/20$352
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
So 4/206:18 amIAD - SBA
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Fr 5/167:24 pmSBA - IAD
2 stops10h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$382
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.
Mo 4/216:59 pmIAD - SBA
2 stops26h 31mAlaska Airlines
Do 4/247:18 pmSBA - IAD
2 stops31h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$438
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fr 3/76:00 amIAD - SBA
2 stops14h 55mSouthwest
Mi 3/126:15 amSBA - IAD
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$527
This Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mo 8/1810:00 amIAD - SBA
1 stop11h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Sa 8/2311:55 amSBA - IAD
1 stop8h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$756

Find flights from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl 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 Februar 21, 2025.

Fly from

Dulles Intl

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Do 3/6

6:22 am-12:09 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Santa Barbara

Mo 3/17

2:08 pm-1:05 am

1 stop7h 57m

$328

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fr 3/7

7:20 am-12:23 pm

1 stop8h 03m

Santa Barbara

Mi 3/12

9:15 am-7:43 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$352

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

So 4/20

6:18 am-11:47 am

1 stop8h 29m

Santa Barbara

Fr 5/16

7:24 pm-8:51 am

2 stops10h 27m

$382

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mo 4/21

6:59 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops26h 31m

Santa Barbara

Do 4/24

7:18 pm-5:40 am

2 stops31h 22m

$438

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fr 3/7

6:00 am-5:55 pm

2 stops14h 55m

Santa Barbara

Mi 3/12

6:15 am-6:10 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$527

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mo 8/18

10:00 am-6:14 pm

1 stop11h 14m

Santa Barbara

Sa 8/23

11:55 am-11:49 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$756

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mi 4/23

10:00 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$163

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mo 3/17

1:48 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$164

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mo 3/17

1:52 pm-10:11 pm

2 stops11h 19m

$169

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Do 4/24

6:30 am-12:01 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$214

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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.

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 Februar 21, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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
4,401 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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
4,401 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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
4,401 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,315 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,401 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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
4,401 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

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 Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl?

    Santa Barbara (SBA), located 8.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara. 2 airlines have flights to Santa Barbara from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Barbara, with prices starting at $328. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $352 and $382, respectively. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $163. Delta flights start at $164 while deals on American Airlines start at $169 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 2 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 Februar 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$286Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$311Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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