Santa Barbara

$164+ 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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SBA
Mar 30 — Apr 61
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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 March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$322
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$164
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$791
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-Santa Barbara flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-Santa Barbara flights.
From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($129 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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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 March 25, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 9/510:22 amIAD - SBA
1 stop9h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/86:30 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$322
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/97:35 amIAD - SBA
1 stop7h 52mDelta
Fri 4/118:45 amSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Deal found 3/23$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/96:18 amIAD - SBA
2 stops12h 15mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/119:59 amSBA - IAD
2 stops10h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/23$337
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 5/296:30 amIAD - SBA
1 stop14h 07mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/26:27 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop10h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/23$422
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Wed 9/245:45 amIAD - SBA
2 stops10h 45mSouthwest
Sun 9/283:40 pmSBA - IAD
2 stops18h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 3/23$474

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Dulles Intl

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Santa Barbara

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Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/5

10:22 am-5:20 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/8

6:30 pm-5:22 am

1 stop7h 52m

$322

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/9

7:35 am-12:27 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/15

1:15 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$327

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/9

6:18 am-3:33 pm

2 stops12h 15m

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/11

9:59 am-11:56 pm

2 stops10h 57m

$337

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/29

6:30 am-5:37 pm

1 stop14h 07m

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/2

6:27 pm-7:36 am

1 stop10h 09m

$422

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/12

2:10 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/19

5:55 am-10:40 pm

2 stops13h 45m

$486

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/14

12:39 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$164

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/20

11:50 am-6:19 pm

2 stops9h 29m

$219

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/14

8:21 am-12:09 am

3 stops18h 48m

$345

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/3

12:35 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops14h 24m

$797

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Deals found on 3/23

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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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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara

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 March 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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 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 $322. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $327 and $337, respectively. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara for 39% 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 Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $164. American Airlines flights start at $219 while deals on United Airlines start at $345 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$286Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$321Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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