Dulles Intl

$157+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Dulles Intl (IAD)

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.
SBA — IAD
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Dulles Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Dulles Intl (IAD). 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 April 11, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$305
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$157
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$385
Provider with most accurate pricing for Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl flights.
From Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($92 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Dulles Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 11, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 4/257:18 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop9h 25mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/2910:00 amIAD - SBA
1 stop11h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/10$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/61:15 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Wed 5/2112:39 pmIAD - SBA
1 stop10h 51mDelta
Deal found 4/10$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/67:24 pmSBA - IAD
2 stops10h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/206:17 amIAD - SBA
2 stops9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/10$323
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Tue 6/36:27 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop10h 09mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 6/59:00 amIAD - SBA
1 stop11h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/10$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Sat 5/171:12 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/196:30 amIAD - SBA
1 stop8h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/10$361
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 6/83:25 pmSBA - IAD
2 stops18h 55mSouthwest
Sun 6/155:50 amIAD - SBA
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/10$463

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

Fly from

Santa Barbara

Fly to

Dulles Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/25

7:18 pm-7:43 am

1 stop9h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/29

10:00 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$305

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/6

1:15 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/24

3:37 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$313

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/6

7:24 pm-8:38 am

2 stops10h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/20

6:17 am-12:34 pm

2 stops9h 17m

$323

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/5

2:04 pm-1:09 am

1 stop8h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/9

9:00 am-1:37 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$327

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/3

6:27 pm-7:36 am

1 stop10h 09m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 6/5

9:00 am-5:37 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$354

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Sun 6/8

3:25 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops18h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/15

5:50 am-10:50 am

1 stop8h 00m

$463

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/14

2:28 pm-12:50 am

1 stop7h 22m

$157

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/16

12:31 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$164

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/14

8:30 am-10:54 pm

2 stops11h 24m

$181

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/27

5:15 am-5:05 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$195

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Deals found on 4/11

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Dulles Intl in April.
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 Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dulles Intl

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $309). Flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $383). 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 IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 18% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Dulles Intl by month

Plan your trip to Dulles Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Dulles Intl by month

Plan your trip to Dulles Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, 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 Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from Santa Barbara. Booking flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from 2 different airlines.

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

    Alaska Airlines, at $305, was found to be the cheapest airline from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. Users have found that Alaska Airlines is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $157. American Airlines flights start at $164 while deals on Delta start at $181 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $309). Flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $383). 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 Santa Barbara to Dulles Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$296Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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