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$168+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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SBA — WAS
Dec 31 — Jan 71
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 December 26, 2024.

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eDreams
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Round-trip from

$336
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One-way from

$168
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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 26, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 1/155:45 amSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Tue 1/285:10 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop9h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/25$336
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Tue 2/42:29 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop24h 24mAlaska Airlines
Sat 2/86:55 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop20h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/26$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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.
Thu 1/95:00 amSBA - DCA
1 stop6h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/134:13 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/24$388
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Thu 2/67:00 amSBA - BWI
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Thu 2/136:10 pmBWI - SBA
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/25$412
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Thu 2/69:57 amSBA - BWI
2 stops10h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/131:48 pmBWI - SBA
2 stops11h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/25$487
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 2/41:15 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Sat 2/87:20 amIAD - SBA
1 stop8h 03mDelta
Deal found 12/26$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 1/106:45 pmSBA - BWI
1 stop9h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/145:30 pmBWI - SBA
1 stop9h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/91:15 pmSBA - BWI
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Mon 1/132:01 pmBWI - SBA
1 stop10h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/24$388
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 5/317:07 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/146:55 pmIAD - SBA
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$451
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 2/74:19 pmSBA - IAD
2 stops21h 04mAlaska Airlines
Thu 2/135:18 pmIAD - SBA
2 stops22h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/26$606
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/99:57 amSBA - DCA
2 stops9h 18mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/1311:45 amDCA - SBA
2 stops9h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/24$622
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 2/46:25 amSBA - IAD
3 stops13h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/86:10 amIAD - SBA
2 stops15h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/26$677

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. 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 December 26, 2024.

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Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/15

5:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/28

5:10 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$336

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/4

2:29 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop24h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/8

6:55 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$342

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/4

1:15 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/8

7:20 am-12:23 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$342

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/9

5:00 am-2:59 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/13

4:13 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$388

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/9

1:15 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/13

2:01 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$388

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/10

6:45 pm-7:02 am

1 stop9h 17m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 1/14

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$397

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/6

7:00 am-7:50 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/13

6:10 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$412

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/31

7:07 pm-5:41 am

1 stop7h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 6/14

6:55 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$451

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/6

9:57 am-11:27 pm

2 stops10h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/13

1:48 pm-10:12 pm

2 stops11h 24m

$487

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/7

4:19 pm-4:23 pm

2 stops21h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/13

5:18 pm-12:19 pm

2 stops22h 01m

$606

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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. 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 Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 26, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated December 26, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
4,752 reviews

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8.1

Comfort

8.1

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8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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8.2

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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8.2

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,570 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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Good
9,003 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,752 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara. There are 0 flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $336, Delta will fly you from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $342 and $388, respectively. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $168. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 4 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$286Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$357Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$396Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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