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

Currently priced at $322, United Airlines will fly you from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $327 and $327, respectively. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for 30% 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 $164. 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 is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?

Users have found that leaving on a Wednesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 88% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 53 days in advance to save up to 73% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 53 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $388, or $594 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, August can be a great choice for travel to Washington, D.C.. Flights to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara in August are about $362 on average during August, but can be found for as low as $131.

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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.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 11, 2025.

Sat 6/286:20 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines

Sat 7/126:30 amIAD - SBA

1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$322

Wed 4/912:37 pmSBA - BWI

1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines

Wed 4/166:15 amBWI - SBA

1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$327

Sat 5/106:15 amSBA - DCA

1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines

Tue 5/135:59 pmDCA - SBA

1 stop9h 17mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$327

Sat 5/1012:39 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop8h 14mDelta

Tue 5/137:30 amIAD - SBA

1 stop7h 29mDelta

Deal found 3/10

$327

Sat 5/1012:23 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines

Tue 5/131:59 pmIAD - SBA

2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$332

Sat 3/296:25 amSBA - DCA

2 stops9h 45mAmerican Airlines

Fri 4/48:00 amDCA - SBA

2 stops10h 33mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/11

$337

Fri 4/118:45 amSBA - BWI

1 stop10h 11mDelta

Tue 4/157:05 amBWI - SBA

1 stop8h 07mDelta

Deal found 3/9

$352

Sat 5/105:25 amSBA - DCA

2 stops12h 15mSouthwest

Tue 5/134:25 pmDCA - SBA

2 stops9h 05mSouthwest

Deal found 3/10

$356

Fri 4/116:00 amSBA - BWI

2 stops12h 42mUnited Airlines

Tue 4/156:15 amBWI - SBA

2 stops9h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/9

$362

Fri 5/98:30 amSBA - DCA

2 stops11h 15mDelta

Mon 5/125:15 pmDCA - SBA

1 stop7h 46mDelta

Deal found 3/10

$382

Tue 6/36:15 amSBA - IAD

2 stops13h 20mSouthwest

Fri 6/65:00 amIAD - SBA

1 stop9h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 3/10

$388

Fri 6/65:15 amSBA - BWI

2 stops10h 15mSouthwest

Thu 6/126:15 amBWI - SBA

1 stop8h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 3/10

$407

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Sat 6/286:20 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines

Tue 7/152:34 pmIAD - SBA

1 stop9h 37mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$322

Wed 4/912:37 pmSBA - BWI

1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines

Wed 4/166:15 amBWI - SBA

1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$327

Sat 5/1012:39 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop8h 14mDelta

Tue 5/137:30 amIAD - SBA

1 stop7h 29mDelta

Deal found 3/10

$327

Sat 5/105:25 amSBA - DCA

2 stops12h 15mSouthwest

Tue 5/134:25 pmDCA - SBA

2 stops9h 05mSouthwest

Deal found 3/10

$356

Fri 5/97:18 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop22h 25mAlaska Airlines

Mon 5/125:00 pmIAD - SBA

2 stops26h 54mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$512

Wed 5/77:18 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop9h 25mHawaiian Airlines

Sat 5/1010:00 amIAD - SBA

1 stop11h 30mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$545

Sat 5/106:15 amSBA - DCA

1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines

Tue 5/137:00 amDCA - SBA

1 stop10h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$327

Sat 5/1012:23 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines

Tue 5/131:59 pmIAD - SBA

2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$332

Fri 4/118:45 amSBA - BWI

1 stop10h 11mDelta

Tue 4/157:05 amBWI - SBA

1 stop8h 07mDelta

Deal found 3/9

$352

Sat 3/296:25 amSBA - DCA

2 stops9h 45mAmerican Airlines

Fri 4/48:00 amDCA - SBA

2 stops10h 33mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/11

$337

Tue 6/36:15 amSBA - IAD

2 stops13h 20mSouthwest

Fri 6/65:00 amIAD - SBA

1 stop9h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 3/10

$388

Fri 4/116:00 amSBA - BWI

2 stops12h 42mUnited Airlines

Tue 4/156:15 amBWI - SBA

2 stops9h 55mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/9

$362

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Sat 3/2912:30 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines

Fri 4/46:18 amIAD - SBA

1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/11

$327

Sun 3/307:01 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop9h 04mUnited Airlines

Wed 4/28:30 amIAD - SBA

1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/11

$361

Thu 4/38:45 amSBA - DCA

1 stop7h 40mDelta

Mon 4/141:59 pmDCA - SBA

1 stop9h 31mDelta

Deal found 3/10

$403

Thu 4/33:45 pmSBA - BWI

1 stop6h 35mSouthwest

Sun 4/136:15 pmBWI - SBA

1 stop8h 55mSouthwest

Deal found 3/10

$427

Thu 4/38:45 amSBA - IAD

1 stop9h 37mDelta

Mon 4/141:56 pmIAD - SBA

1 stop9h 34mDelta

Deal found 3/10

$442

Thu 4/35:45 amSBA - IAD

2 stops16h 00mSouthwest

Sun 4/134:35 pmIAD - SBA

2 stops10h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 3/10

$783

Mon 4/710:57 amSBA - DCA

1 stop7h 33mUnited Airlines

Mon 4/144:15 pmDCA - SBA

1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$427

Mon 4/77:23 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop19h 36mAlaska Airlines

Mon 4/147:00 amIAD - SBA

2 stops29h 10mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$533

Wed 4/912:37 pmSBA - BWI

1 stop6h 59mAmerican Airlines

Wed 4/166:15 amBWI - SBA

1 stop8h 32mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$327

Wed 4/912:37 pmSBA - DCA

1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines

Wed 4/1610:14 amDCA - SBA

1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$327

Fri 4/116:00 amSBA - BWI

1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines

Tue 4/156:36 amBWI - SBA

1 stop11h 08mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/9

$352

Fri 4/118:45 amSBA - BWI

1 stop8h 16mDelta

Tue 4/156:00 amBWI - SBA

2 stops9h 12mDelta

Deal found 3/9

$357

One-way flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.
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Wed 3/261:30 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop7h 19mDelta

Deal found 3/11

$164

Wed 3/2612:25 pmSBA - IAD

2 stops8h 33mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/11

$169

Sun 3/307:01 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop9h 04mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$184

Wed 6/255:45 amSBA - IAD

2 stops14h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 3/10

$224

Sun 6/153:25 pmSBA - BWI

1 stop7h 05mSouthwest

Deal found 3/10

$236

Sun 6/157:05 pmSBA - DCA

1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$244

Sun 3/305:00 amSBA - DCA

1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$302

Sun 3/1612:25 pmSBA - BWI

1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 3/9

$424

Sun 3/168:55 amSBA - BWI

1 stop10h 00mDelta

Deal found 3/10

$465

Sat 6/74:54 pmSBA - BWI

2 stops9h 26mUnited Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$564

Sun 6/156:15 amSBA - DCA

3 stops13h 27mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 3/10

$1,381

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Sat 6/28

6:20 pm-5:20 am

1 stop8h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/12

6:30 am-12:02 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$322

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/9

12:37 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/16

6:15 am-11:47 am

1 stop8h 32m

$327

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/10

12:39 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/13

7:30 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 29m

$327

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/10

6:15 am-4:57 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/13

7:00 am-2:39 pm

1 stop10h 39m

$327

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/10

12:23 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/13

1:59 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops11h 46m

$332

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/29

6:25 am-7:10 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/4

8:00 am-3:33 pm

2 stops10h 33m

$337

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/11

6:00 am-4:29 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/15

6:36 am-2:44 pm

1 stop11h 08m

$352

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/10

5:25 am-8:40 pm

2 stops12h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/13

4:25 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$356

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/11

8:45 am-8:01 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-12:12 pm

2 stops9h 12m

$357

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/9

8:30 am-10:45 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/12

5:15 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$382

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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 $309). Flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $388). 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?

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

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

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.

See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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.

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,297 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,297 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,297 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

9,732 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,297 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,966 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,297 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Hawaiian Airlines

7.9

Good

2,321 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,297 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,627 reviews

Southwest

8.1

Very good

4,297 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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 $322, United Airlines will fly you from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $327 and $327, respectively. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for 30% 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 $164. 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.?
The most popular route from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. is Santa Barbara - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Santa Barbara - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Santa Barbara - Baltimore/Washington.
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 $309). Flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $388). 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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Delta	Cheapest$286	Average$467	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$286	Average$628	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$386	Average$690	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$396	Average$611	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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