What is the cheapest airline that flies from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia

What airlines fly to District of Columbia?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to District of Columbia from Santa Barbara according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to District of Columbia. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to District of Columbia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia on average per week?

As of July 2026, 1 flights take off from Santa Barbara and land in District of Columbia each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sat, with 100% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to District of Columbia?

Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to District of Columbia are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to District of Columbia?

The number of operators available for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to District of Columbia is 3 as of July 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to District of Columbia?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Barbara Airport to District of Columbia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?

The necessary travel and health documents for your District of Columbia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$149 Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia in 2026

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12:45 pm - 11:46 pm

SBA

IAD

8h 01m

1 stop

7:15 am - 12:12 pm

IAD

SBA

7h 57m

1 stop

$297Delta

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17

6:35 pm - 5:55 am

SBA

IAD

8h 20m

1 stop

5:42 pm - 9:56 pm

IAD

SBA

7h 14m

1 stop

$297United Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Aug 31

12:20 pm - 11:58 pm

SBA

DCA

8h 38m

1 stop

6:59 am - 11:30 am

DCA

SBA

7h 31m

1 stop

$297American Airlines

Wed, Aug 26 - Mon, Aug 31

6:00 am - 5:40 pm

SBA

IAD

8h 40m

1 stop

6:40 pm - 11:43 pm

IAD

SBA

8h 03m

1 stop

$297Alaska Airlines

Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17

2:22 pm - 5:50 pm

SBA

IAD

24h 28m

1 stop

7:24 pm - 11:47 pm

IAD

SBA

7h 23m

1 stop

$297Alaska Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27

12:33 pm - 12:44 am

SBA

IAD

9h 11m

1 stop

5:45 pm - 9:56 pm

IAD

SBA

7h 11m

1 stop

$297United Airlines

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

12:20 pm - 11:58 pm

SBA

DCA

8h 38m

1 stop

5:00 am - 11:35 am

DCA

SBA

9h 35m

1 stop

$307American Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 23

9:35 am - 9:22 pm

SBA

IAD

8h 47m

1 stop

3:15 pm - 7:42 pm

IAD

SBA

7h 27m

1 stop

$307United Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 23

4:47 pm - 9:10 am

SBA

DCA

13h 23m

2 stops

5:59 pm - 10:36 pm

DCA

SBA

7h 37m

1 stop

$398Delta

Mon, Aug 24 - Fri, Aug 28

5:52 am - 6:47 pm

SBA

DCA

9h 55m

2 stops

12:32 pm - 10:08 pm

DCA

SBA

12h 36m

2 stops

$403Delta

Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5

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American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia

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American Airlines

Aug 26

SBA12:20 pmSanta Barbara

8h 38m

1 stop

DCA11:58 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

Aug 31

DCA6:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 31m

1 stop

SBA11:30 amSanta Barbara

$297

American Airlines

Oct 22

SBA12:35 pmSanta Barbara

7h 48m

1 stop

IAD11:23 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Oct 27

IAD6:42 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8h 03m

1 stop

SBA11:45 amSanta Barbara

$324

American Airlines

Oct 29

SBA12:35 pmSanta Barbara

8h 24m

1 stop

DCA11:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

Nov 2

DCA5:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

9h 45m

1 stop

SBA11:45 amSanta Barbara

$340

Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia

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Alaska Airlines

Oct 22

SBA6:08 amSanta Barbara

8h 42m

1 stop

IAD5:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Oct 30

IAD7:24 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 23m

1 stop

SBA11:47 pmSanta Barbara

$302

Alaska Airlines

Nov 12

SBA2:38 pmSanta Barbara

24h 02m

1 stop

IAD5:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Nov 17

IAD6:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8h 03m

1 stop

SBA11:43 pmSanta Barbara

$307

Alaska Airlines

Oct 19

SBA2:22 pmSanta Barbara

24h 28m

1 stop

IAD5:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Oct 24

IAD7:24 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 23m

1 stop

SBA11:47 pmSanta Barbara

$327

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Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/11

12:45 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/17

7:15 am-12:12 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$297

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Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/26

6:35 pm-5:55 am

1 stop8h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/31

5:42 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$297

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/26

12:20 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/31

6:59 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 31m

$297

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/12

6:00 am-5:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/17

6:40 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$297

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/22

2:22 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop24h 28m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/27

7:24 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$297

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/23

12:33 pm-12:44 am

1 stop9h 11m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/30

5:45 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$297

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/1

12:20 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/23

5:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop9h 35m

$307

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/1

9:35 am-9:22 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/23

3:15 pm-7:42 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$307

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/24

4:47 pm-9:10 am

2 stops13h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/28

5:59 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$398

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/30

5:52 am-6:47 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/5

12:32 pm-10:08 pm

2 stops12h 36m

$403

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to District of Columbia?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $356. If you don’t want to visit District of Columbia in February, then you should wait until July to fly from Santa Barbara, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $385.

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Fastest flight time	7h 12m
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The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia takes 7h 12m

There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia. There are no popular flight routes from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to District of Columbia?
Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to District of Columbia are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to District of Columbia?
The number of operators available for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to District of Columbia is 3 as of July 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to District of Columbia?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Barbara Airport to District of Columbia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?
The necessary travel and health documents for your District of Columbia trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $273	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,041 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $296	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,836 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $369	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,482 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $446	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,228 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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