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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. from $145

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United Airlines Logo
6:27 pm - 5:22 amSBA-IAD
7h 55m1 stop
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6:30 am - 12:08 pmIAD-SBA
8h 38m1 stop
$294United Airlines
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Thu, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 5
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7:30 am - 4:06 pmSBA-DCA
29h 36m1 stop
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5:49 pm - 7:49 pmDCA-SBA
29h 00m1 stop
$298Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 3
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:14 am - 12:20 amSBA-IAD
10h 06m1 stop
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9:00 am - 6:39 pmIAD-SBA
12h 39m1 stop
$298Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 3
Delta Logo
8:13 am - 6:33 pmSBA-DCA
7h 20m1 stop
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1:40 pm - 8:08 pmDCA-SBA
9h 28m1 stop
$299Delta
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 3
American Airlines Logo
12:12 pm - 10:44 pmSBA-IAD
7h 32m1 stop
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6:27 am - 11:22 amIAD-SBA
7h 55m1 stop
$299American Airlines
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Thu, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 1
Delta Logo
8:13 am - 6:33 pmSBA-DCA
7h 20m1 stop
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8:45 am - 8:08 pmDCA-SBA
14h 23m2 stops
$304Delta
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 3
Delta Logo
8:13 am - 6:49 pmSBA-IAD
7h 36m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:20 pm - 10:02 pmIAD-SBA
12h 42m2 stops
$304Delta
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 3
American Airlines Logo
4:39 pm - 9:53 amSBA-IAD
14h 14m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
11:47 am - 6:39 pmIAD-SBA
9h 52m2 stops
$309American Airlines
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 3
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 4:55 pmSBA-DCA
8h 15m1 stop
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4:55 pm - 12:05 amDCA-SBA
10h 10m1 stop
$346Southwest
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Thu, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 5
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5:15 am - 4:15 pmSBA-BWI
8h 00m1 stop
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6:20 am - 10:50 amBWI-SBA
7h 30m1 stop
$487Southwest
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Delta flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

Our best Delta deals on Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Delta
Aug 26
SBA8:13 amSanta Barbara
7h 20m
1 stop
DCA6:33 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sep 3
DCA1:40 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 28m
1 stop
SBA8:08 pmSanta Barbara
Delta
Aug 26
SBA8:13 amSanta Barbara
7h 36m
1 stop
IAD6:49 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 3
IAD12:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 42m
2 stops
SBA10:02 pmSanta Barbara
Delta
Aug 26
SBA5:00 pmSanta Barbara
13h 11m
2 stops
DCA9:11 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sep 3
DCA11:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 08m
2 stops
SBA8:08 pmSanta Barbara

American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

Our best American Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 28
SBA12:12 pmSanta Barbara
7h 32m
1 stop
IAD10:44 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 1
IAD6:27 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 55m
1 stop
SBA11:22 amSanta Barbara
American Airlines
Aug 26
SBA4:39 pmSanta Barbara
14h 14m
2 stops
IAD9:53 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 3
IAD11:47 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 52m
2 stops
SBA6:39 pmSanta Barbara
American Airlines
Aug 6
SBA12:14 pmSanta Barbara
10h 02m
1 stop
DCA1:16 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Aug 11
DCA6:45 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 37m
1 stop
SBA11:22 amSanta Barbara

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Santa Barbara and Washington, D.C.?

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

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara, with most prices found around $361. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in November, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. during February average around $362.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $415. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for around $571.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. when you can find flight prices for as low as $370. Flying to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $475. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How have Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2025, prices for Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 44% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. (SBA to WAS) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$145

Fastest flight time

6h 26m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Washington, D.C.

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara in the past 72 hours is $145. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $294.
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. takes 6h 26m
There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Santa Barbara Airport - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, Santa Barbara Airport - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Santa Barbara Airport - Baltimore/Washington Airport.
There are 3 airports near Washington, D.C.: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Baltimore/Washington (BWI), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)

  • How far is Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. by plane?

    There are 2361.7 mi between Santa Barbara and Washington, D.C.. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 6h 26m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Washington, D.C. are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Washington, D.C.?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Washington, D.C..

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?


Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

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7,963 reviews
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7.4
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7.2
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SouthwestPriceFrom $396Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,278 reviews
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