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United Airlines Logo
12:27 pm - 10:49 pm
SBA
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DCA
7h 22m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:25 am
DCA
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SBA
7h 55m
1 stop
$297United Airlines
Fri, May 29 - Tue, Jun 2
United Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 12:33 am
SBA
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IAD
8h 56m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:05 pm - 9:03 pm
IAD
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SBA
7h 58m
1 stop
$297United Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 12
Delta Logo
5:50 am - 4:49 pm
SBA
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DCA
7h 59m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 11:55 am
DCA
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SBA
8h 50m
2 stops
$302Delta
Thu, May 21 - Wed, May 27
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 5:05 pm
SBA
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IAD
8h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:30 pm - 9:50 pm
IAD
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SBA
8h 20m
1 stop
$302Southwest
Fri, May 29 - Tue, Jun 2
American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 8:49 am
SBA
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IAD
10h 36m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:41 pm
IAD
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SBA
11h 41m
2 stops
$315American Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Tue, May 19
American Airlines Logo
7:13 pm - 9:05 am
SBA
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DCA
10h 52m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:59 am - 12:12 pm
DCA
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SBA
8h 13m
1 stop
$322American Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Tue, May 12
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:42 pm
SBA
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IAD
8h 42m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:37 pm - 3:17 pm
IAD
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SBA
22h 40m
1 stop
$326Alaska Airlines
Tue, May 19 - Mon, May 25
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:41 pm
SBA
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IAD
8h 41m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 6:19 pm
IAD
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SBA
12h 19m
1 stop
$338Alaska Airlines
Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 12
Delta Logo
4:45 pm - 5:45 am
SBA
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BWI
10h 00m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 3:59 pm
BWI
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SBA
11h 59m
2 stops
$402Delta
Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 16
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 6:10 pm
SBA
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BWI
9h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
2:10 pm - 9:05 pm
BWI
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SBA
9h 55m
2 stops
$412Southwest
Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 16

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
May 14
SBA7:13 pmSanta Barbara
10h 36m
2 stops
IAD8:49 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
May 19
IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 41m
2 stops
SBA3:41 pmSanta Barbara
$315
American Airlines
May 7
SBA7:13 pmSanta Barbara
10h 52m
2 stops
DCA9:05 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
May 12
DCA6:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 13m
1 stop
SBA12:12 pmSanta Barbara
$322
American Airlines
May 7
SBA7:13 pmSanta Barbara
10h 52m
2 stops
DCA9:05 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
May 12
DCA8:59 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 42m
2 stops
SBA3:41 pmSanta Barbara
$327

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

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
May 19
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
8h 42m
1 stop
IAD5:42 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
May 25
IAD7:37 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 40m
1 stop
SBA3:17 pmSanta Barbara
$326
Alaska Airlines
May 9
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
8h 41m
1 stop
IAD5:41 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
May 12
IAD9:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 19m
1 stop
SBA6:19 pmSanta Barbara
$338
Alaska Airlines
May 9
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
8h 41m
1 stop
IAD5:41 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
May 12
IAD6:47 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 30m
1 stop
SBA3:17 pmSanta Barbara
$350

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Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/29

12:27 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/2

6:30 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 55m

$297

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/7

12:37 pm-12:33 am

1 stop8h 56m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/12

4:05 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$297

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/21

5:50 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/27

6:05 am-11:55 am

2 stops8h 50m

$302

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/29

5:20 am-5:05 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/2

4:30 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$302

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/14

7:13 pm-8:49 am

2 stops10h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/19

7:00 am-3:41 pm

2 stops11h 41m

$315

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/7

7:13 pm-9:05 am

2 stops10h 52m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/12

6:59 am-12:12 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$322

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/19

6:00 am-5:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/25

7:37 pm-3:17 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$326

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-5:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/12

9:00 am-6:19 pm

1 stop12h 19m

$338

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/13

4:45 pm-5:45 am

1 stop10h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/16

7:00 am-3:59 pm

2 stops11h 59m

$402

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/13

5:30 am-6:10 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/16

2:10 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$412

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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 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 Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $433. 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 $585.

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 $401. 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 at noon because they tend to be around $485. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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You could potentially save up to 69% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight.

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As of April 2026, prices for Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 20% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. (SBA to WAS) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

7h 10m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. takes 7h 10m
There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.. There are no popular flight routes from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C..

Frequently asked questions about flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

  • 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 7h 10m.

  • 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.

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  • 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.?

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $311Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,579 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $312Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,406 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $325Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,569 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $356Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,331 reviews
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