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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. from $159

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United Airlines Logo
6:25 pm - 5:22 amSBA-IAD
7h 57m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:39 pm - 8:54 pmIAD-SBA
9h 15m1 stop
$322United Airlines
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Mon, Aug 25 - Sun, Aug 31
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:39 pm - 7:33 amSBA-IAD
8h 54m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:41 pmIAD-SBA
14h 41m1 stop
$326Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 29
Delta Logo
5:50 am - 4:10 pmSBA-DCA
7h 20m1 stop
Delta Logo
1:40 pm - 8:08 pmDCA-SBA
9h 28m1 stop
$327Delta
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 3
Delta Logo
12:40 pm - 11:32 pmSBA-IAD
7h 52m1 stop
Delta Logo
3:26 pm - 8:08 pmIAD-SBA
7h 42m1 stop
$327Delta
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 3
United Airlines Logo
6:52 pm - 8:58 amSBA-DCA
11h 06m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:59 amDCA-SBA
7h 59m1 stop
$328United Airlines
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Mon, Aug 25 - Sun, Aug 31
American Airlines Logo
4:39 pm - 9:53 amSBA-IAD
14h 14m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 11:31 amIAD-SBA
8h 06m1 stop
$332American Airlines
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 3
Delta Logo
5:50 am - 4:10 pmSBA-DCA
7h 20m1 stop
Delta Logo
11:00 am - 8:08 pmDCA-SBA
12h 08m2 stops
$332Delta
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 3
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 10:56 pmSBA-IAD
13h 36m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:04 pmIAD-SBA
13h 04m2 stops
$337American Airlines
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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 3
Southwest Logo
4:25 pm - 5:05 amSBA-BWI
9h 40m2 stops
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6:10 am - 2:20 pmBWI-SBA
11h 10m2 stops
$386Southwest
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Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 18
Southwest Logo
3:00 pm - 5:00 amSBA-BWI
11h 00m1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:55 pm - 10:25 pmBWI-SBA
7h 30m1 stop
$421Southwest
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United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

Our best United Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
United Airlines
Aug 25
SBA6:25 pmSanta Barbara
7h 57m
1 stop
IAD5:22 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 31
IAD2:39 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 15m
1 stop
SBA8:54 pmSanta Barbara
$322
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United Airlines
Aug 25
SBA6:52 pmSanta Barbara
11h 06m
2 stops
DCA8:58 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Aug 31
DCA7:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 59m
1 stop
SBA11:59 amSanta Barbara
$328
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United Airlines
Sep 12
SBA6:52 pmSanta Barbara
7h 56m
1 stop
BWI5:48 amBaltimore/Washington
Sep 15
BWI7:00 amBaltimore/Washington
9h 50m
1 stop
SBA1:50 pmSanta Barbara
$376
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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 26
SBA4:39 pmSanta Barbara
14h 14m
2 stops
IAD9:53 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 3
IAD6:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 06m
1 stop
SBA11:31 amSanta Barbara
$332
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American Airlines
Aug 26
SBA6:20 amSanta Barbara
13h 36m
2 stops
IAD10:56 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 3
IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 04m
2 stops
SBA4:04 pmSanta Barbara
$337
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American Airlines
Sep 26
SBA12:22 pmSanta Barbara
7h 38m
1 stop
DCA11:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sep 29
DCA6:45 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 46m
1 stop
SBA11:31 amSanta Barbara
$340
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Price

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/25

6:25 pm-5:22 am

1 stop7h 57m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/31

2:39 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$322

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/26

7:39 pm-7:33 am

1 stop8h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/29

7:00 am-6:41 pm

1 stop14h 41m

$326

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/26

5:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/3

1:40 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$327

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/26

12:40 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/3

3:26 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$327

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/25

6:52 pm-8:58 am

2 stops11h 06m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/31

7:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 59m

$328

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/26

4:39 pm-9:53 am

2 stops14h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/3

6:25 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 06m

$332

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/26

5:50 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/3

11:00 am-8:08 pm

2 stops12h 08m

$332

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/26

6:20 am-10:56 pm

2 stops13h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-4:04 pm

2 stops13h 04m

$337

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/15

4:25 pm-5:05 am

2 stops9h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/18

6:10 am-2:20 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$386

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/15

3:00 pm-5:00 am

1 stop11h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/18

5:55 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$421

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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 July is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara, with most prices found around $344. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in July, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. during November average around $361.

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 $418. 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 $569.

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 $376. 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 $481. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Can stopping save me money on Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flights?

You could potentially save up to 36% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight.

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

As of July 2025, prices for Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 36% cheaper 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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

Best Price Found

$159

Fastest flight time

6h 33m

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 $159. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $322.
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. takes 6h 33m
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)
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  • 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 36m.

  • 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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DeltaPriceFrom $286Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,981 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $286Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,900 reviews
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7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $382Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,246 reviews
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Fly into one of these airports located in Washington, D.C.

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 22.4 mi from Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport