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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. from $206

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Delta Logo
1:10 pm - 11:48 pm
SBA
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IAD
7h 38m1 stop
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 4:16 pm
IAD
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SBA
11h 46m2 stops
$296Delta
Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 6:56 pm
SBA
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IAD
10h 16m2 stops
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 4:16 pm
IAD
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SBA
11h 46m2 stops
$301Delta
Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:38 pm - 5:20 pm
SBA
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IAD
23h 42m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:27 pm - 1:47 pm
IAD
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SBA
22h 20m1 stop
$309Alaska Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 2
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:38 pm - 9:59 pm
SBA
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DCA
28h 21m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 1:47 pm
DCA
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SBA
23h 47m1 stop
$324Alaska Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 2
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:36 pm
SBA
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DCA
10h 36m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:46 pm
DCA
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SBA
11h 46m2 stops
$340American Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
10:02 am - 11:21 pm
SBA
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BWI
10h 19m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:46 pm
BWI
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SBA
12h 46m2 stops
$343American Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
United Airlines Logo
6:23 am - 4:53 pm
SBA
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BWI
7h 30m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:09 pm - 9:13 pm
BWI
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SBA
8h 04m1 stop
$371United Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 2
Southwest Logo
11:20 am - 10:05 pm
SBA
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BWI
7h 45m1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:35 pm - 11:30 pm
BWI
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SBA
7h 55m1 stop
$373Southwest
Wed, Feb 25 - Sun, Mar 1
United Airlines Logo
6:23 am - 4:53 pm
SBA
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BWI
7h 30m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:05 pm - 11:52 pm
BWI
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SBA
10h 47m2 stops
$376United Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 2
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 7:20 pm
SBA
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BWI
10h 20m2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:35 pm - 11:30 pm
BWI
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SBA
7h 55m1 stop
$378Southwest
Wed, Feb 25 - Sun, Mar 1

Delta flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

Our best Delta deals on Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Delta
Jan 17
SBA1:10 pmSanta Barbara
7h 38m
1 stop
IAD11:48 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Jan 24
IAD7:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 46m
2 stops
SBA4:16 pmSanta Barbara
$296
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Delta
Jan 17
SBA5:40 amSanta Barbara
10h 16m
2 stops
IAD6:56 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Jan 24
IAD7:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 46m
2 stops
SBA4:16 pmSanta Barbara
$301
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Delta
Feb 25
SBA5:40 amSanta Barbara
14h 30m
2 stops
IAD11:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 2
IAD7:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 49m
2 stops
SBA4:19 pmSanta Barbara
$306
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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
Feb 25
SBA2:38 pmSanta Barbara
23h 42m
1 stop
IAD5:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 2
IAD6:27 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 20m
1 stop
SBA1:47 pmSanta Barbara
$309
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Alaska Airlines
Feb 25
SBA2:38 pmSanta Barbara
28h 21m
1 stop
DCA9:59 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mar 2
DCA5:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
23h 47m
1 stop
SBA1:47 pmSanta Barbara
$324
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Alaska Airlines
Feb 18
SBA2:38 pmSanta Barbara
23h 42m
1 stop
IAD5:20 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Feb 21
IAD7:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 42m
1 stop
SBA1:47 pmSanta Barbara
$343
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Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

1:10 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/24

7:30 am-4:16 pm

2 stops11h 46m

$296

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

5:40 am-6:56 pm

2 stops10h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/24

7:30 am-4:16 pm

2 stops11h 46m

$301

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/25

2:38 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop23h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/2

6:27 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$309

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/25

2:38 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop28h 21m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/2

5:00 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop23h 47m

$324

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-7:36 pm

2 stops10h 36m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/24

7:00 am-3:46 pm

2 stops11h 46m

$340

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/20

10:02 am-11:21 pm

2 stops10h 19m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-3:46 pm

2 stops12h 46m

$343

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/25

6:23 am-4:53 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/2

4:09 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$371

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/25

11:20 am-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/1

6:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$373

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/25

6:23 am-4:53 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/2

4:05 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops10h 47m

$376

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-7:20 pm

2 stops10h 20m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/1

6:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$378

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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 Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $414. 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 $557.

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 $382. 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 $460. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

As of December 2025, prices for Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 18% 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

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Fastest flight time

6h 59m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. takes 6h 59m
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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 59m.

  • 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.

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

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $311Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,102 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $324Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,014 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $325Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,051 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $376Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,254 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.
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