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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles from $130

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Southwest Logo
7:40 am - 9:05 pmIAD-SBA
16h 25m2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 10:10 pmSBA-IAD
13h 20m2 stops
$211Southwest
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 12
United Airlines Logo
6:03 pm - 11:59 pmIAD-SBA
8h 56m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:29 am - 6:54 pmSBA-IAD
8h 25m1 stop
$259United Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 12
Delta Logo
5:05 pm - 10:03 pmDCA-SBA
7h 58m1 stop
Delta Logo
8:25 am - 7:36 pmSBA-DCA
8h 11m1 stop
$277Delta
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Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18
Delta Logo
12:36 pm - 8:41 pmIAD-SBA
11h 05m1 stop
Delta Logo
12:37 pm - 11:29 pmSBA-IAD
7h 52m1 stop
$277Delta
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Tue, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 19
Delta Logo
5:05 pm - 10:03 pmDCA-SBA
7h 58m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:40 am - 6:59 pmSBA-DCA
10h 19m2 stops
$282Delta
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Tue, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 19
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 4:11 pmIAD-SBA
12h 06m2 stops
Delta Logo
12:37 pm - 11:29 pmSBA-IAD
7h 52m1 stop
$282Delta
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 12
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 6:56 pmDCA-SBA
13h 56m1 stop
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7:23 am - 4:00 pmSBA-DCA
29h 37m1 stop
$302Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:34 amDCA-SBA
9h 34m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:28 pm - 11:00 pmSBA-DCA
7h 32m1 stop
$303American Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 4
American Airlines Logo
6:11 am - 11:34 amIAD-SBA
8h 23m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
9:50 am - 11:07 pmSBA-IAD
10h 17m2 stops
$308American Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 4
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:13 pm - 6:56 pmIAD-SBA
27h 43m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:32 am - 6:18 amSBA-IAD
16h 46m1 stop
$446Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 22

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

Our best American Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara flight tickets
American Airlines
Nov 1
DCA5:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 34m
1 stop
SBA11:34 amSanta Barbara
Nov 4
SBA12:28 pmSanta Barbara
7h 32m
1 stop
DCA11:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$303
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American Airlines
Nov 1
IAD6:11 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 23m
1 stop
SBA11:34 amSanta Barbara
Nov 4
SBA9:50 amSanta Barbara
10h 17m
2 stops
IAD11:07 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$308
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American Airlines
Oct 25
IAD6:11 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 23m
2 stops
SBA3:34 pmSanta Barbara
Oct 28
SBA6:05 amSanta Barbara
13h 46m
2 stops
IAD10:51 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$313
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United Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara

Our best United Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara flight tickets
United Airlines
Nov 5
IAD6:03 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 56m
1 stop
SBA11:59 pmSanta Barbara
Nov 12
SBA7:29 amSanta Barbara
8h 25m
1 stop
IAD6:54 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$259
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United Airlines
Nov 1
IAD6:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 31m
1 stop
SBA12:01 pmSanta Barbara
Nov 4
SBA7:19 amSanta Barbara
8h 35m
1 stop
IAD6:54 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$303
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United Airlines
Nov 1
DCA7:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 01m
1 stop
SBA12:01 pmSanta Barbara
Nov 4
SBA6:50 pmSanta Barbara
12h 03m
2 stops
DCA9:53 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
$308
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Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/5

7:40 am-9:05 pm

2 stops16h 25m

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/12

5:50 am-10:10 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$211

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/5

6:03 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/12

7:29 am-6:54 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$259

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/11

5:05 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Santa Barbara

Tue 11/18

8:25 am-7:36 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$277

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/11

12:36 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/19

12:37 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$277

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/11

5:05 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/19

5:40 am-6:59 pm

2 stops10h 19m

$282

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/5

7:05 am-4:11 pm

2 stops12h 06m

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/12

12:37 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$282

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/1

8:00 am-6:56 pm

1 stop13h 56m

Santa Barbara

Tue 11/4

7:23 am-4:00 pm

1 stop29h 37m

$302

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/1

5:00 am-11:34 am

1 stop9h 34m

Santa Barbara

Tue 11/4

12:28 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$303

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/1

6:11 am-11:34 am

1 stop8h 23m

Santa Barbara

Tue 11/4

9:50 am-11:07 pm

2 stops10h 17m

$308

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/17

6:13 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop27h 43m

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/22

10:32 am-6:18 am

1 stop16h 46m

$446

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Washington, D.C., with most prices found around $392. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of August, then departing from Washington, D.C. during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $394.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Santa Barbara is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $457. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Washington, D.C. because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $646.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Santa Barbara?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Santa Barbara is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara in the afternoon for as low as $483. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $514 on average. Flights to Santa Barbara from Washington, D.C. in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara flight.

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

As of September 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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  • How far is Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara by plane?

    There are 2361.7 mi between Washington, D.C. and Santa Barbara. By plane, this route typically takes 7h 30m.

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Barbara Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Santa Barbara Airport 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.

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

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

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $202Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $294Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,954 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $307Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $347Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,929 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara

    United Airlines flies from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara around 7 times per week, with 8,929 momondo users rating the airline 7.4/10. The cheapest United Airlines deal from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara in the last 72 hours was $347 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $529 for United Airlines flights on this route.

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