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$177+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to District of Columbia

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — IAD
dic. 13 — dic. 201
sáb. 12/13
sáb. 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$353
(Delta)

One-way from

$177
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$432
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 13, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/68:25 amSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 15mDelta
sáb. 12/131:52 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop9h 42mDelta
Deal found 11/12$353
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/612:39 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 50mDelta
sáb. 12/133:38 pmIAD - SBA
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 11/12$353
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/610:08 amSBA - DCA
2 stops9h 52mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/1310:35 amDCA - SBA
2 stops10h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/116:49 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop9h 11mAmerican Airlines
jue. 12/186:30 amDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/206:52 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
vie. 1/26:30 amDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/12$426
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/1012:30 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
vie. 12/1210:05 amDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$430
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/107:00 amSBA - IAD
1 stop8h 54mUnited Airlines
vie. 12/126:30 amIAD - SBA
1 stop8h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$431
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/105:50 amSBA - DCA
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
vie. 12/124:50 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/13$436
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/1012:30 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
vie. 12/1211:25 amIAD - SBA
2 stops9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$436
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/116:00 amSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
jue. 12/186:30 amIAD - SBA
1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/13$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/206:52 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 1/36:30 amDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/11$447
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/108:25 amSBA - IAD
2 stops12h 37mDelta
vie. 12/1211:06 amIAD - SBA
2 stops12h 28mDelta
Deal found 11/13$461

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated noviembre 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

sáb. 12/6

8:25 am-6:40 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 12/13

1:52 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$353

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

sáb. 12/6

12:39 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 12/13

3:38 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$353

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

jue. 2/26

2:38 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop28h 21m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 3/2

5:00 pm-1:46 pm

1 stop23h 46m

$358

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

jue. 2/26

2:38 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop23h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 3/2

6:27 pm-1:46 pm

1 stop22h 19m

$360

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

jue. 12/11

6:49 pm-7:00 am

1 stop9h 11m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 12/18

6:30 am-11:35 am

1 stop8h 05m

$373

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

sáb. 2/7

5:35 am-8:15 pm

2 stops11h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 2/12

6:00 am-1:50 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$395

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

sáb. 12/20

6:52 pm-7:00 am

1 stop9h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

vie. 1/2

6:30 am-11:35 am

1 stop8h 05m

$426

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

mié. 12/10

12:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

vie. 12/12

10:05 am-4:02 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$430

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

mié. 12/10

7:00 am-6:54 pm

1 stop8h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

vie. 12/12

6:30 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 25m

$431

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

vie. 3/6

2:38 pm-5:40 am

1 stop12h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 3/8

7:05 am-7:51 pm

2 stops15h 46m

$433

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia (average of $93). Flying from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $166). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBA to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated noviembre 13, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia?

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to District of Columbia. Reviews last updated noviembre 13, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,017 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,051 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia?

    If you book a flight to District of Columbia from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia in 7h 15m. Fly via Delta, Alaska Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia is about 2369 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia one-way?

    $177 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $197 and $202, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to District of Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia (average of $93). Flying from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia in December is currently the most expensive (average of $166). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to District of Columbia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated noviembre 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$311Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$325Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$376Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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