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$118+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — SBA
May 23 — May 301
Sat 5/23
Sat 5/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 23, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Wed 9/236:30 am
DCA
-
SBA
1 stop8h 03m
United Airlines
Tue 9/296:15 am
SBA
-
DCA
1 stop7h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/20$235
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Mon 6/86:00 am
DCA
-
SBA
2 stops9h 05m
Delta
Tue 6/234:53 pm
SBA
-
DCA
2 stops12h 44m
Delta
Deal found 4/23$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sat 5/306:30 am
DCA
-
SBA
1 stop7h 55m
United Airlines
Sat 6/612:27 pm
SBA
-
DCA
1 stop7h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/20$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Wed 9/235:00 am
DCA
-
SBA
1 stop9h 36m
American Airlines
Tue 9/299:45 am
SBA
-
DCA
2 stops10h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sat 9/261:00 pm
DCA
-
SBA
2 stops12h 35m
United Airlines
Wed 9/3012:15 pm
SBA
-
DCA
1 stop7h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/20$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 5/136:00 am
DCA
-
SBA
1 stop9h 12m
American Airlines
Tue 5/191:02 pm
SBA
-
DCA
1 stop7h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 5/2812:59 pm
DCA
-
SBA
2 stops12h 46m
United Airlines
Sat 5/3012:32 pm
SBA
-
DCA
1 stop7h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/20$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Tue 7/215:00 am
DCA
-
SBA
1 stop9h 48m
American Airlines
Thu 8/66:52 pm
SBA
-
DCA
1 stop9h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/19$326
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/128:59 am
DCA
-
SBA
1 stop8h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/197:27 am
SBA
-
DCA
1 stop29h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/19$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sat 5/303:20 pm
DCA
-
SBA
2 stops9h 39m
American Airlines
Sat 6/612:45 pm
SBA
-
DCA
1 stop8h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/20$331

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) to Santa Barbara (SBA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 23, 2026.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara 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 April 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Price

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Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/30

6:30 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 55m

Santa Barbara

Sat 6/6

12:27 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$297

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/12

7:30 am-3:34 pm

1 stop11h 04m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/13

12:37 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$345

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/13

12:27 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops12h 23m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/19

5:50 am-6:40 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$368

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/9

1:00 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops12h 45m

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/12

12:27 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$386

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/12

1:43 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops11h 07m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/19

5:50 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$388

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/9

4:25 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/12

5:05 am-3:50 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$410

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 7/10

12:23 pm-10:06 pm

2 stops12h 43m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/13

4:53 pm-9:12 am

2 stops13h 19m

$418

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/6

12:40 pm-10:17 pm

2 stops12h 37m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/12

12:37 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$426

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/15

10:15 am-10:06 pm

2 stops14h 51m

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/18

4:53 pm-8:36 am

2 stops12h 43m

$447
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Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/1

6:30 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 55m

$118

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Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. 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 Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated April 23, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,659 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MIA - SFO

Horrible. When they power flights for other airlines there is nothing they can do to change or accommodate any changes
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,659 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,659 reviews

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MIA - SFO

Horrible. When they power flights for other airlines there is nothing they can do to change or accommodate any changes

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Santa Barbara. You should not have trouble finding flights to Santa Barbara from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Santa Barbara airport from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. It is only a 8.0 mi journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara?

    United Airlines and Delta can get you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara in just under 7h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 28m. The distance from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara is about 2369 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Currently priced at $302, American Airlines will fly you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. American Airlines is currently priced 45% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara?

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

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Top airline flying from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara. 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 April 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$302Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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