Santa Barbara

$118+ Cheap flights from Virginia 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.
RIC — SBA
May 24 — May 311
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from Virginia to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Virginia to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 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 United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/36:30 am
IAD
-
SBA
1 stop8h 23m
United Airlines
Tue 9/82:32 pm
SBA
-
IAD
1 stop7h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/22$235
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/206:00 am
RDU
-
SBA
1 stop9h 07m
United Airlines
Wed 5/274:03 pm
SBA
-
RDU
1 stop10h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/22$235
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Tue 9/228:35 am
RDU
-
SBA
2 stops9h 44m
United Airlines
Tue 9/296:00 am
SBA
-
RDU
2 stops10h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/21$245
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Tue 5/126:00 am
RDU
-
SBA
2 stops10h 39m
United Airlines
Tue 5/199:45 am
SBA
-
RDU
1 stop8h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/21$258
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/46:45 am
RDU
-
SBA
2 stops9h 10m
Southwest
Tue 8/116:55 am
SBA
-
RDU
1 stop13h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 4/19$259
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/115:45 pm
RDU
-
SBA
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Tue 8/185:45 am
SBA
-
RDU
2 stops9h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 4/22$266
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 Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/305:45 pm
RDU
-
SBA
1 stop9h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/26:00 am
SBA
-
RDU
1 stop7h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/23$295
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 United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/166:15 am
IAD
-
SBA
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Sat 5/232:20 pm
SBA
-
IAD
1 stop7h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/19$297
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/227:08 pm
RDU
-
SBA
1 stop7h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 7/286:00 am
SBA
-
RDU
1 stop9h 01m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/23$297

Find flight deals from Virginia to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Virginia to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$235
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$118
(United Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$423
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From Virginia to Santa Barbara
One-way flight from Virginia to Santa Barbara
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($43 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Cheapest round-trip

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/20

6:20 am-11:25 am

1 stop8h 05m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/27

8:24 pm-9:34 am

2 stops10h 10m

$240

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/30

5:45 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/2

6:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$295

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/11

7:00 am-12:18 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/18

12:45 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$297

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

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/25

5:45 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/26

6:00 am-6:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$297

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/30

7:08 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/8

6:00 am-6:01 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$297

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 7/1

6:35 am-11:52 am

1 stop8h 17m

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/7

8:24 pm-9:34 am

2 stops10h 10m

$302

RichmondSanta Barbara

RIC - SBA

RICSBA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/20

6:15 am-11:25 am

1 stop8h 10m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/27

6:18 pm-9:55 am

2 stops12h 37m

$304

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/21

5:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop9h 48m

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/6

6:52 pm-7:00 am

1 stop9h 08m

$326

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/5

7:29 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/7

3:22 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop23h 52m

$326

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Virginia to Santa Barbara?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to Santa Barbara (average of $189). Flying from Virginia to Santa Barbara in November is currently the most expensive (average of $561). 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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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Virginia 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 Virginia?

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Santa Barbara from Virginia.

  • How long is the flight from Virginia to Santa Barbara?

    Departing from Virginia to Santa Barbara will take you 8h 03m. There are 2369 mi between Virginia and Santa Barbara. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Virginia to Santa Barbara?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Virginia to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Virginia to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Virginia 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Virginia to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to Santa Barbara (average of $189). Flying from Virginia to Santa Barbara in November is currently the most expensive (average of $561). 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 3 airlines flying from Virginia to Santa Barbara

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$295Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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