$119+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — SBA
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa BarbaraExplore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/35:00 am -
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Sat 11/712:35 pm -
1 stop7h 25m
Deal found 9/14![American Airlines logo]()
$227
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 12/122:35 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Sat 1/95:20 am -
2 stops9h 40m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$234
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/36:46 pm -
1 stop7h 57m
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1 stop8h 40m
Deal found 9/15![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$235
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/277:02 am -
1 stop14h 00m
Mon 11/26:00 am -
1 stop8h 40m
Deal found 9/15![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$246
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/312:45 pm -
2 stops10h 55m
Sat 11/710:55 am -
1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 10/59:28 am -
1 stop7h 14m
Mon 10/192:05 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/3110:00 am -
1 stop8h 17m
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1 stop8h 24m
Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/316:42 am -
1 stop8h 03m
Fri 11/612:35 pm -
1 stop7h 55m
Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 11/37:45 am -
2 stops11h 21m
Sat 11/75:52 am -
2 stops8h 37m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$267
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 11/37:23 am -
2 stops11h 43m
Sat 11/74:50 pm -
2 stops13h 29m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/35:20 pm -
1 stop7h 40m
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1 stop9h 05m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/175:00 am -
1 stop9h 45m
Tue 10/2012:35 pm -
1 stop8h 24m
Deal found 9/14![American Airlines logo]()
$272
Best flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa BarbaraDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 12/1212:15 pm -
2 stops9h 40m
Sat 1/95:20 am -
2 stops9h 40m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 12/106:05 am -
2 stops13h 02m
Mon 12/145:41 am -
1 stop8h 08m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$262
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 11/65:38 pm -
1 stop9h 21m
Tue 11/101:56 pm -
1 stop7h 34m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 11/37:45 am -
2 stops11h 21m
Sat 11/75:52 am -
2 stops9h 17m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/33:45 pm -
2 stops9h 15m
Sat 11/710:55 am -
1 stop9h 05m
Deal found 9/15![Southwest logo]()
$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/319:40 am -
2 stops9h 26m
Fri 11/64:50 pm -
2 stops13h 20m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$282
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/218:00 am -
1 stop8h 42m
Mon 10/264:10 pm -
1 stop10h 33m
Deal found 9/16![United Airlines logo]()
$315
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 2/512:59 pm -
2 stops12h 06m
Sat 2/135:55 am -
2 stops9h 21m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$282
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 11/611:25 am -
1 stop9h 03m
Tue 11/106:00 am -
2 stops10h 09m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$320
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/3111:10 am -
2 stops13h 59m
Fri 11/64:50 pm -
2 stops14h 20m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$282
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 11/64:45 pm -
1 stop8h 50m
Tue 11/102:20 pm -
1 stop7h 30m
Deal found 9/17![Southwest logo]()
$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 2/166:30 am -
1 stop8h 26m
Thu 2/182:15 pm -
1 stop6h 54m
Deal found 9/14![United Airlines logo]()
$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 11/37:30 am -
2 stops11h 36m
Sat 11/74:50 pm -
1 stop9h 55m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 9/305:45 pm -
1 stop7h 11m
Thu 10/16:15 am -
1 stop6h 59m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$375
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sat 10/317:00 am -
1 stop8h 00m
Fri 11/64:50 pm -
1 stop9h 55m
Deal found 9/17![Delta logo]()
$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Mon 9/285:48 pm -
1 stop8h 03m
Thu 10/12:05 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$380
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 11/36:13 am -
1 stop8h 47m
Sat 11/74:50 pm -
2 stops13h 29m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 2/57:30 am -
2 stops11h 47m
Sat 2/1312:45 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 9/17![Delta logo]()
$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 10/56:29 am -
1 stop9h 15m
Mon 10/196:34 pm -
1 stop9h 46m
Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$459
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/712:27 pm -
2 stops12h 42m
Fri 10/94:50 pm -
2 stops14h 19m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sat 1/3011:00 am -
2 stops14h 10m
Sat 2/612:45 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$352
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sat 10/176:05 am -
2 stops8h 55m
Sat 10/245:52 am -
2 stops11h 22m
Deal found 9/13![Delta logo]()
$357
Last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa BarbaraDiscover last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara. Data last updated September 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara. Data last updated September 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 10/59:28 am -
1 stop7h 14m
Mon 10/192:05 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/62:15 pm -
2 stops9h 55m
Tue 10/132:05 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$272
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/62:47 pm -
1 stop8h 42m
Tue 10/132:05 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 9/14![United Airlines logo]()
$278
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/136:35 am -
1 stop8h 17m
Tue 10/202:05 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Deal found 9/14![United Airlines logo]()
$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/176:42 am -
1 stop8h 03m
Tue 10/2012:35 pm -
1 stop7h 48m
Deal found 9/14![American Airlines logo]()
$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/175:00 am -
1 stop9h 45m
Tue 10/2012:35 pm -
1 stop8h 24m
Deal found 9/14![American Airlines logo]()
$272
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/277:02 am -
1 stop14h 00m
Mon 11/26:00 am -
1 stop8h 40m
Deal found 9/15![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$246
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/277:23 am -
2 stops11h 43m
Mon 11/24:50 pm -
2 stops14h 20m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$267
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/307:02 am -
1 stop14h 00m
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1 stop8h 40m
Deal found 9/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$272
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/3110:00 am -
1 stop8h 17m
Fri 11/612:35 pm -
1 stop8h 24m
Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/316:42 am -
1 stop8h 03m
Fri 11/612:35 pm -
1 stop7h 55m
Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/316:13 am -
1 stop8h 47m
Fri 11/64:50 pm -
2 stops14h 20m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$277
One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa BarbaraSearch for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 17, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/75:00 am -
1 stop9h 45m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![American Airlines logo]()
$119
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/76:42 am -
1 stop8h 03m
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Deal found 9/15![American Airlines logo]()
$119
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 10/54:15 pm -
1 stop9h 36m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$129
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 11/79:00 am -
2 stops10h 06m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$134
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 11/76:00 am -
2 stops13h 06m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Delta logo]()
$134
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/237:24 pm -
1 stop7h 23m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$144
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 10/277:00 am -
1 stop8h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$149
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/224:15 pm -
1 stop9h 36m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![United Airlines logo]()
$150
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/296:10 am -
1 stop10h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$152
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/224:55 pm -
2 stops9h 20m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$158
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/297:20 am -
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Delta logo]()
$164
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Fri 10/236:20 pm -
1 stop7h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Southwest logo]()
$170
Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 September 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $227 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $119 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $353 |
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Route
Depart
Return
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Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara
IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - SBA Santa Barbara
IADSBA
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mon 10/5
7:24 pm-11:47 pm
1 stop7h 23m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$129
Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara
IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - SBA Santa Barbara
IADSBA
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mon 10/5
4:15 pm-10:51 pm
1 stop9h 36m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$129
Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara
IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - SBA Santa Barbara
IADSBA
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 11/7
12:43 pm-7:53 pm
1 stop10h 10m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$129
BaltimoreSanta Barbara
BWI Baltimore/Washington - SBA Santa Barbara
BWISBA
Baltimore/Washington
Tue 10/27
12:37 pm-10:09 pm
2 stops12h 32m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$154
Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara
DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SBA Santa Barbara
DCASBA
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Thu 11/12
7:40 am-12:54 pm
1 stop8h 14m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$158
Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara
DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SBA Santa Barbara
DCASBA
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Fri 10/23
12:00 pm-6:45 pm
2 stops9h 45m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$202
BaltimoreSanta Barbara
BWI Baltimore/Washington - SBA Santa Barbara
BWISBA
Baltimore/Washington
Tue 10/27
2:30 pm-7:59 pm
1 stop8h 29m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$204
BaltimoreSanta Barbara
BWI Baltimore/Washington - SBA Santa Barbara
BWISBA
Baltimore/Washington
Fri 10/23
10:21 am-10:09 pm
2 stops14h 48m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$205
Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara
DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SBA Santa Barbara
DCASBA
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 12/29
5:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop9h 50m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$207
Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara
DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - SBA Santa Barbara
DCASBA
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sat 11/21
5:40 pm-12:10 am
2 stops9h 30m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$212
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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IAD-SBA
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara
WAS-SBA
IAD-SBA
BWI-SBA
DCA-SBA
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara (average of $402). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara in March is currently the most expensive (average of $610). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara flights typically cost between $340 and $402 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $227 on American Airlines (Nov 3-Nov 7).
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 September 17, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$256 | Average$497 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$326 | Average$608 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$367 | Average$485 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |