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$177+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 12/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SBA
Dec 18 — Dec 251
Thu 12/18
Thu 12/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 November 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$360
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$177
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$680
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/67:05 amIAD - SBA
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Sat 12/1312:39 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/17$365
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/26:04 amIAD - SBA
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/612:30 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/17$377
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/37:55 amIAD - SBA
2 stops11h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/1310:08 amSBA - IAD
2 stops10h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$415
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/125:37 pmIAD - SBA
2 stops27h 48mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/157:20 amSBA - IAD
2 stops19h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/15$438
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/37:05 amIAD - SBA
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Sun 12/712:39 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/18$472

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl 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 November 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Dulles Intl

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Santa Barbara

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Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/21

6:04 pm-7:47 pm

2 stops28h 43m

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/28

2:45 pm-4:26 pm

1 stop22h 41m

$360

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/6

3:38 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop7h 56m

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

12:39 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$365

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/21

9:05 am-4:35 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/28

11:20 am-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$365

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/13

3:00 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop8h 56m

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

8:45 am-7:24 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$365

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/2

6:04 am-11:38 am

1 stop8h 34m

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/6

12:30 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$377

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/12

9:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops15h 55m

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

8:45 am-7:24 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$405

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/7

6:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop9h 36m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/15

12:40 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$412

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/2

4:10 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$189

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/3

7:05 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 54m

$189

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/3

6:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop8h 40m

$189

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-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. Dulles Intl Airport-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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. Dulles Intl Airport-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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $140). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara?

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 November 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara to help guide your decision. 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
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,019 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl?

    Santa Barbara (SBA), located 8.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara. 2 airlines have flights to Santa Barbara from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Southwest can get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara in just under 7h 56m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20h 47m. The distance from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara is about 2347 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Barbara, with prices starting at $328. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $381 round trip. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara for 41% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $189. Delta flights start at $189 while deals on American Airlines start at $189 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $140). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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 2 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 November 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$328Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$381Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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