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$149+ 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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — SBA
May 3 — May 101
Sun 5/3
Sun 5/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara

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 April 3, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/66:43 pm
IAD
-
SBA
1 stop8h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 5/122:20 pm
SBA
-
IAD
1 stop7h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/97:30 am
IAD
-
SBA
1 stop7h 25m
Delta
Tue 5/124:45 pm
SBA
-
IAD
2 stops13h 31m
Delta
Deal found 3/31$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 6/3011:59 am
IAD
-
SBA
2 stops13h 00m
American Airlines
Sat 7/49:45 am
SBA
-
IAD
2 stops11h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/2$312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 10/216:24 am
IAD
-
SBA
1 stop8h 12m
American Airlines
Fri 10/3012:25 pm
SBA
-
IAD
1 stop7h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/1$326
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 5/64:30 pm
IAD
-
SBA
2 stops9h 20m
Southwest
Tue 5/126:40 am
SBA
-
IAD
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31$331
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/289:00 am
IAD
-
SBA
1 stop12h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/296:00 am
SBA
-
IAD
1 stop8h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/1$338
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/127:10 am
IAD
-
SBA
1 stop14h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/196:00 am
SBA
-
IAD
1 stop8h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/1$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/137:30 am
IAD
-
SBA
1 stop7h 25m
Delta
Tue 5/194:45 pm
SBA
-
IAD
2 stops13h 31m
Delta
Deal found 4/1$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/66:00 am
IAD
-
SBA
2 stops13h 12m
Delta
Tue 5/125:50 am
SBA
-
IAD
2 stops12h 34m
Delta
Deal found 4/1$348

Find 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 April 3, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$297
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(Delta)

Popular in

March

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February

Average price

$638
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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 April 3, 2026.
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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Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/9

7:30 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 25m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/12

4:45 pm-9:16 am

2 stops13h 31m

$302

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/28

9:00 am-6:19 pm

1 stop12h 19m

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/29

6:00 am-5:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$338

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

6:47 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop22h 29m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/13

6:00 am-5:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$357

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/12

6:47 pm-3:17 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/19

4:01 pm-5:42 pm

1 stop22h 41m

$357

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/29

6:56 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop22h 20m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/3

2:53 pm-5:41 pm

1 stop23h 48m

$381

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/5

5:44 pm-10:05 am

1 stop19h 21m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/7

3:22 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop23h 52m

$417

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/30

7:48 pm-1:51 pm

1 stop21h 03m

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/4

6:00 am-7:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$479

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/15

12:37 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops12h 13m

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/22

4:45 pm-9:48 am

2 stops14h 03m

$481
Cheapest one-way

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/12

12:37 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops12h 13m

$154

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/26

6:30 am-11:52 am

1 stop8h 22m

$179

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara in April.
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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 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 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. Dulles Intl Airport-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara

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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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 April 3, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,533 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,533 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,533 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

IAD - TYS

It was a short flight on a small express plane, so no time for amenities. Quickly on, quickly off. No complaints.

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. 1 airline 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?

    Delta and Alaska Airlines can get you from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara in just under 7h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 54m. 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 is the cheapest airline to fly 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 $307. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara for 35% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $273). 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 airline flying from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara

Discover the top airline 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 April 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$307Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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