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$88+ Cheap flights from Washington 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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — SBA
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/33:55 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 30mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/107:19 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/5$136
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/33:55 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 30mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/97:19 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/5$137
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/35:25 amSEA - SBA
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Wed 12/105:40 amSBA - SEA
1 stop7h 17mDelta
Deal found 11/5$147
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/312:10 pmSEA - SBA
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Wed 12/105:50 amSBA - SEA
2 stops10h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/5$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/63:55 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 30mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 12/87:19 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/5$158
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/49:25 amSEA - SBA
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Wed 12/105:50 amSBA - SEA
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/6$164
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Thu 12/43:55 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 30mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/107:19 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/6$166
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/27:30 amPDX - SBA
1 stop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/92:10 pmSBA - PDX
1 stop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/4$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/412:10 pmSEA - SBA
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Thu 12/115:50 amSBA - SEA
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/5$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/109:55 amPDX - SBA
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Mon 12/155:50 amSBA - PDX
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/4$187
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/105:30 amPDX - SBA
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Fri 12/124:59 pmSBA - PDX
1 stop7h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/5$192
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/123:55 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 30mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/157:19 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/6$195

Cheap flight deals from Washington to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated November 6, 2025.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$136
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$88
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$249

Good round-trip deal

$217 or less

Good one-way deal

$345 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington 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 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 12/3

3:55 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/9

7:19 pm-10:04 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$137

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 12/3

5:25 am-11:59 am

1 stop6h 34m

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/10

5:40 am-12:57 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$147

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 12/3

5:25 am-11:59 am

1 stop6h 34m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/9

4:59 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$147

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 3/3

10:00 am-4:52 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/4

5:45 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$156

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Wed 1/14

3:50 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

10:45 am-2:46 pm

1 stop4h 01m

$177

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 12/8

9:25 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/11

5:50 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 05m

$177

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 12/4

12:10 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/11

5:50 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 05m

$177

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 2/20

10:00 am-4:52 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/24

7:15 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

$196

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 12/6

9:30 am-4:11 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/8

4:59 pm-10:26 am

2 stops17h 27m

$200

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 12/15

5:25 am-11:59 am

1 stop6h 34m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/15

4:59 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 21m

$207

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Best time to book a flight from Washington to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington to Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from State of Washington to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of Washington to Santa Barbara (average of $38). Flying from State of Washington to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $107). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WA to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington to Santa Barbara. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 6, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from State of Washington to Santa Barbara by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from State of Washington to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their State of Washington to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from State of Washington to Santa Barbara

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington to Santa Barbara. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 6, 2025.

The most flights from USWA to SBA are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington 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?

    Most people fly into Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight to Santa Barbara from Washington. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • How popular is this State of Washington to Santa Barbara flight route?

    Flights from Washington to Santa Barbara have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from State of Washington to Santa Barbara?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines fly from State of Washington to Santa Barbara in about 2h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 22m. There are 908 mi between State of Washington and Santa Barbara. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from State of Washington to Santa Barbara one-way?

    $89 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $89 and $104, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from State of Washington to Santa Barbara?

    When deciding which route to take from State of Washington to Santa Barbara consider Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Santa Barbara, Portland - Santa Barbara or Spokane - Santa Barbara as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from State of Washington to Santa Barbara?

    Before booking your flight to Santa Barbara from State of Washington, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Horizon Air (95%), Alaska Airlines (90%), Hawaiian Airlines( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from State of Washington to Santa Barbara?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $137. While the most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Santa Barbara) can be booked for $156 on average, our data indicates $320 when flying from State of Washington to Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington 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 State of Washington to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of Washington to Santa Barbara (average of $38). Flying from State of Washington to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $107). 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 5 airlines flying from Washington to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Washington 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 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$158Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$164Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$164Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$177Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$194Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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