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$150+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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WAS — SBA
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara are usually found in February or November, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$294
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$150
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$464
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Santa Barbara
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Santa Barbara
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($2 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara
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 July 3, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/37:00 amDCA - SBA
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/56:30 amSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/33:48 pmIAD - SBA
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/56:25 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$294
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 8/259:00 amIAD - SBA
1 stop12h 39mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/37:39 pmSBA - IAD
1 stop8h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/1$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/281:40 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop9h 28mDelta
Wed 9/38:13 amSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/1$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 8/3012:39 pmIAD - SBA
1 stop10h 29mDelta
Tue 9/28:13 amSBA - IAD
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Deal found 7/1$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/145:00 amIAD - SBA
2 stops14h 09mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/204:39 pmSBA - IAD
2 stops13h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 8/301:35 pmBWI - SBA
1 stop9h 33mDelta
Tue 9/28:13 amSBA - BWI
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Deal found 7/1$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 8/155:00 amDCA - SBA
1 stop9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/221:01 pmSBA - DCA
2 stops9h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Mon 8/45:00 amBWI - SBA
2 stops10h 26mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/66:20 amSBA - BWI
2 stops13h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$350
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/47:00 pmBWI - SBA
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/116:25 pmSBA - BWI
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$351
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Fri 8/294:40 pmDCA - SBA
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Thu 9/45:40 amSBA - DCA
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$353
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Thu 8/286:15 amBWI - SBA
1 stop12h 35mSouthwest
Mon 9/14:25 pmSBA - BWI
1 stop9h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$366

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 59m

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/5

6:30 am-4:54 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$294

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/3

3:48 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/5

6:25 pm-5:22 am

1 stop7h 57m

$294

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/25

9:00 am-6:39 pm

1 stop12h 39m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/3

7:39 pm-7:33 am

1 stop8h 54m

$298

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/28

1:40 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/3

8:13 am-6:33 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$299

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/30

12:39 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop10h 29m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/2

8:13 am-6:49 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$299

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

IAD - SBA

IADSBA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/14

5:00 am-4:09 pm

2 stops14h 09m

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/20

4:39 pm-8:42 am

2 stops13h 03m

$309

BaltimoreSanta Barbara

BWI - SBA

BWISBA

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 8/30

1:35 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/2

8:13 am-6:52 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$329

Washington, D.C.Santa Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/15

5:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop9h 22m

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/22

1:01 pm-1:16 am

2 stops9h 15m

$335

BaltimoreSanta Barbara

BWI - SBA

BWISBA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/4

5:00 am-12:26 pm

2 stops10h 26m

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/6

6:20 am-11:02 pm

2 stops13h 42m

$350

BaltimoreSanta Barbara

BWI - SBA

BWISBA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/4

7:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/11

6:25 pm-5:10 am

1 stop7h 45m

$351

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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 WAS to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 July 3, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 7% versus a flight in the morning.

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 July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly into Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight to Santa Barbara from Washington, D.C.. On average, Santa Barbara has 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day from 4 airlines. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $294 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and Delta, starting at $298 and $299 round-trip. United Airlines is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $150. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. 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, D.C. to Santa Barbara.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara?

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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 4 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$307Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$321Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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