How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?

There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. in 12h 21m. Fly via Delta, Alaska Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. is about 2387 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

Currently priced at $311, United Airlines will fly you from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $325 and $364, respectively. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $146. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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

The most popular route from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. is Santa Barbara - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Santa Barbara - Baltimore/Washington or Santa Barbara - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?

Before booking your flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. check out the most popular airlines for this route: United Airlines, American Airlines or Delta.

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Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara. There are 0 flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. per day from 4 different airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

Mon 12/295:00 amSBA - IAD

1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines

Fri 1/26:00 pmIAD - SBA

1 stop8h 42mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$567

Tue 12/307:30 amSBA - BWI

2 stops12h 46mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/36:30 amBWI - SBA

1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$672

Tue 12/305:00 amSBA - DCA

1 stop6h 59mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/34:17 pmDCA - SBA

1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$733

Sat 12/205:06 pmSBA - DCA

2 stops12h 53mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/37:00 pmDCA - SBA

2 stops24h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$744

Mon 12/228:09 amSBA - DCA

1 stop8h 00mDelta

Sat 1/34:00 pmDCA - SBA

1 stop8h 23mDelta

Deal found 12/14

$768

Mon 12/2212:59 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop7h 19mDelta

Sat 1/34:17 pmIAD - SBA

1 stop8h 06mDelta

Deal found 12/14

$768

Mon 12/225:06 pmSBA - DCA

2 stops15h 23mUnited Airlines

Sat 1/34:17 pmDCA - SBA

1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$789

Sat 12/2012:59 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop7h 19mDelta

Sat 1/34:17 pmIAD - SBA

1 stop8h 06mDelta

Deal found 12/13

$808

Tue 12/306:54 pmSBA - BWI

2 stops13h 21mAmerican Airlines

Sat 1/36:00 amBWI - SBA

1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$849

Mon 12/2212:25 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines

Sat 1/36:05 amIAD - SBA

1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$875

Sat 12/206:52 pmSBA - DCA

1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines

Sat 1/37:00 amDCA - SBA

1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$899

Sat 12/1312:30 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines

Sat 1/36:05 amIAD - SBA

1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$952

Best flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 16, 2025.

Tue 1/275:40 amSBA - IAD

2 stops14h 30mDelta

Wed 1/287:30 amIAD - SBA

2 stops11h 46mDelta

Deal found 12/15

$366

Tue 1/272:45 pmSBA - BWI

1 stop24h 29mAlaska Airlines

Wed 1/287:14 pmBWI - SBA

1 stop21h 39mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$376

Tue 1/276:00 amSBA - BWI

2 stops12h 21mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/288:23 amBWI - SBA

1 stop7h 52mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$382

Mon 1/56:54 pmSBA - BWI

2 stops12h 25mAmerican Airlines

Mon 1/192:46 pmBWI - SBA

2 stops10h 27mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$409

Wed 1/76:00 amSBA - BWI

2 stops10h 35mSouthwest

Sun 1/112:10 pmBWI - SBA

2 stops10h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 12/12

$413

Tue 1/272:45 pmSBA - DCA

1 stop22h 24mAlaska Airlines

Wed 1/285:09 pmDCA - SBA

1 stop29h 38mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$376

Mon 1/126:06 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop8h 18mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/194:10 pmIAD - SBA

1 stop9h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$385

Wed 1/78:45 amSBA - BWI

1 stop8h 43mDelta

Sun 1/111:02 pmBWI - SBA

1 stop10h 54mDelta

Deal found 12/12

$403

Fri 1/2311:20 amSBA - BWI

1 stop7h 45mSouthwest

Mon 1/2612:25 pmBWI - SBA

2 stops11h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 12/13

$423

Mon 1/125:00 amSBA - BWI

1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/194:10 pmBWI - SBA

1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$389

Mon 1/56:54 pmSBA - IAD

2 stops13h 04mAmerican Airlines

Fri 1/97:01 amIAD - SBA

2 stops11h 45mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$446

Fri 1/911:20 amSBA - BWI

1 stop7h 45mSouthwest

Tue 1/137:55 amBWI - SBA

1 stop9h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 12/14

$433

Fri 3/62:38 pmSBA - DCA

2 stops27h 24mAlaska Airlines

Mon 3/96:59 pmDCA - SBA

2 stops21h 48mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$444

Thu 1/15:00 amSBA - IAD

1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/194:11 pmIAD - SBA

1 stop7h 41mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$406

Mon 1/128:45 amSBA - IAD

2 stops11h 21mDelta

Mon 1/193:42 pmIAD - SBA

1 stop8h 14mDelta

Deal found 12/14

$447

Tue 5/1912:41 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines

Sat 5/237:03 amIAD - SBA

1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$447

Fri 3/65:20 amSBA - DCA

1 stop8h 35mSouthwest

Mon 3/94:35 pmDCA - SBA

1 stop10h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 12/14

$447

Mon 5/47:48 pmSBA - DCA

2 stops9h 53mAmerican Airlines

Sat 5/910:20 amDCA - SBA

1 stop10h 53mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$452

Fri 1/95:40 amSBA - IAD

2 stops14h 30mDelta

Sun 1/117:05 amIAD - SBA

1 stop8h 11mDelta

Deal found 12/14

$452

Fri 1/235:00 amSBA - BWI

1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/264:10 pmBWI - SBA

1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$418

Fri 1/96:00 amSBA - DCA

1 stop7h 35mSouthwest

Tue 1/134:05 pmDCA - SBA

1 stop8h 05mSouthwest

Deal found 12/14

$448

Fri 5/112:15 pmSBA - DCA

1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines

Wed 5/66:30 amDCA - SBA

1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/12

$447

Fri 5/15:20 amSBA - DCA

1 stop8h 25mSouthwest

Wed 5/63:30 pmDCA - SBA

2 stops10h 20mSouthwest

Deal found 12/12

$452

Mon 1/55:00 amSBA - IAD

1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/196:45 pmIAD - SBA

1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$452

Last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated December 16, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Thu 1/15:00 amSBA - IAD

1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/194:11 pmIAD - SBA

1 stop7h 41mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$406

Mon 1/56:54 pmSBA - BWI

2 stops12h 25mAmerican Airlines

Mon 1/192:46 pmBWI - SBA

2 stops10h 27mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$409

Wed 1/78:45 amSBA - BWI

1 stop8h 43mDelta

Sun 1/111:02 pmBWI - SBA

1 stop10h 54mDelta

Deal found 12/12

$403

Fri 1/95:40 amSBA - IAD

2 stops14h 30mDelta

Tue 1/137:05 amIAD - SBA

1 stop8h 11mDelta

Deal found 12/14

$381

Mon 1/126:06 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop8h 18mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/194:10 pmIAD - SBA

1 stop9h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$385

Mon 1/125:00 amSBA - BWI

1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines

Mon 1/194:10 pmBWI - SBA

1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$389

Mon 1/1210:02 amSBA - BWI

2 stops10h 19mAmerican Airlines

Mon 1/192:46 pmBWI - SBA

2 stops10h 27mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/14

$399

Tue 1/275:40 amSBA - IAD

2 stops14h 30mDelta

Wed 1/287:30 amIAD - SBA

2 stops11h 46mDelta

Deal found 12/15

$366

Tue 1/277:20 amSBA - DCA

2 stops11h 39mAlaska Airlines

Wed 1/288:00 amDCA - SBA

2 stops14h 47mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$375

Tue 1/272:45 pmSBA - BWI

1 stop24h 29mAlaska Airlines

Wed 1/287:14 pmBWI - SBA

1 stop21h 39mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$376

Tue 1/276:20 amSBA - IAD

1 stop7h 02mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/284:10 pmIAD - SBA

1 stop9h 20mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$377

Tue 1/276:00 amSBA - BWI

2 stops12h 21mUnited Airlines

Wed 1/288:23 amBWI - SBA

1 stop7h 52mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$382

One-way flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 16, 2025.

Wed 2/412:35 pmSBA - BWI

1 stop8h 09mDelta

Deal found 12/15

$189

Wed 2/46:00 amSBA - BWI

2 stops10h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 12/15

$194

Sun 12/285:00 amSBA - BWI

1 stop6h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$284

Sun 12/286:54 pmSBA - DCA

1 stop9h 06mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$284

Mon 12/292:08 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$284

Mon 12/292:08 pmSBA - BWI

2 stops13h 12mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/13

$289

Mon 12/295:15 amSBA - DCA

2 stops8h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 12/13

$289

Sun 12/2812:59 pmSBA - IAD

1 stop7h 19mDelta

Deal found 12/13

$320

Sun 12/285:15 amSBA - DCA

2 stops8h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 12/13

$349

Wed 2/42:45 pmSBA - BWI

3 stops53h 51mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$375

Wed 2/46:51 pmSBA - BWI

3 stops17h 13mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/15

$382

Mon 12/295:15 amSBA - IAD

2 stops8h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 12/13

$429

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Most trusted provider	eDreams 3 stars
Round-trip from	$366 (Delta)
One-way from	$189 (Delta)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	July
Average price	$768

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/27

5:40 am-11:10 pm

2 stops14h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/28

7:30 am-4:16 pm

2 stops11h 46m

$366

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/27

2:45 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop24h 29m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/28

7:14 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop21h 39m

$376

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/27

2:45 pm-4:09 pm

1 stop22h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 1/28

5:09 pm-7:47 pm

1 stop29h 38m

$376

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-9:21 pm

2 stops12h 21m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/28

8:23 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$382

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/12

6:06 pm-5:24 am

1 stop8h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/19

4:10 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$385

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/12

5:00 am-3:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/19

4:10 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$389

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/7

8:45 am-8:28 pm

1 stop8h 43m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/11

1:02 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$403

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/1

5:00 am-3:34 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/19

4:11 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$406

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/5

6:54 pm-10:19 am

2 stops12h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/19

2:46 pm-10:13 pm

2 stops10h 27m

$409

Santa BarbaraBaltimore

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/7

6:00 am-7:35 pm

2 stops10h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 1/11

2:10 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$413

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Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust 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 Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Santa Barbara-Washington, D.C. 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 Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. (average of $93). Flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 SBA to WAS?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. 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

8,010 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta

7.9

Good

8,010 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,010 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,095 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,010 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,048 reviews

Delta

7.9

Good

8,010 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?
If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara. There are 0 flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. per day from 4 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?
There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. in 12h 21m. Fly via Delta, Alaska Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. is about 2387 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. round-trip?
Currently priced at $311, United Airlines will fly you from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $325 and $364, respectively. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $146. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for a low price.
What are the most popular routes from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?
The most popular route from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. is Santa Barbara - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Santa Barbara - Baltimore/Washington or Santa Barbara - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.
Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C..
Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. 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 Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. (average of $93). Flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
United Airlines	Cheapest$311	Average$568	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Delta	Cheapest$324	Average$484	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$325	Average$536	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$376	Average$563	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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$189+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.