Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS) from $169

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/25. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
SBA — WAS
Oct 1 — Oct 81

The best prices from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. are usually found in September or October, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

All the information you need to plan the best SBA to WAS flight in 2023: compare Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Washington, D.C..

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$237

One-way from

$169
High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
From Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

SBA - WAS

Price

$237 - $375

WAS

Temperature

35.6 - 80.6 °F

WAS

Rainfall

2.6 - 4 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?

Users have found that leaving on a Thursday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 56% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 36 days in advance to save up to 39% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 36 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $518, or $658 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Washington, D.C.. Flights to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara in February are about $448 on average during February, but can be found for as low as $159.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. (SBA - WAS)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

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Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

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Cheap Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for SBA to WAS flights for September, October
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. in 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.

Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara found for this year
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. in 2023. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.

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Late deals on return flights to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara, departing today and this week
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One-way flights to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara

The cheapest one-way flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. can choose from these deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. instead should update the search form at the top of page.

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$411 - $530

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Price

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/30

1 stop9h 47m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/4

1 stop8h 38m

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/26

1 stop8h 47m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/30

2 stops12h 19m

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/26

1 stop8h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/30

2 stops13h 59m

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/26

2 stops9h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/30

2 stops12h 19m

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/26

1 stop8h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/29

1 stop8h 38m

Santa BarbaraBaltimore/Washington

SBA - BWI

SBABWI

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/30

1 stop10h 18m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 11/4

2 stops16h 54m

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/26

2 stops14h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/30

2 stops11h 22m

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Fri 10/20

1 stop28h 16m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/24

1 stop14h 14m

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SBA - IAD

SBAIAD

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/9

1 stop28h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/12

1 stop11h 16m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Good flight, delayed only by an hour and a half.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Good flight, delayed only by an hour and a half.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Good flight, delayed only by an hour and a half.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Good flight, delayed only by an hour and a half.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flights.

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 2 different airlines.

Can I find flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for under $500 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $411, but on average you can expect to pay $461.

Are there last-minute flights available from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for under $700?

There are currently 15+ open flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. within the next 7 days for less than $700.

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

Currently priced at $411, American Airlines will fly you from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $456. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

What does SBA to IAD mean?

This is defined as Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD). Codes like Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA).

Top 2 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$227Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$343Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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