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SBA — DCA
Sep 2 — Sep 91
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Reagan-National (DCA). 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 August 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$297
(Southwest)

One-way from

$142
(Delta)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$473
From Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($105 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Reagan-National

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Reagan-National
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Reagan-National. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 28, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Tue 10/215:30 amSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Wed 10/224:00 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 8/27$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Tue 10/215:50 amSBA - DCA
2 stops10h 09mDelta
Wed 10/221:45 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Deal found 8/27$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Tue 10/215:50 amSBA - DCA
2 stops10h 09mDelta
Wed 10/2212:42 pmDCA - SBA
2 stops10h 26mDelta
Deal found 8/27$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 11/1912:28 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/236:30 amDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/27$311
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/118:35 amSBA - DCA
1 stop10h 08mDelta
Sat 10/181:45 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Deal found 8/27$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Tue 9/235:40 amSBA - DCA
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Fri 9/264:40 pmDCA - SBA
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 8/27$316
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Sat 10/1112:24 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop9h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/185:00 amDCA - SBA
2 stops10h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/27$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Mon 9/224:55 pmSBA - DCA
2 stops13h 14mDelta
Sat 9/275:21 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 11mDelta
Deal found 8/28$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/2612:22 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/296:45 amDCA - SBA
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/28$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 11/66:49 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop9h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/116:30 amDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/28$321
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Mon 9/224:55 pmSBA - DCA
2 stops13h 14mDelta
Sat 9/279:59 amDCA - SBA
2 stops13h 04mDelta
Deal found 8/28$323
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/2612:22 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/293:28 pmDCA - SBA
2 stops9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/28$325

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Reagan-National 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 August 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Santa Barbara

Fly to

Reagan-National

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/21

5:30 am-4:25 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/22

4:00 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$297

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/21

5:50 am-6:59 pm

2 stops10h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/22

1:45 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$302

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/21

5:50 am-6:59 pm

2 stops10h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/22

12:42 pm-8:08 pm

2 stops10h 26m

$307

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/19

12:28 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/23

6:30 am-11:38 am

1 stop8h 08m

$311

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/11

8:35 am-9:43 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/18

1:45 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$313

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/19

5:50 am-6:15 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/23

4:50 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$316

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/23

5:40 am-4:50 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/26

4:40 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$316

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/11

12:24 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/18

5:00 am-12:36 pm

2 stops10h 36m

$317

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/22

4:55 pm-9:09 am

2 stops13h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/27

5:21 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$318

Santa BarbaraWashington, D.C.

SBA - DCA

SBADCA

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/26

12:22 pm-12:58 am

1 stop9h 36m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/29

6:45 am-11:31 am

1 stop7h 46m

$320

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 DCA?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Reagan-National. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 28, 2025.

When flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, 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 34% versus a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Reagan-National

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reagan-National. 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 Reagan-National. Reviews last updated August 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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

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

    For a flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, you will be flying from Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara (SBA) is just 8.0 mi from the center of the city. Santa Barbara is the only Santa Barbara airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. 3 airlines have flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National from Santa Barbara on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Departing from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport will take you 7h 32m. The distance from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is about 2369 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport round-trip from $296. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $325, and United Airlines, from $326. Delta is currently priced 46% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Reagan-National?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Reagan-National?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Reagan-National 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. Reagan-National Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Reagan-National

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$296Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$325Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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