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Cheapest round-trip
$303
Typical prices: $357-$546
United Airlines
Wed 12/5Wed 12/12
SBA - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$152
Typical prices: $198-$426
United Airlines
Sun 11/18
SBA - IAD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 21% price drop
April
Most popular
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San Diego (SAN)
Cheapest • Avg $363 (round-trip)
Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 7h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Dulles Intl (SBA-IAD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Dulles Intl

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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5:00 am - 5:19 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:15 am - 1:19 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$303United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
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12:49 pm - 11:47 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 58m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:00 am - 12:09 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 09m1 stop Salt Lake City
$303Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
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12:49 pm - 11:47 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 58m1 stop Salt Lake City
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8:07 am - 4:07 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
$308Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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4:51 pm - 9:16 amSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 25m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:43 pm - 10:20 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 37m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
$313Delta
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:30 pm - 5:18 amSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 48m1 stop San Francisco
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4:26 pm - 10:46 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 20m1 stop San Francisco
$323United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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1:00 pm - 11:15 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:15 am - 1:19 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$355United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Nov 20
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2:21 pm - 12:30 amSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:15 am - 12:03 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 48m1 stop San Francisco
$355United Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:30 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:14 am - 6:29 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 15m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$402American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
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12:35 pm - 11:30 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:18 am - 3:56 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 38m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$405American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:30 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 6:21 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
14h 21m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$405American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport typically range from $357 to $546. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $303, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 49% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at $353 round-trip.
•November ($1,182) and January ($667) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 234% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$152
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 81% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Dulles Intl

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Your Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 00m, covering 2,347 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport range from $357 to $546, with an average of $447 over the past 12 months. Anything below $357 counts as a good deal.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $169, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $70 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $406 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $667, a difference of $261.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 35m, compared with 7h 46m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 8h 01m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Barbara and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is 3 hours ahead of Santa Barbara (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $406, about $261 less than Sunday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $353 round-trip in that month - typically $829 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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