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Cheapest round-trip
$235
Typical prices: $357-$547
Alaska Airlines
Wed 11/7Sat 11/10
SBA - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$123
Typical prices: $209-$426
Alaska Airlines
Sat 10/27
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
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San Diego (SAN)
Cheapest • Avg $363 (round-trip)
Los Angeles (LAX)
Shortest trip • 7h 46m (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

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:42 pm - 5:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 58m1 stop San Diego
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6:46 pm - 11:43 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 57m1 stop San Diego
$235Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:18 pm - 5:44 amSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 26m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:46 pm - 11:43 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 57m1 stop San Diego
$235Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 7 - Mon, Jan 11
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6:07 am - 5:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 43m1 stop San Diego
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6:53 pm - 11:39 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 46m1 stop San Diego
$257Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
Delta Logo
12:45 pm - 11:47 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 02m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
12:35 pm - 10:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City
$262Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:23 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:42 am - 11:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$302American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:23 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:42 am - 11:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$327American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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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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7:00 am - 3:56 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 56m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$335American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 1:06 amSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 01m1 stop San Francisco
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4:10 pm - 9:08 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
$347United Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5
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2:29 pm - 12:41 amSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 12m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:35 am - 11:52 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 17m1 stop San Francisco
$347United Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2
United Airlines Logo
2:29 pm - 12:41 amSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 12m1 stop Los Angeles
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3:36 pm - 9:56 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 20m1 stop Los Angeles
$347United 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 start at $235. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $357 to $547. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $235 on Alaska Airlines.

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

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

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

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$123
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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

  • 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) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 17% of one-stop connections

    Los Angeles (LAX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route. 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 0h 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.

  • Have flight prices from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $235 to $1,473. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 $149, which is 51% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 46m, compared with 7h 46m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 46m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • 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 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 starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • 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 $547, with an average of $447 over the past 12 months. Anything below $357 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $406 - about $261 less than Sunday (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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