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Cheapest round-trip
$235
Typical prices: $356-$562
Alaska Airlines
Sun 11/11Sat 11/17
SBA - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$120
Typical prices: $221-$457
Southwest
Sat 10/27
SBA - DCA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Washington, D.C.. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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SBA - IAD
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SBA - DCA
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September
Cheapest • 23% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Diego (SAN)
Cheapest • Avg $363 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. (SBA-WAS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

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
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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
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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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
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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2:42 pm - 5:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 58m1 stop San Diego
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5:17 pm - 9:30 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
19h 13m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$237Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:47 pm - 7:00 amSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:00 am - 11:45 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$257American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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10:55 am - 11:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BWI Baltimore/Washington
9h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:05 am - 11:25 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$268Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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10:55 am - 11:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-BWI Baltimore/Washington
9h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:10 pm - 8:45 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 35m2 stops Austin Bergstrom Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$273Southwest
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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12:55 pm - 11:25 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:30 am - 3:19 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 49m1 stop San Francisco
$302United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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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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2:47 pm - 8:29 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 42m1 stop San Francisco
$302United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
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12:35 pm - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 11:45 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$302American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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12:25 pm - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 11:45 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$302American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. start at $235. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $356 to $562. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $235 on Alaska Airlines.

What is the cheapest Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight route?

There's little price difference between Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. routes. They average around $449 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C., it is 13% 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.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. at $346 round-trip.
•November ($766) and June ($527) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 121% 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. flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$120
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
Flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. 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.?

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) 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.?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $389 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $667, a difference of $278. 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.?

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. takes 0h 00m, covering 2,369 miles.

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

    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. 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 $1,436. 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. looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $129, which is 62% 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.?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 32m, compared with 7h 40m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 41m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

    Washington, D.C. 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 in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates from around $23:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Budget

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates from around $24:

    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

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

    Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. range from $356 to $562, with an average of $447 over the past 12 months. Anything below $356 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. 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 $389 - about $278 less than Sunday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. trip for September. Fares historically average $346 round-trip in that month - typically $420 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.
    - Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    - Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    - Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf

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