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Cheapest round-trip
$327
Typical prices: $381-$554
American Airlines
Wed 10/31Tue 11/6
IAD - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$164
Typical prices: $191-$330
Alaska Airlines
Fri 10/5
IAD - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 10% price drop
June
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San Diego (SAN)
Cheapest • Avg $371 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 7h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara (IAD-SBA)

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

Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6
American Airlines Logo
6:42 am - 11:45 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:30 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$327American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:46 pm - 11:43 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 57m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 40m1 stop San Diego
$327Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 9:08 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:56 pm - 12:30 amSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$327United Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
United Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 11:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 39m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
1:56 pm - 12:30 amSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$327United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 12:03 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 48m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
1:56 pm - 12:30 amSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$327United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 9:08 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:56 pm - 12:30 amSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$327United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:46 pm - 11:43 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 57m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 40m1 stop San Diego
$327Alaska Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:47 pm - 2:47 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
22h 00m1 stop San Diego
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6:00 am - 6:14 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 14m1 stop San Diego
$327Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
United Airlines Logo
2:38 pm - 7:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 21m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
2:21 pm - 12:30 amSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$327United Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16
United Airlines Logo
6:35 am - 11:52 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 17m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
2:29 pm - 12:41 amSBA  Santa Barbara-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 12m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles
$327United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara flights

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara start at $327. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $381 to $554. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $327 on American Airlines.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 21% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara at $404 round-trip.
  • March ($632) and August ($527) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$164
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
Flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Santa Barbara

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

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • San Francisco (SFO) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) - 14% of one-stop connections

    San Francisco (SFO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 31%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $381 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $546: a $165 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara takes 0h 00m, covering 2,347 miles.

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

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

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $173, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 31m, compared with 7h 50m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 54m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

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

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

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

    Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

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

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara range from $381 to $554, with an average of $449 over the past 12 months. Anything below $381 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $381 - about $165 less than Sunday (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Santa Barbara trip for October. Fares historically average $404 round-trip in that month - typically $228 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Barbara Airport.
    - The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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