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Cheapest round-trip
$267
Typical prices: $370-$608
Delta
Mon 12/3Fri 12/7
DCA - SBA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$120
Typical prices: $196-$442
American Airlines
Sun 11/11
DCA - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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January
Cheapest • 48% price drop
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Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $336 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara (DCA-SBA)

 

Cheap flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Mon, Feb 22 - Fri, Feb 26
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:46 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:40 pm - 11:57 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$271American Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Sat, Feb 13
Delta Logo
3:10 pm - 10:05 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 55m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 6:16 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 21m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$290Delta
Mon, Nov 30 - Fri, Dec 4
Delta Logo
2:59 pm - 10:10 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 11m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:41 am - 6:39 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 58m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$290Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
Southwest Logo
4:00 pm - 10:05 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 05m2 stops Omaha Eppley Airfield Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 6:10 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Lambert-St Louis
$291Southwest
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
Southwest Logo
4:00 pm - 10:05 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 05m2 stops Omaha Eppley Airfield Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 8:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
$291Southwest
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
United Airlines Logo
7:41 am - 1:19 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:56 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
$310United Airlines
Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 1
Southwest Logo
4:00 pm - 10:05 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 05m2 stops Omaha Eppley Airfield Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
6:05 am - 8:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
$322Southwest
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:45 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$367American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 6
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:45 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 10:46 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$367American Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:45 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 10:46 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$367American Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara typically range from $370 to $608. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $267, on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 53% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara at $239 round-trip.
•October ($906) and December ($636) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 279% 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. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$120
Beat the crowds with an average 49% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 94% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Reagan-National 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. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara takes 00m, covering 2,369 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara range from $370 to $608, with an average of $457 over the past 12 months. Anything below $370 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara 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 $267 to $1,627. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $154, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara usually depart from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

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

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

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $391 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $701, a difference of $310.

    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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 32m, compared with 7h 37m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 49m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

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

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara 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 $391, about $310 less than Sunday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara trip for January. Fares historically average $239 round-trip in that month - typically $667 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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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