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Cheapest round-trip
$327
Typical prices: $370-$610
American Airlines
Sat 11/3Wed 11/7
DCA - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$164
Typical prices: $207-$428
American Airlines
Sat 9/29
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 • 49% price drop
June
Most popular
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Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $235 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 7h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara (DCA-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara

Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
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 - 11:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$327American Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Fri, Sep 25
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:35 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$327American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 12:54 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
$327United Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 7
Southwest Logo
6:40 pm - 11:45 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
10:55 am - 9:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$327Southwest
Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 19
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:35 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$327American Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 5
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
$327American Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Sat, Sep 26
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:35 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 11:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$327American Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 7
Southwest Logo
4:25 pm - 10:30 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 05m2 stops Oklahoma City Will Rogers World Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
10:55 am - 9:00 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$332Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
2:59 pm - 10:09 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 10m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:52 am - 4:49 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 57m1 stop Salt Lake City
$332Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
Delta Logo
7:45 am - 4:06 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBA Santa Barbara
11h 21m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:52 am - 4:49 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 57m1 stop Salt Lake City
$332Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara flights

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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 start at $327. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $370 to $610. 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. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara, it is 17% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 50% 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. 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.
  • March ($619) and November ($606) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 158% 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

March

Cheapest flight

$164
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 33% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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 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. 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).

  • 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

  • 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) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 6% 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 45% on the Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara route. 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 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 0h 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 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 $164, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 31m, compared with 7h 36m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 51m 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.

  • 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. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara range from $370 to $610, with an average of $466 over the past 12 months. Anything below $370 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $391 - about $310 less than Sunday (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 $380 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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Santa Barbara (SBA)