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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. from $163

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Cheap round-trip flights

These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
7:08 pm - 7:00 amSBA-DCA
8h 52m1 stop
6:30 am - 11:47 amDCA-SBA
8h 17m1 stop
$327American Airlines
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Mon, Apr 7 - Wed, Apr 9
12:36 pm - 10:55 pmSBA-IAD
7h 19m1 stop
6:18 am - 11:46 amIAD-SBA
8h 28m1 stop
$327American Airlines
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Tue, May 6 - Tue, May 13
8:15 am - 11:27 pmSBA-BWI
12h 12m2 stops
5:20 pm - 11:44 pmBWI-SBA
9h 24m1 stop
$362United Airlines
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Wed, Mar 12 - Sat, Mar 15
8:30 am - 8:17 pmSBA-DCA
8h 47m1 stop
4:40 pm - 11:51 pmDCA-SBA
10h 11m2 stops
$382Delta
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Wed, May 14 - Mon, May 19
12:45 pm - 1:10 amSBA-BWI
9h 25m1 stop
6:15 am - 11:40 amBWI-SBA
8h 25m1 stop
$402Southwest
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Tue, Mar 25 - Sat, Mar 29
8:30 am - 6:49 pmSBA-BWI
7h 19m1 stop
2:10 pm - 8:17 pmBWI-SBA
9h 07m1 stop
$427Delta
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Sat, May 24 - Wed, May 28
5:06 pm - 5:29 amSBA-BWI
9h 23m1 stop
6:45 pm - 11:44 pmBWI-SBA
7h 59m1 stop
$428United Airlines
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Sun, Mar 16 - Fri, Mar 21
12:20 pm - 10:30 pmSBA-BWI
7h 10m1 stop
6:15 am - 11:35 amBWI-SBA
8h 20m1 stop
$437Southwest
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Thu, May 22 - Mon, May 26
7:23 pm - 5:34 amSBA-IAD
31h 11m1 stop
5:30 pm - 6:29 pmIAD-SBA
27h 59m2 stops
$536Alaska Airlines
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Sun, Mar 23 - Mon, Mar 31
6:27 pm - 6:29 amSBA-BWI
9h 02m1 stop
7:05 pm - 5:37 pmBWI-SBA
25h 32m1 stop
$545Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Jun 2 - Thu, Jun 5

Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Mar 23
SBA7:23 pmSanta Barbara
31h 11m
1 stop
IAD5:34 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 31
IAD5:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 59m
2 stops
SBA6:29 pmSanta Barbara
Alaska Airlines
Jun 2
SBA6:27 pmSanta Barbara
9h 02m
1 stop
BWI6:29 amBaltimore/Washington
Jun 5
BWI7:05 pmBaltimore/Washington
25h 32m
1 stop
SBA5:37 pmSanta Barbara
Alaska Airlines
Mar 23
SBA7:23 pmSanta Barbara
31h 17m
2 stops
IAD5:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mar 31
IAD5:58 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 31m
2 stops
SBA6:29 pmSanta Barbara

United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

Our best United Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
United Airlines
Mar 12
SBA8:15 amSanta Barbara
12h 12m
2 stops
BWI11:27 pmBaltimore/Washington
Mar 15
BWI5:20 pmBaltimore/Washington
9h 24m
1 stop
SBA11:44 pmSanta Barbara
United Airlines
Mar 16
SBA5:06 pmSanta Barbara
9h 23m
1 stop
BWI5:29 amBaltimore/Washington
Mar 21
BWI6:45 pmBaltimore/Washington
7h 59m
1 stop
SBA11:44 pmSanta Barbara
United Airlines
Mar 7
SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara
13h 21m
2 stops
BWI9:21 pmBaltimore/Washington
Mar 11
BWI10:00 amBaltimore/Washington
11h 14m
2 stops
SBA6:14 pmSanta Barbara

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Santa Barbara and Washington, D.C.?

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

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara, with most prices found around $361. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in November, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. during February average around $362.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $430. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. for around $589.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. when you can find flight prices for as low as $381. Flying to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $489. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How have Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2025, prices for Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 19% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. (SBA to WAS) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$163

Fastest flight time

6h 30m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Washington, D.C.

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Santa Barbara in the past 72 hours is $163. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $327.
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. takes 6h 30m
There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Santa Barbara Airport - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, Santa Barbara Airport - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Santa Barbara Airport - Baltimore/Washington Airport.
There are 3 airports near Washington, D.C.: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Baltimore/Washington (BWI), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)

  • How far is Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C. by plane?

    There are 2361.7 mi between Santa Barbara and Washington, D.C.. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 6h 34m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Washington, D.C. are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Washington, D.C.?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Barbara Airport to Washington, D.C..

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.?


Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Washington, D.C.

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DeltaPriceFrom $286Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,220 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $286Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,766 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $377Free CancellationRating
7.2
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SouthwestPriceFrom $396Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,411 reviews
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