Cheap Flights from Washington (DCA) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington (DCA) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From £173 - £729 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Washington to Santa Barbara route information
Origin airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Destination airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Distance
3792 km
Average flight time
7 hours 59 mins

Compare flights from Washington to Santa Barbara easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Washington to Santa Barbara. Operating between them flights per day, airlines cover the route. And fly direct, getting you to Santa Barbara Municipal in just hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National to Santa Barbara Municipal.  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA) to Santa Barbara Municipal (SBA)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Washington to Santa Barbara today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National to Santa Barbara Municipal start at just and range up to .  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Washington and Santa Barbara
  • booking your flight during , the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your Washington to Santa Barbara flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National to Santa Barbara Municipal for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey between National Airport and Santa Barbara Airport is . But you better act quick. This figure is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from National Airport to SBA?
The majority of flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee differs between airlines. If you do have to cancel your holiday, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from National Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for DCA to Santa Barbara Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from National Airport to SBA?
It's around 3,800 kilometres between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Santa Barbara Airport, so expect to be strapped into your seat for a while. Keep yourself entertained with things like playing cards (if you're travelling with friends) or a gripping book.
Which airlines fly direct from DCA to Santa Barbara Airport?
If you want to travel straight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to SBA, you'll have to book a flight with one or more stops. Unfortunately, there are no airlines that fly directly on this route.
Are Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Santa Barbara Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes pick up a bargain, with some super cheap fares from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to SBA popping up a few weeks before the departure date. If you'd rather book ahead, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals regularly — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not all airlines advertise prices that far in advance.

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