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253 € Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara Municipal to Washington D.C.

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Washington D.C.? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 385 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..253 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Jul, returning Wed, 15 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From 253 €, select.
Washington D.C..302 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 May, returning Fri, 5 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 5 Jun, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From 302 €, select.
Washington D.C..307 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May, returning Fri, 29 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From 307 €, select.
Washington D.C..338 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From 338 €, select.
Washington D.C..378 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun, returning Mon, 20 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From 378 €, select.
Washington D.C..385 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun, returning Sun, 7 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From 385 €, select.
Washington D.C..820 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Washington Dulles on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From 820 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Santa Barbara Municipal to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in July.
May
from 307 €
Jun
from 385 €
Jul
from 253 €
Aug
from 338 €
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Alternative Santa Barbara Municipal to Washington D.C. routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Santa Barbara Municipal to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Washington Ronald Reagan

5km from central Washington D.C.
Closest
from 357 €
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Camp Springs Andrews AFB

17km from central Washington D.C.
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Washington Dulles

37km from central Washington D.C.
Cheapest
from 253 €
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Baltimore Washington International

44km from central Washington D.C.
from 338 €
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Manassas

47km from central Washington D.C.
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Santa Barbara to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found253 €
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Santa Barbara Municipal to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Santa Barbara Municipal to Washington D.C. is 253 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Santa Barbara Municipal to Washington D.C.. But we found flights with one or more stops from 253 €.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from Santa Barbara Municipal to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal to Washington D.C. is usually July.
If you're flying from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 36.5 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from 253 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Washington D.C. on Tuesday, 7 July 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Santa Barbara Municipal Airport and Washington D.C.. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Flying from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is located in Santa Barbara. Based in the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is three hours ahead of Santa Barbara.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SBA to Washington DC flight.

  • Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • SBA is around 13 kilometres from central Santa Barbara. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near SBA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Washington DC or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • 84.29% of flights leaving Santa Barbara Municipal Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when setting off from SBA.

  • SBA's address is 500 Fowler Rd..

How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Washington DC

  • 126 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Washington DC flight. Return plane tickets start at 253 €. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SBA to Washington DC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Washington DC throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an updated deal for cheap flights from SBA to Washington DC.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Washington DC by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

  • Look into staying at a hotel close to DCA if you're coming in on a late flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Washington DC. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:

  • Pick up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and explore Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are well-known companies you can book with here.

  • Reserving your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks before your flight from SBA to Washington DC can help you get the best possible rate.

  • You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. After your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Following your SBA to Washington DC flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to IAD. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt make collecting a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.

  • Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from IAD one week in advance often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.

  • Washington Dulles International Airport is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Washington DC.

  • The journey will take around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • If you don't want to make your way into the centre, choose a hotel near BWI. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your SBA to Washington DC flight:

  • Begin your journey without stressing about how to reach your next stop with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Book your wheels with reliable companies here like Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.

  • If you're looking for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from BWI about two weeks before your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Washington DC. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you prefer, along with a better deal.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • Before scheduling your flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Washington DC, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Washington DC offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • When booking your Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Washington DC plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from SBA to Washington DC in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Washington DC, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to tick off its popular sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.

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