Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Santa Barbara (SBA) from $159

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DCA — SBA
Jun 11 — Jun 181

Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) to Santa Barbara (SBA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$865

Round-trip from

$238
High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 32% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in June 2024
From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara?

Travelers have found that booking a Tuesday departure is the best way to save up to 25% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara?

Users have found that booking a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara at least 31 days early can save you up to 83% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 31 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara for as little as $366 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $594 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

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

September can be a great time to fly to Santa Barbara from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport with a flight ticket averaging about $350. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of September for as cheap as $107. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DCA to SBA?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

Cheap Reagan-National to Santa Barbara flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,009,960 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 7/44:10 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Wed 7/107:35 amSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/5$318
Thu 7/411:00 amDCA - SBA
2 stops13h 17mDelta
Wed 7/107:35 amSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/5$323
Thu 7/411:00 amDCA - SBA
2 stops13h 17mDelta
Wed 7/107:35 amSBA - DCA
2 stops12h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/5$328
Tue 7/231:40 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop10h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/316:25 amSBA - DCA
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$332
Tue 7/235:30 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Sat 8/37:35 amSBA - DCA
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/5$348
Wed 7/175:30 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/236:38 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$371
Tue 7/234:00 pmDCA - SBA
2 stops10h 43mDelta
Sat 8/37:35 amSBA - DCA
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/5$383
Wed 7/241:55 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop10h 05mDelta
Sat 8/37:35 amSBA - DCA
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/5$402
Tue 7/234:01 pmDCA - SBA
2 stops10h 42mDelta
Wed 7/317:35 amSBA - DCA
1 stop10h 05mDelta
Deal found 6/5$407

Reagan-National to Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Reagan-National and Santa Barbara in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,009,960 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 7/44:10 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Wed 7/107:35 amSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/5$318
Thu 7/411:00 amDCA - SBA
2 stops13h 17mDelta
Wed 7/107:35 amSBA - DCA
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/5$323
Thu 7/411:00 amDCA - SBA
2 stops13h 17mDelta
Wed 7/107:35 amSBA - DCA
2 stops12h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/5$328
Tue 7/231:40 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop10h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/316:25 amSBA - DCA
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$332
Tue 8/1311:30 amDCA - SBA
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/166:49 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$337
Thu 9/1911:30 amDCA - SBA
2 stops10h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/19:45 amSBA - DCA
2 stops10h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$342
Tue 7/235:30 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Sat 8/37:35 amSBA - DCA
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/5$348
Wed 7/175:30 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/236:38 pmSBA - DCA
1 stop9h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$371
Fri 9/1311:30 amDCA - SBA
2 stops10h 50mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/206:23 amSBA - DCA
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$376

Reagan-National to Santa Barbara flights leaving soon

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Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Wed 6/124:05 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 14mDelta
Wed 6/197:35 amSBA - DCA
1 stop9h 56mDelta
Deal found 6/5$506
Wed 6/1212:00 pmDCA - SBA
2 stops12h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/198:44 pmSBA - DCA
2 stops11h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$918
Wed 6/128:00 amDCA - SBA
1 stop12h 03mAlaska Airlines
Wed 6/196:03 pmSBA - DCA
2 stops23h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$997

One-way flights to Santa Barbara from Reagan-National

Search for one-way flight options from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,009,960 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara. Those needing a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara can use the search form above.
Thu 7/45:59 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/5$159
Thu 7/411:00 amDCA - SBA
2 stops13h 17mDelta
Deal found 6/5$164
Tue 7/24:26 pmDCA - SBA
2 stops10h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/5$194
Fri 8/95:30 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$198
Fri 8/910:05 amDCA - SBA
2 stops13h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/5$218
Tue 7/24:10 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Deal found 6/5$219
Wed 7/34:26 pmDCA - SBA
2 stops10h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/5$254
Wed 7/35:59 pmDCA - SBA
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/5$289
Sat 7/610:15 amDCA - SBA
2 stops14h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/5$294

Find flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,009,960 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$318 - $669

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSanta Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/4

1 stop8h 07m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/10

1 stop7h 50m

$318

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSanta Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/4

2 stops13h 17m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/10

1 stop7h 50m

$323

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSanta Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/4

2 stops13h 17m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/10

2 stops12h 37m

$328

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSanta Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/23

1 stop10h 23m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/31

1 stop6h 57m

$332

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSanta Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/13

2 stops9h 51m

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/16

1 stop9h 14m

$337

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSanta Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/19

2 stops10h 50m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/1

2 stops10h 15m

$342

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSanta Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/23

1 stop9h 13m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/3

1 stop8h 50m

$348

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSanta Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/19

3 stops14h 59m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/1

2 stops12h 51m

$493

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSanta Barbara

DCA - SBA

DCASBA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/5

2 stops26h 28m

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/10

2 stops11h 27m

$669

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 6/5

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Temperature and rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Santa Barbara, such as American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,216 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

8.1
Very good
9,216 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,216 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

8.0
Very good
10,371 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,216 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.4
Good
10,703 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,216 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.3
Good
14,229 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,216 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Santa Barbara. You should not have trouble finding flights to Santa Barbara from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Santa Barbara airport from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. It is only a 8.0 mi journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $318, but on average you can expect to pay $392.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara for under $600?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara within the next 7 days for less than $600.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Currently priced at $318, Delta will fly you from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $332 and $493, respectively. Delta is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara are Delta ($159), American Airlines ($198), and United Airlines ($328).

  • What does DCA to SBA mean?

    DCA stands for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, while SBA stands for Santa Barbara Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

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    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Reagan-National to Santa Barbara flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara.

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    Many airlines flying from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Reagan-National to Santa Barbara flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara flight deals updated?

    The Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $359). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $515). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Reagan-National to Santa Barbara

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American AirlinesCheapest$360Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$420Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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