Traveling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA): what you need to know
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. These are the popular stopovers between IAD and SBA:
Salt Lake City International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is $178. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $343. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from IAD to SBA, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and bag a great deal.
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Use filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Located around 56 kilometers from central Washington DC, Washington Dulles International Airport can be reached in approximately 51 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey on public transport is roughly 3 hours and 26 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near IAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SBA:
Getting from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to central Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is approximately 16 kilometers from central Santa Barbara. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 16 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport takes about 49 minutes.
When to fly to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Santa Barbara based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Santa Barbara, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 29ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap tickets from IAD to SBA sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Santa Barbara
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Santa Barbara right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from IAD to SBA:
Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara County Courthouse are a couple of top attractions to add to your Santa Barbara itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to State Street.
Complete your Santa Barbara trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks up our sleeve than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, browse our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Santa Barbara stay.
