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$157+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SBA - DTW)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DTW
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Detroit (DTW). 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$313
(Delta)

One-way from

$157
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$502
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1712:40 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Wed 6/257:00 amDTW - SBA
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/30$313
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/156:27 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 47mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/277:00 amDTW - SBA
1 stop13h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/157:40 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/194:44 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$357
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/177:05 pmSBA - DTW
2 stops11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/263:12 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops9h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$370
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:15 amSBA - DTW
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Thu 6/193:00 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops11h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$380

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/17

4:55 pm-5:05 am

1 stop9h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/25

5:50 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$313

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/15

6:27 pm-5:14 am

1 stop7h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/27

7:00 am-5:37 pm

1 stop13h 37m

$334

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/15

7:40 pm-6:26 am

1 stop7h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/19

4:44 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$357

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/17

7:05 pm-9:15 am

2 stops11h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/26

3:12 pm-10:04 pm

2 stops9h 52m

$370

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/28

6:15 am-6:00 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/19

3:00 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops11h 25m

$380

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/24

4:55 pm-5:05 am

1 stop9h 10m

$157

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/26

6:45 pm-6:08 pm

3 stops20h 23m

$217

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/27

7:05 pm-10:45 am

2 stops12h 40m

$239

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/29

5:40 am-6:45 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$245

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Sat 6/14

7:30 pm-5:03 am

1 stop30h 33m

$285

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Deals found on 5/1

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Detroit in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Barbara-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($313), Alaska Airlines ($334), and United Airlines ($357) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Users have found that Delta is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $157 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $217 and American Airlines from $239 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$312Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$334Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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