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$167+ 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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DTW
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$333
(Delta)

One-way from

$167
(American Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$467
From Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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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 July 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1012:40 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Fri 9/192:40 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop8h 23mDelta
Deal found 7/29$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 9/111:17 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/215:50 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$348
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/167:39 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop30h 28mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/224:51 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop28h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 9/106:25 pmSBA - DTW
2 stops10h 56mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/195:32 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$438

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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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Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/10

12:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/19

2:40 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$333

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/11

1:17 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/21

5:50 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$348

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/16

7:39 pm-5:07 am

1 stop30h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/22

4:51 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$413

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/10

6:25 pm-8:21 am

2 stops10h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/19

5:32 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$438

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/23

1:01 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$167

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/25

5:30 am-3:04 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$196

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/11

4:55 pm-7:55 am

2 stops12h 00m

$215

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Deals found on 7/29

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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 July 30, 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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 July 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

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
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

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
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

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
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

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 ($333), American Airlines ($348), and Alaska Airlines ($413) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Users have found that Delta is 24% 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 $167 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $196 and Delta from $215 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 4 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit

Discover the top 4 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$312Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$312Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$350Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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