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$333+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SBA - DTW)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DTW
mar. 14 — mar. 211
sáb. 3/14
sáb. 3/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Detroit

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 febrero 12, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
mié. 4/156:08 am
SBA
-
DTW
1 stop7h 31m
American Airlines
lun. 4/206:09 am
DTW
-
SBA
1 stop9h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
jue. 4/161:02 pm
SBA
-
DTW
1 stop6h 57m
American Airlines
lun. 4/206:09 am
DTW
-
SBA
1 stop9h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
mié. 4/155:45 am
SBA
-
DTW
1 stop6h 35m
Delta
lun. 4/2012:15 pm
DTW
-
SBA
1 stop6h 57m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$380
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
jue. 4/1612:39 pm
SBA
-
DTW
1 stop8h 19m
Delta
lun. 4/2012:15 pm
DTW
-
SBA
1 stop6h 57m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
jue. 5/71:02 pm
SBA
-
DTW
1 stop7h 04m
American Airlines
dom. 5/107:35 am
DTW
-
SBA
1 stop7h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$420
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
lun. 4/66:55 pm
SBA
-
DTW
2 stops12h 37m
American Airlines
sáb. 4/116:09 am
DTW
-
SBA
1 stop9h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$425

Find 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 febrero 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$333
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$408
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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 febrero 12, 2026.
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

mié. 4/15

6:08 am-4:39 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 4/20

6:09 am-12:12 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$333

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

vie. 4/17

1:02 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 4/19

6:09 am-12:12 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$343

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

vie. 4/17

8:31 pm-9:49 am

2 stops10h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 4/19

7:18 am-11:13 am

1 stop6h 55m

$348

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

jue. 4/16

7:13 pm-9:27 am

2 stops11h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 4/20

6:09 am-12:12 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$348

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

mié. 4/15

5:45 am-3:20 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 4/20

12:15 pm-4:12 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$380

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

jue. 4/16

12:39 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 4/20

12:15 pm-4:12 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$393

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

mié. 2/18

10:40 am-8:59 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$436

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

sáb. 2/21

5:13 am-4:29 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$436

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

sáb. 2/21

1:02 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$436

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

mié. 2/18

7:05 pm-9:56 am

2 stops11h 51m

$441

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Deals found on 2/11

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $109). Flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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.

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 febrero 12, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,179 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
8,179 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,179 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,276 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,179 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,267 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,179 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

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.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    For as low as $333, American Airlines can have you in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Santa Barbara in 7h 31m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2032 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($312), United Airlines ($312), and American Airlines ($328) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Users have found that Delta is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $109). Flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 febrero 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$312Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$312Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$328Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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