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$149+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit (SBA - DTT)

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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DTT
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 (DTT). 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 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$297
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$307
From Santa Barbara to Detroit (DTT)
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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 June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 9/106:05 amSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/156:00 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/101:01 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/154:20 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops10h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 7/214:50 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop9h 17mDelta
Fri 7/255:55 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 6/11$427
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 6/177:30 pmSBA - DTW
2 stops11h 02mAlaska Airlines
Wed 6/257:20 amDTW - SBA
2 stops14h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$790

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/10

6:05 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/15

6:00 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$297

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/10

1:01 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/15

4:20 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 39m

$302

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/21

4:50 pm-5:07 am

1 stop9h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/25

5:55 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$427

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/10

1:01 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$149

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/17

7:19 pm-4:11 pm

1 stop17h 52m

$154

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 7/11

4:50 pm-5:07 am

1 stop9h 17m

$214

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 7/11

7:04 pm-11:16 am

2 stops13h 12m

$219

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Sun 7/6

5:50 am-6:00 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$329

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Deals found on 6/11

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit 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 DTT?

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 June 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Detroit 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 23% 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 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 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, 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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Santa Barbara to Detroit have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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 round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $297. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $302 and $427, respectively.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $149. Alaska Airlines flights start at $154 while deals on Delta start at $214 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?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$312Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$312Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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