$139+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit (SBA - DTT)
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SBA — DTT
Sep 16 — Sep 231
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/245:00 am -
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Mon 10/267:26 am -
1 stop8h 28m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1212:25 pm -
1 stop8h 18m
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Deal found 8/12![American Airlines logo]()
$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1412:33 pm -
1 stop8h 25m
Sat 9/1910:55 am -
2 stops9h 22m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 10/81:30 pm -
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Tue 10/138:05 am -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 8/13![American Airlines logo]()
$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/1512:35 pm -
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1 stop7h 35m
Deal found 8/17![American Airlines logo]()
$385
Best flights from Santa Barbara to DetroitDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/245:00 am -
1 stop6h 33m
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1 stop8h 28m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1212:25 pm -
1 stop8h 18m
Fri 9/186:00 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Deal found 8/12![American Airlines logo]()
$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/15:50 am -
2 stops8h 37m
Sat 9/58:50 am -
2 stops10h 17m
Deal found 8/17![Delta logo]()
$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1412:33 pm -
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Sat 9/197:34 am -
1 stop6h 57m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/1512:35 pm -
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1 stop7h 35m
Deal found 8/17![American Airlines logo]()
$385
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Fri 9/256:36 pm -
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Mon 9/287:00 am -
1 stop7h 52m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Tue 9/1512:33 pm -
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Mon 9/217:35 am -
1 stop6h 56m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 9/1112:33 pm -
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Tue 9/157:34 am -
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$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/112:33 pm -
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1 stop8h 30m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$423
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/126:33 am -
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Fri 9/1812:35 pm -
2 stops13h 10m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$424
Last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to DetroitDiscover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Data last updated August 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Data last updated August 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 9/112:33 pm -
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1 stop9h 06m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$396
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/1212:25 pm -
1 stop8h 18m
Fri 9/186:00 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Deal found 8/12![American Airlines logo]()
$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1412:33 pm -
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2 stops9h 22m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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.
Tue 9/1512:33 pm -
1 stop6h 52m
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1 stop6h 56m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/1712:32 pm -
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1 stop7h 55m
Deal found 8/17![American Airlines logo]()
$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/177:07 pm -
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1 stop7h 55m
Deal found 8/13![American Airlines logo]()
$402
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/2412:32 pm -
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1 stop8h 35m
Deal found 8/13![American Airlines logo]()
$397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Fri 9/251:46 pm -
1 stop7h 13m
Tue 9/297:00 am -
1 stop7h 52m
Deal found 8/14![United Airlines logo]()
$403
One-way flights from Santa Barbara to DetroitSearch for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 17, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/210:55 am -
2 stops9h 10m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$139
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/312:34 pm -
1 stop8h 25m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$149
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 9/1112:33 pm -
1 stop8h 25m
Deal found 8/13![United Airlines logo]()
$170
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/56:49 am -
2 stops12h 49m
Deal found 8/12![Delta logo]()
$175
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/1012:33 pm -
1 stop8h 25m
Deal found 8/14![United Airlines logo]()
$193
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/21:00 pm -
1 stop6h 38m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$204
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 10/86:27 pm -
1 stop9h 04m
Deal found 8/15![United Airlines logo]()
$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
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2 stops10h 30m
Deal found 8/14![Southwest logo]()
$216
Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Detroit
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Most accurate provider | Expedia 1 star |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Expedia 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $267 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $139 (Southwest) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $654 |
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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 August 17, 2026.
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Santa BarbaraDetroit
SBA Santa Barbara - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SBADTW
Santa Barbara
Sat 10/24
5:00 am-2:33 pm
1 stop6h 33m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 10/26
7:26 am-12:54 pm
1 stop8h 28m
$267
Santa BarbaraDetroit
SBA Santa Barbara - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SBADTW
Santa Barbara
Sat 9/12
12:25 pm-11:43 pm
1 stop8h 18m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 9/18
6:00 am-11:35 am
1 stop8h 35m
$303
Santa BarbaraDetroit
SBA Santa Barbara - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SBADTW
Santa Barbara
Mon 9/14
12:33 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop8h 25m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 9/19
7:34 am-11:31 am
1 stop6h 57m
$303
Santa BarbaraDetroit
SBA Santa Barbara - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SBADTW
Santa Barbara
Thu 10/15
12:35 pm-11:38 pm
1 stop8h 03m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 11/4
7:25 am-12:00 pm
1 stop7h 35m
$385
Santa BarbaraDetroit
SBA Santa Barbara - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SBADTW
Santa Barbara
Fri 9/25
6:36 pm-6:31 am
1 stop8h 55m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 9/28
7:00 am-11:52 am
1 stop7h 52m
$403
Quickest round-trip
Santa BarbaraDetroit
SBA Santa Barbara - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SBADTW
Santa Barbara
Tue 9/15
12:33 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop6h 52m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 9/21
7:35 am-11:31 am
1 stop6h 56m
$404
Santa BarbaraDetroit
SBA Santa Barbara - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SBADTW
Santa Barbara
Fri 9/11
12:33 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop6h 52m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 9/15
7:34 am-11:31 am
1 stop6h 57m
$413
Santa BarbaraDetroit
SBA Santa Barbara - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SBADTW
Santa Barbara
Tue 9/1
5:50 am-5:27 pm
2 stops8h 37m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 9/5
8:50 am-4:07 pm
2 stops10h 17m
$420
Santa BarbaraDetroit
SBA Santa Barbara - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SBADTW
Santa Barbara
Tue 9/1
12:33 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop6h 52m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 9/5
3:33 pm-9:03 pm
1 stop8h 30m
$423
Santa BarbaraDetroit
SBA Santa Barbara - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SBADTW
Santa Barbara
Sat 9/12
6:33 am-10:39 pm
2 stops13h 06m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 9/18
12:35 pm-10:45 pm
2 stops13h 10m
$424
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- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Detroit flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit (average of $179). Flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit in April is currently the most expensive (average of $602). 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.
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 August 17, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
6.4
Entertainment
6.8
Crew
7.9
Overall
7.1
Comfort
7.2
Boarding
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJeremy,Sep 2025
SAN - PHL
Food
6.4
Entertainment
6.8
Crew
7.9
Overall
7.1
Comfort
7.2
Boarding
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreJeremy,Sep 2025
SAN - PHL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$296 | Average$481 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$382 | Average$542 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |