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$119+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Michigan

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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DTW
feb. 26 — mar. 51
jue. 2/26
jue. 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Michigan

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Michigan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Michigan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 27, 2026.

This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/86:17 pm
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop10h 22m
Alaska Airlines
mar. 4/146:00 am
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop13h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/26$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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. 4/812:40 pm
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop6h 54m
Delta
mar. 4/148:50 am
ORD
-
SBA
2 stops9h 22m
Delta
Deal found 1/26$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
sáb. 4/115:45 am
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 33m
Delta
dom. 4/197:20 am
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop6h 39m
Delta
Deal found 1/25$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
mié. 4/812:15 pm
SBA
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 00m
United Airlines
mar. 4/148:45 am
ORD
-
SBA
Nonstop4h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$269
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/287:07 pm
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop9h 33m
Alaska Airlines
jue. 4/308:48 pm
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop23h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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. 2/1112:26 pm
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop6h 41m
American Airlines
dom. 2/155:00 am
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop8h 48m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
vie. 4/1712:15 pm
SBA
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 00m
United Airlines
lun. 4/2010:50 am
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop8h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
sáb. 2/285:00 am
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 50m
United Airlines
dom. 3/87:40 pm
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop6h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
vie. 3/62:10 pm
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 28m
United Airlines
lun. 3/96:20 pm
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop8h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$289
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 5/106:00 am
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop11h 03m
Alaska Airlines
mar. 5/128:50 am
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop7h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/26$293
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
jue. 2/191:02 pm
SBA
-
DTW
1 stop6h 29m
United Airlines
mié. 2/259:00 am
DTW
-
SBA
1 stop7h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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. 4/151:00 pm
SBA
-
DTW
1 stop7h 06m
American Airlines
lun. 4/207:31 am
DTW
-
SBA
1 stop7h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$369

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Michigan

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Round-trip from

$237
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$119
(Delta)

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September

Average price

$347
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Michigan 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 enero 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Michigan that are best for you.

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Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

mié. 4/8

12:40 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/14

8:50 am-4:12 pm

2 stops9h 22m

$242

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

sáb. 4/11

5:45 am-3:18 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/19

7:20 am-11:59 am

1 stop6h 39m

$263

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

mié. 4/8

12:15 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 4/14

8:45 am-11:15 am

Nonstop4h 30m

$269

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

sáb. 5/2

12:32 pm-6:32 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 5/9

8:55 am-11:25 am

Nonstop4h 30m

$269

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

mié. 2/11

12:26 pm-9:07 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 2/15

5:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop8h 48m

$277

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

vie. 4/17

12:15 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 4/20

10:50 am-5:09 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$279

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

vie. 4/10

12:15 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 4/13

6:00 pm-12:36 am

1 stop8h 36m

$279

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

sáb. 4/11

12:15 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/19

7:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$279

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

vie. 4/17

12:15 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/26

8:03 pm-12:36 am

1 stop6h 33m

$279

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

sáb. 4/18

5:00 am-2:52 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/26

8:03 pm-12:36 am

1 stop6h 33m

$285

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Michigan

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Michigan

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Michigan (average of $99). Flying from Santa Barbara to Michigan in January is currently the most expensive (average of $172). 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 Michigan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Michigan. 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 Michigan. Reviews last updated enero 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Barbara to Michigan, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,119 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,119 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,119 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
9,205 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,119 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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
11,197 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,119 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to Michigan?

    If you book a flight to Michigan from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Michigan?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to Michigan in 4h. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1798 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $156 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $158 and United Airlines from $213 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Barbara to Michigan?

    While some choose either Santa Barbara - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County or Santa Barbara - Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl, Santa Barbara - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Santa Barbara to Michigan.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Michigan 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 Michigan?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Michigan (average of $99). Flying from Santa Barbara to Michigan in January is currently the most expensive (average of $172). 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 Michigan

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Michigan. 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 enero 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$312Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$312Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$328Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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