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$157+ 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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DTW
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Wed 6/17
Wed 6/24
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 May 18, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/64:01 pm
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop5h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/92:10 pm
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop11h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/14$313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sat 6/272:00 pm
SBA
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Wed 7/18:45 am
ORD
-
SBA
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13$329
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/94:01 pm
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop19h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 6/116:20 am
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop9h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/13$331
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Fri 8/212:30 pm
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop6h 35m
United Airlines
Wed 8/268:49 am
ORD
-
SBA
Nonstop4h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16$339
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/227:24 pm
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop8h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/232:22 pm
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop7h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/17$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 9/112:45 pm
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 13m
Delta
Wed 9/96:00 am
ORD
-
SBA
2 stops8h 18m
Delta
Deal found 5/17$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Sat 6/62:00 pm
SBA
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Tue 6/98:55 am
ORD
-
SBA
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14$363
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/94:01 pm
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop19h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 6/122:20 pm
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop11h 24m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/16$365
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 6/192:00 pm
SBA
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Tue 6/238:55 am
ORD
-
SBA
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Thu 6/112:00 pm
SBA
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Mon 6/154:45 pm
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop8h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16$372
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1912:45 pm
SBA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 12m
Delta
Tue 6/237:45 am
ORD
-
SBA
1 stop6h 19m
Delta
Deal found 5/13$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/175:45 am
SBA
-
GRR
2 stops9h 43m
Delta
Wed 6/245:30 am
GRR
-
SBA
2 stops9h 34m
Delta
Deal found 5/15$405

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Michigan

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Round-trip from

$313
(Expedia)

One-way from

$157
(Alaska Airlines)

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Average price

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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 May 18, 2026.
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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 7/23

4:50 pm-7:59 am

2 stops13h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/27

3:55 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$384

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/29

6:00 am-6:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/2

2:10 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$419

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/28

12:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/30

7:45 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 10m

$419

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/28

6:20 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/30

1:55 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$424

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/29

12:35 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/2

11:26 am-9:50 pm

2 stops12h 24m

$424

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/26

6:00 am-6:50 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/30

9:00 am-3:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$438

Santa BarbaraGrand Rapids

SBA - GRR

SBAGRR

Santa Barbara

Fri 7/24

4:50 pm-9:49 am

2 stops13h 59m

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Tue 7/28

2:35 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$441

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/18

9:45 am-10:17 pm

1 stop9h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/20

5:56 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$442

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/8

6:00 am-10:34 pm

2 stops13h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/15

7:57 am-6:33 pm

2 stops13h 36m

$444

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/18

2:00 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/20

6:10 am-11:52 am

1 stop7h 42m

$445

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Michigan (average of $179). Flying from Santa Barbara to Michigan in May is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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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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 May 18, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Barbara to Michigan, such as 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,737 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,737 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,737 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,648 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,737 reviews

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Michigan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 6h 40m. Fly via Delta, Alaska Airlines, or Southwest 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 $158 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $161 and United Airlines from $201 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Santa Barbara - Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl or Santa Barbara - South Bend/Michiana, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Michigan (average of $179). Flying from Santa Barbara to Michigan in May is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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 2 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Michigan

Discover the top 2 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 May 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$310Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$328Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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