$193+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara (DTW - SBA)
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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SBA
Oct 8 — Oct 151
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Santa BarbaraExplore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 8, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 8, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/293:31 pm -
1 stop8h 39m
Tue 10/66:15 am -
1 stop9h 22m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$385
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 11/510:48 am -
2 stops9h 40m
Mon 11/96:20 am -
1 stop6h 46m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$390
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Tue 9/2910:21 am -
2 stops11h 37m
Tue 10/610:07 am -
2 stops10h 31m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$395
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/207:00 am -
2 stops33h 45m
Thu 10/292:22 pm -
2 stops12h 18m
Deal found 9/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$399
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Thu 11/51:30 pm -
2 stops12h 00m
Mon 11/99:45 am -
2 stops8h 15m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$401
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Fri 11/66:15 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Sat 11/147:00 am -
1 stop5h 40m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 11/610:48 am -
2 stops9h 40m
Sat 11/146:20 am -
1 stop6h 46m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$408
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Tue 10/206:00 am -
1 stop8h 45m
Thu 10/291:30 pm -
1 stop6h 17m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$431
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 12/226:06 pm -
1 stop6h 56m
Wed 12/305:50 am -
1 stop6h 30m
Deal found 9/7![Delta logo]()
$433
Best flights from Detroit to Santa BarbaraDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 8, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 8, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Thu 11/51:30 pm -
2 stops12h 00m
Mon 11/99:45 am -
2 stops8h 15m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$401
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Tue 10/206:00 am -
1 stop8h 45m
Thu 10/291:30 pm -
1 stop6h 17m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$431
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 12/226:06 pm -
1 stop6h 56m
Wed 12/305:50 am -
1 stop6h 30m
Deal found 9/5![Delta logo]()
$433
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 12/2312:30 pm -
2 stops14h 14m
Mon 12/282:17 pm -
1 stop6h 42m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$552
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Fri 11/66:15 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Sat 11/147:00 am -
1 stop5h 40m
Deal found 9/4![Southwest logo]()
$431
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 2/198:30 am -
2 stops10h 47m
Sat 2/2012:45 pm -
1 stop8h 18m
Deal found 9/7![Delta logo]()
$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/226:00 am -
1 stop8h 45m
Sun 10/256:47 pm -
2 stops11h 34m
Deal found 9/5![American Airlines logo]()
$478
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Tue 12/223:45 pm -
2 stops11h 25m
Wed 12/305:30 am -
2 stops8h 25m
Deal found 9/5![Southwest logo]()
$498
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 2/184:55 pm -
2 stops9h 35m
Fri 2/195:30 am -
1 stop6h 44m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$564
Last-minute flights from Detroit to Santa BarbaraDiscover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Santa Barbara. Data last updated September 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Santa Barbara. Data last updated September 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/58:20 am -
1 stop6h 34m
Tue 10/612:40 pm -
1 stop8h 19m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$476
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/511:43 am -
2 stops9h 20m
Tue 10/66:10 am -
2 stops12h 57m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$486
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 9/293:31 pm -
1 stop8h 39m
Tue 10/66:15 am -
1 stop9h 22m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Tue 9/2910:21 am -
2 stops11h 37m
Tue 10/612:35 pm -
1 stop8h 03m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$390
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/207:00 am -
2 stops33h 45m
Thu 10/292:22 pm -
2 stops12h 18m
Deal found 9/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Tue 10/206:00 am -
1 stop8h 45m
Thu 10/291:30 pm -
1 stop6h 17m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/225:45 pm -
1 stop7h 50m
Sun 10/256:47 pm -
2 stops11h 43m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$446
One-way flights from Detroit to Santa BarbaraSearch for one-way flight options from Detroit to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 8, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 8, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/146:00 am -
1 stop8h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$193
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 10/142:25 pm -
2 stops9h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$198
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 11/213:24 pm -
1 stop8h 44m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Mon 11/303:45 pm -
2 stops11h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Southwest logo]()
$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Mon 11/307:22 am -
1 stop7h 38m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![American Airlines logo]()
$325
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/146:10 pm -
3 stops26h 52m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$503
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/216:20 am -
3 stops44h 29m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$608
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Sun 11/294:25 pm -
2 stops25h 14m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$701
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/309:35 pm -
3 stops40h 03m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$761
Find flight deals from Detroit to Santa Barbara
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Santa Barbara (SBA). 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 September 8, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $379 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $193 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $549 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Santa Barbara 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
DetroitSanta Barbara
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SBA Santa Barbara
DTWSBA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 10/14
6:00 am-11:45 am
1 stop8h 45m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$193
Quickest round-trip
DetroitSanta Barbara
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SBA Santa Barbara
DTWSBA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 11/12
6:15 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop7h 15m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$193
DetroitSanta Barbara
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SBA Santa Barbara
DTWSBA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 10/14
2:25 pm-9:10 pm
2 stops9h 45m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$198
DetroitSanta Barbara
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SBA Santa Barbara
DTWSBA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 11/21
3:24 pm-9:08 pm
1 stop8h 44m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$217
DetroitSanta Barbara
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SBA Santa Barbara
DTWSBA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 11/30
3:45 pm-12:10 am
2 stops11h 25m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$320
DetroitSanta Barbara
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SBA Santa Barbara
DTWSBA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 11/5
1:30 pm-10:30 pm
2 stops12h 00m
Santa Barbara
Mon 11/9
9:45 am-9:00 pm
2 stops8h 15m
$401
DetroitSanta Barbara
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SBA Santa Barbara
DTWSBA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 10/20
6:00 am-11:45 am
1 stop8h 45m
Santa Barbara
Thu 10/29
1:30 pm-10:47 pm
1 stop6h 17m
$431
DetroitSanta Barbara
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SBA Santa Barbara
DTWSBA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 11/6
6:15 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop7h 15m
Santa Barbara
Sat 11/14
7:00 am-3:40 pm
1 stop5h 40m
$431
DetroitSanta Barbara
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SBA Santa Barbara
DTWSBA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 12/22
6:06 pm-10:02 pm
1 stop6h 56m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/30
5:50 am-3:20 pm
1 stop6h 30m
$433
DetroitSanta Barbara
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SBA Santa Barbara
DTWSBA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 2/19
8:30 am-4:17 pm
2 stops10h 47m
Santa Barbara
Sat 2/20
12:45 pm-12:03 am
1 stop8h 18m
$446
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Santa Barbara in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Santa Barbara 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. 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 Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated September 8, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayLaura,Aug 2023
DTW - BOS
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayLaura,Aug 2023
DTW - BOS
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayLaura,Aug 2023
DTW - BOS
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayLaura,Aug 2023
DTW - BOS
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$148 | Average$406 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$305 | Average$447 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$376 | Average$470 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |