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$148+ Cheap flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SBA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$286
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$316
From Michigan to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to Santa Barbara. 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 6/10. 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 10/226:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/2912:34 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/168:45 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/256:52 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/167:45 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 09mDelta
Mon 8/255:00 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops15h 04mDelta
Deal found 6/10$296
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/186:00 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/2312:23 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$297
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
Wed 7/306:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop14h 40mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/57:30 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$301
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 9/56:30 amDTW - SBA
1 stop15h 09mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/87:29 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop17h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$345
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/116:15 amORD - SBA
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Fri 8/155:40 amSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$351
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.
Sat 8/27:00 amGRR - SBA
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/912:14 pmSBA - GRR
1 stop9h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$352
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/292:07 pmORD - SBA
1 stop7h 42mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 9/17:29 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$386
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/255:45 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/305:15 amSBA - DTW
1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$397
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.
Fri 7/1112:51 pmGRR - SBA
1 stop10h 32mDelta
Sat 7/194:50 pmSBA - GRR
2 stops13h 52mDelta
Deal found 6/11$413
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.
Sun 9/75:25 amDTW - SBA
2 stops9h 29mDelta
Sun 9/1412:45 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Deal found 6/11$416

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Michigan

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

6:00 am-11:27 am

1 stop7h 27m

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/29

12:34 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$285

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

8:45 am-1:03 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/25

6:52 pm-5:23 am

1 stop8h 31m

$286

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

7:45 am-11:54 am

1 stop6h 09m

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/25

5:00 pm-10:04 am

2 stops15h 04m

$296

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/30

6:00 am-6:40 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/5

7:30 pm-5:40 am

1 stop8h 10m

$301

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/5

6:30 am-6:39 pm

1 stop15h 09m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/8

7:29 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop17h 26m

$345

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

6:15 am-2:20 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/15

5:40 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$351

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/5

11:54 am-6:39 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/8

1:10 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$351

Grand RapidsSanta Barbara

GRR - SBA

GRRSBA

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Sat 8/2

7:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 20m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/9

12:14 pm-12:26 am

1 stop9h 12m

$352

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/29

2:07 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/1

7:29 pm-7:03 am

1 stop9h 34m

$386

Grand RapidsSanta Barbara

GRR - SBA

GRRSBA

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Fri 7/11

12:51 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop10h 32m

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/19

4:50 pm-9:42 am

2 stops13h 52m

$413

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Santa Barbara

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santa Barbara from Michigan with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Michigan to Santa Barbara

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Michigan to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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 MI to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan to Santa Barbara. 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara as you normally would.

Rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Barbara ranges from 0.0 - 3.5 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Santa Barbara when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, 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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Michigan to Santa Barbara. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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 Michigan to Santa Barbara. 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 into for flights to Santa Barbara from Michigan?

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

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $149 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $195 and Alaska Airlines from $196 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Michigan to Santa Barbara is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Santa Barbara. You may also consider Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Santa Barbara or Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl - Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Michigan to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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 Michigan to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara. 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
American AirlinesCheapest$312Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$312Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$416Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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