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$143+ 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 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SBA
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 12/88:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop12h 25mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/157:19 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop17h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Wed 12/245:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/301:20 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$341
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 12/87:20 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Mon 12/158:25 amSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Deal found 10/28$343
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Fri 11/285:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/312:30 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/1911:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/224:32 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$363
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/198:00 amORD - SBA
2 stops13h 52mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/227:49 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/28$366
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Tue 12/28:59 pmORD - SBA
2 stops23h 26mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/67:19 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop25h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/28$368
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 12/610:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop10h 25mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/77:19 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop25h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/28$376
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/125:41 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop27h 44mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/102:45 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop22h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$402
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/122:43 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop8h 51mDelta
Sat 1/108:45 amSBA - DTW
2 stops10h 49mDelta
Deal found 10/29$417
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/214:30 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/247:29 amSBA - DTW
2 stops11h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$422
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 12/127:16 amDTW - SBA
2 stops13h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/106:00 amSBA - DTW
2 stops11h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$425

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 October 30, 2025.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$143
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$288
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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 October 30, 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

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Santa Barbara

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ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/8

8:00 am-6:25 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/15

7:19 pm-2:39 pm

1 stop17h 20m

$289

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/9

6:06 pm-7:47 pm

2 stops27h 41m

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/16

2:45 pm-2:38 pm

1 stop21h 53m

$301

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/8

7:20 am-11:59 am

1 stop6h 39m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/15

8:25 am-6:43 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$343

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/5

5:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 46m

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/12

12:40 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$343

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/19

8:00 am-7:52 pm

2 stops13h 52m

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/22

7:49 pm-6:28 am

1 stop8h 39m

$366

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

6:50 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop25h 24m

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/5

5:45 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops22h 05m

$367

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

5:00 am-9:43 am

1 stop6h 43m

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/1

6:54 pm-5:34 am

1 stop8h 40m

$368

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/2

8:59 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops23h 26m

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/6

7:19 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop25h 11m

$368

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/1

5:30 am-12:35 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/7

4:35 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops16h 41m

$394

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/12

5:41 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop27h 44m

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/10

2:45 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop22h 34m

$402

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Santa Barbara

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Santa Barbara (average of $83). Flying from Michigan to Santa Barbara in November is currently the most expensive (average of $168). 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 October 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Michigan to Santa Barbara at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Michigan to Santa Barbara?

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.

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

    A quick flight from Michigan to Santa Barbara can take about 6h 39m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $343. There are 1798 mi between Michigan and Santa Barbara. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $148 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $175 and United Airlines from $180 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 Flint Bishop - 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Santa Barbara (average of $83). Flying from Michigan to Santa Barbara in November is currently the most expensive (average of $168). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$312Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$312Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$379Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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