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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit (SBA - DTT) from $193

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 7/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Detroit (DTT). 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 May 16, 2024.

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$230

One-way from

$193
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Detroit?

Travelers have found that booking a Tuesday departure is the best way to save up to 138% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit?

To save up to 109% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 43 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Santa Barbara to Detroit from $284 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $423 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Detroit?

Flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Santa Barbara to Detroit in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at $133.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Detroit (SBA - DTT)?

When flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Delta flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Santa Barbara and Detroit. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Delta flights heading from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sat 7/201:15 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Tue 7/236:35 amDTW - SBA
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Deal found 5/15$322
Sat 7/201:15 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Tue 7/233:50 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops10h 53mDelta
Deal found 5/15$327
Fri 8/231:20 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Tue 8/271:45 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop10h 10mDelta
Deal found 5/16$338
Tue 7/167:35 amSBA - DTW
1 stop9h 17mDelta
Thu 7/258:20 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Deal found 5/15$352
Thu 10/171:20 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop8h 03mDelta
Sat 10/191:45 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop10h 10mDelta
Deal found 5/16$356
Tue 7/167:35 amSBA - DTW
1 stop9h 17mDelta
Thu 7/253:57 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops10h 46mDelta
Deal found 5/15$357
Thu 10/171:20 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop8h 03mDelta
Sat 10/1912:15 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops11h 40mDelta
Deal found 5/16$361
Tue 7/166:00 amSBA - DTW
2 stops10h 04mDelta
Thu 7/253:57 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops10h 46mDelta
Deal found 5/15$376
Fri 9/61:20 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Mon 9/93:55 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/15$383

Cheap American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Santa Barbara and Detroit. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Fri 8/236:32 amSBA - DTW
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/2710:20 amDTW - SBA
2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$342
Fri 8/91:03 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/178:07 amDTW - SBA
2 stops11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$346
Fri 8/236:49 pmSBA - DTW
2 stops11h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/2710:20 amDTW - SBA
2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$347
Fri 8/96:49 pmSBA - DTW
2 stops12h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/1710:20 amDTW - SBA
2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$351
Fri 9/612:15 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/98:00 amDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$358
Fri 8/91:03 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/151:51 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops11h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$362
Fri 8/96:49 pmSBA - DTW
2 stops11h 41mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/153:38 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$367
Fri 9/1312:15 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/165:55 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$418
Fri 9/612:15 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/93:37 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$422

Santa Barbara to Detroit 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Barbara and Detroit in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Detroit in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 7/201:15 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Tue 7/236:35 amDTW - SBA
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Deal found 5/15$322
Sat 7/201:15 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Tue 7/233:50 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops10h 53mDelta
Deal found 5/15$327
Fri 8/231:20 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Tue 8/271:45 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop10h 10mDelta
Deal found 5/16$338
Fri 8/236:32 amSBA - DTW
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/2710:20 amDTW - SBA
2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$342
Fri 8/91:03 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/178:07 amDTW - SBA
2 stops11h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$346
Fri 8/236:49 pmSBA - DTW
2 stops11h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/2710:20 amDTW - SBA
2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$347
Fri 8/96:49 pmSBA - DTW
2 stops12h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/1710:20 amDTW - SBA
2 stops11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$351
Tue 7/167:35 amSBA - DTW
1 stop9h 17mDelta
Thu 7/258:20 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Deal found 5/15$352
Thu 10/171:20 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop8h 03mDelta
Sat 10/191:45 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop10h 10mDelta
Deal found 5/16$356

One-way flights to Detroit from Santa Barbara

Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Those needing a return flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit can use the search form above.
Fri 7/191:45 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Deal found 5/15$193
Fri 7/196:38 pmSBA - DTW
2 stops11h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$198
Sun 10/2012:15 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$293
Sun 10/204:20 pmSBA - DTW
2 stops13h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/16$451
Fri 7/191:47 pmSBA - DTW
3 stops20h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$498
Sun 10/205:15 amSBA - DTW
3 stops15h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/16$1,094

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit 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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

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Santa BarbaraDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/20

1 stop7h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/23

1 stop9h 19m

$322

Santa BarbaraDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/20

1 stop7h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/23

2 stops10h 53m

$327

Santa BarbaraDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/23

1 stop7h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/27

1 stop10h 10m

$338

Santa BarbaraDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/23

1 stop6h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/27

2 stops11h 01m

$342

Santa BarbaraDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/9

1 stop6h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/17

2 stops11h 09m

$346

Santa BarbaraDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/23

2 stops11h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/27

2 stops11h 01m

$347

Santa BarbaraDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/9

2 stops12h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/17

2 stops11h 01m

$351

Santa BarbaraDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/16

1 stop9h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/25

1 stop6h 23m

$352

Santa BarbaraDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/6

2 stops21h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/9

2 stops29h 36m

$552

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Deals found on 5/15

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Detroit flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Detroit by month

Plan your trip from Santa Barbara to Detroit by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit is currently $455 while a round-trip flight costs $364. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit (average of $224). Flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit in July is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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.

January

$258

February

$266

March

$293

April

$257

May

$265

June

$304

July

$305

August

$278

September

$246

October

$224

November

$258

December

$252

Temperature and rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

DTT

Temperature

24.8 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated May 16, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Detroit have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,924 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,514 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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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  • Can I find flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $322, but on average you can expect to pay $361.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $322. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $342 and $552, respectively. Delta is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $193. American Airlines flights start at $198 while deals on United Airlines start at $498 one-way.

  • What does SBA to DTW mean?

    Great question - SBA to DTW just means Santa Barbara Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Barbara to Detroit flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Barbara to Detroit flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Barbara to Detroit flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Santa Barbara to Detroit flight deals updated?

    The Santa Barbara to Detroit flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/16.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit. 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 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
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United AirlinesCheapest$412Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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