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$200+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SBA - DTW)

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 12/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DTW
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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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 (DTW). 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 November 21, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

$456
(United)

One-way from

$200
(United Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/175:00 amSBA - DTW
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/317:18 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$456
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/2012:05 pmSBA - DTW
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Sat 12/285:25 amDTW - SBA
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$797
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/201:12 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Sat 12/287:55 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/19$858

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/17

5:00 am-2:51 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/31

7:18 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$456

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/20

12:05 pm-12:40 am

2 stops9h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/28

5:25 am-1:20 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$797

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/20

1:12 pm-12:44 am

1 stop8h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/28

7:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$858

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/13

5:50 am-10:10 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$200

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/20

1:12 pm-12:44 am

1 stop8h 32m

$259

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/13

12:31 pm-12:20 am

1 stop8h 49m

$269

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/20

12:05 pm-12:40 am

2 stops9h 35m

$288

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Deals found on 11/20

Compare providers for flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Detroit in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Santa Barbara-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 SBA to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 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 November 21, 2024.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($456), Southwest ($797), and Delta ($858) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Users have found that United Airlines is 15% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $200 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $259 and American Airlines from $269 one-way.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 Santa Barbara to Detroit

Discover the top 3 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$316Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$334Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$346Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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