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$157+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit (SBA - DTT)

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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DTT
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
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 (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 April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$318
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$157
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$341
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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 April 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/277:24 pmSBA - DTW
2 stops10h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/38:10 amDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$318
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/1712:40 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop8h 13mDelta
Wed 6/257:00 amDTW - SBA
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/17$351
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Thu 5/156:27 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 47mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/174:53 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop20h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$446
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/157:40 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/177:32 amDTW - SBA
2 stops10h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$469
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/15:55 amSBA - DTW
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Mon 5/55:40 amDTW - SBA
2 stops12h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/17$537

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/27

7:24 pm-9:23 am

2 stops10h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/3

8:10 am-12:34 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$318

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/17

12:40 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/25

7:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$351

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/15

6:27 pm-5:14 am

1 stop7h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/17

4:53 pm-10:33 am

1 stop20h 40m

$446

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/15

7:40 pm-6:26 am

1 stop7h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/17

7:32 am-3:19 pm

2 stops10h 47m

$469

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/1

5:55 am-5:25 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/5

5:40 am-2:55 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$537

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/7

12:42 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$157

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/25

3:56 pm-3:02 pm

1 stop20h 06m

$338

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Deals found on 4/16

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 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 flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Detroit flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 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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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit in March 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBA to DTT?

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 April 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Detroit 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 23% 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 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 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, 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 April 17, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $318. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $351 and $446, respectively.

  • 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?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit in March 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.

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$316Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$334Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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