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$173+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Michigan

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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DTW
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Michigan (USMI). 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 20, 2024.

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This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/125:50 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 03mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/157:10 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$346
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/124:25 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/155:00 amORD - SBA
2 stops9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$351
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/179:59 amSBA - DTW
2 stops11h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/315:00 amDTW - SBA
1 stop9h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$412
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 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.
Sat 12/75:50 amSBA - ORD
2 stops9h 08mDelta
Thu 12/122:10 pmORD - SBA
2 stops11h 49mDelta
Deal found 11/19$465
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.
Sun 12/81:50 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Fri 12/136:05 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Deal found 11/19$471
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.
Sun 12/811:30 amSBA - DTW
2 stops10h 25mSouthwest
Fri 12/1312:45 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops13h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$481
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.
Tue 12/310:55 amSBA - ORD
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Thu 12/512:15 pmORD - SBA
2 stops11h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$579
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 11/2310:24 amSBA - ORD
1 stop17h 04mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/256:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop14h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/18$707
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/276:16 amSBA - FNT
3 stops13h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/13:49 pmFNT - SBA
2 stops11h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,097

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Michigan within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Michigan 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 20, 2024.

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Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/15

7:15 am-6:49 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

7:20 am-12:23 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$306

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/22

2:29 pm-1:07 pm

1 stop20h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/26

3:35 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop22h 45m

$326

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/12

5:50 am-4:53 pm

1 stop9h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/15

7:10 am-1:03 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$346

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/3

4:25 pm-12:31 am

1 stop6h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/10

6:30 am-11:43 am

1 stop7h 13m

$348

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/17

9:59 am-12:29 am

2 stops11h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/31

5:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop9h 42m

$412

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

Sun 12/8

1:50 pm-12:26 am

1 stop7h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/13

6:05 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$471

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Sun 12/8

11:30 am-12:55 am

2 stops10h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/13

12:45 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops13h 00m

$481

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/21

5:45 am-4:45 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/25

2:50 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$506

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/9

1:40 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$173

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Michigan

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Michigan

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Michigan (average of $253). Flying from Santa Barbara to Michigan 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 MI?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Michigan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Michigan by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Michigan 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 Michigan when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Michigan by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Michigan, 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 Michigan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Michigan. 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 Michigan. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest from Santa Barbara to Michigan 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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 Michigan. 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 from for flights from Santa Barbara to Michigan?

    If you book a flight to Michigan from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from 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 Santa Barbara to Michigan one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $173 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $200 and Alaska Airlines from $223 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Santa Barbara - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County or Santa Barbara - Flint Bishop, Santa Barbara - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Santa Barbara to Michigan.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Michigan (average of $253). Flying from Santa Barbara to Michigan 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 Michigan

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Michigan. 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 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$316Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$346Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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