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$165+ 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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SBA
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Michigan (USMI) to Santa Barbara (SBA). 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 December 22, 2024.

Round-trip from

$314
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$165
(United Airlines)
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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 December 22, 2024.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/307:18 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 41mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/71:10 pmSBA - DTW
1 stop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$586
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:59 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Tue 1/77:15 amSBA - DTW
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/20$636
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/3012:30 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops11h 25mSouthwest
Tue 1/78:35 amSBA - DTW
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$646
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:42 amDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/71:11 pmSBA - DTW
2 stops8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$686
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/306:52 amGRR - SBA
2 stops11h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/56:50 pmSBA - GRR
2 stops13h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$772
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/287:15 amFNT - SBA
2 stops30h 59mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/1010:08 amSBA - FNT
2 stops9h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$777
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2710:35 amORD - SBA
1 stop9h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/305:00 amSBA - ORD
1 stop26h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$797
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/277:00 amORD - SBA
2 stops12h 55mSouthwest
Mon 12/3010:40 amSBA - ORD
2 stops9h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$936
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/304:42 pmGRR - SBA
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Sun 1/57:15 amSBA - GRR
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/21$987
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/308:15 amGRR - SBA
2 stops12h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/52:10 pmSBA - GRR
3 stops19h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,065
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3010:39 amFNT - SBA
3 stops14h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/76:25 amSBA - FNT
3 stops13h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,107

Find flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara within your budget

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 December 22, 2024.

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ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/4

4:02 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/11

6:20 am-4:31 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$314

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/4

7:15 am-12:23 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/11

1:15 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$318

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/15

6:55 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/21

4:19 pm-1:07 pm

2 stops18h 48m

$321

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/11

6:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 35m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/18

1:11 pm-12:09 am

2 stops8h 58m

$323

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/27

5:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop9h 31m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/4

12:33 pm-12:57 am

1 stop9h 24m

$361

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/27

12:30 pm-9:19 pm

2 stops11h 49m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/4

1:15 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$366

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

6:15 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 20m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/12

3:35 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$421

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/24

4:49 pm-12:19 pm

2 stops22h 30m

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/1

12:56 pm-3:53 pm

2 stops23h 57m

$495

FlintSanta Barbara

FNT - SBA

FNTSBA

Flint Bishop

Sat 1/11

7:27 am-9:45 pm

2 stops17h 18m

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/17

10:08 am-10:08 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$542

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/23

6:20 am-2:20 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/28

5:55 am-10:55 pm

2 stops14h 00m

$549

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Santa Barbara

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Travel insights for flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Michigan to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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 December 22, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara as you normally would.

Rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Barbara ranges from 0.0 - 3.5 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Santa Barbara when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Barbara by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, 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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. 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 Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated December 22, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Delta from Michigan to Santa Barbara. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,537 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

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.

  • 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 $165 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $168 and American Airlines from $170 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 Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl - 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Michigan to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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 December 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$321Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$356Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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