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Cheapest round-trip
$357
Typical prices: $379-$588
Delta
Wed 12/5Fri 12/7
DTW - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$179
Typical prices: $211-$401
United Airlines
Fri 10/26
DTW - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 10% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $327 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Santa Barbara (DTW-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Santa Barbara

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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12:12 pm - 4:07 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 55m1 stop Salt Lake City
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12:48 pm - 12:20 amSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 32m1 stop Salt Lake City
$357Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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12:30 pm - 4:07 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 37m1 stop Salt Lake City
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12:48 pm - 12:20 amSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 32m1 stop Salt Lake City
$357Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:45 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:06 am - 3:57 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 51m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$357American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
12:12 pm - 4:07 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 55m1 stop Salt Lake City
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12:48 pm - 12:20 amSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 32m1 stop Salt Lake City
$357Delta
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Feb 1
American Airlines Logo
5:53 pm - 10:13 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:45 pm - 10:49 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 04m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$379American Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Feb 1
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 11:39 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
33h 09m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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6:07 am - 4:32 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 25m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$380Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Feb 1
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 12:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:03 am - 9:43 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 40m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$384American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:45 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
33h 45m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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2:22 pm - 5:40 amSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 18m2 stops San Diego Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$399Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29
United Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 5:39 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
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8:21 pm - 6:49 amSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 28m1 stop San Francisco
$431United Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:15 am - 12:54 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:56 pm - 11:57 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$437United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara?

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara start at $357. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $379 to $588. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $357 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 67% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara?

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara at $406 round-trip.
  • July ($754) and August ($535) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 85% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$179
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 7% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from Detroit to Santa Barbara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Santa Barbara based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 15% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara?

    On the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 50%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $379 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $754: a $375 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara takes 0h 00m, covering 2,032 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $357 to $957. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $383, which is 40% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 58m, compared with 6h 58m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 25m via San Francisco (SFO).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara is 3 hours behind Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

    Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Alamo
    · Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara range from $379 to $588, with an average of $449 over the past 12 months. Anything below $379 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $379 - about $375 less than Wednesday (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara trip for November. Fares historically average $406 round-trip in that month - typically $348 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Barbara Airport.
    - The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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