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Cheapest round-trip
$329
Typical prices: $395-$595
United Airlines
Mon 11/19Sun 11/25
DTW - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$165
Typical prices: $229-$401
United Airlines
Sun 12/16
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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April
Cheapest • 11% price drop
November
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $327 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 59m (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

Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
United Airlines Logo
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
$329United Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
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10:48 am - 5:28 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
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1:56 pm - 11:57 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$334United Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
American Airlines Logo
7:17 am - 11:58 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 41m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:43 pm - 10:51 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 08m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$399American Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
Southwest Logo
4:00 pm - 10:35 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:35 am - 12:30 amSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$404Southwest
Tue, Dec 22 - Sat, Jan 9
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
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:49 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
$404United Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 12:05 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 35m2 stops Denver Intl San Diego
Southwest Logo
11:35 am - 12:30 amSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$409Southwest
Wed, Mar 24 - Wed, Mar 31
American Airlines Logo
5:44 pm - 10:07 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 23m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:03 am - 4:53 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$433American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
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5:51 am - 11:45 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:06 am - 4:59 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$433American Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12
Delta Logo
12:30 pm - 10:10 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
12h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
12:45 pm - 11:58 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 13m1 stop Salt Lake City
$662Delta
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
Delta Logo
4:25 pm - 10:10 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 45m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:41 am - 3:20 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 39m1 stop Salt Lake City
$662Delta
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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 typically range from $395 to $595. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $329, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara. It’s 20% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara at $418 round-trip.
•July ($754) and September ($654) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 80% 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

August

Cheapest flight

$165
Beat the crowds with an average 47% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

  • 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 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.

  • 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 $395 to $595, with an average of $468 over the past 12 months. Anything below $395 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $329 to $2,001. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 $347, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

  • 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).

  • 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) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 18% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Santa Barbara. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $376 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $596, a difference of $220.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 59m, compared with 7h 05m 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $376, about $220 less than Thursday fares (37% 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 April. Fares historically average $418 round-trip in that month - typically $336 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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