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Cheap flights from Detroit to Los Angeles from $209

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United Airlines Logo
3:29 pm - 9:03 pm
DTW
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SBA
8h 34m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 6:09 pm
SBA
-
DTW
8h 54m
1 stop
$428United Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 21
American Airlines Logo
5:56 pm - 9:59 pm
DTW
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SBA
7h 03m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:58 pm
SBA
-
DTW
7h 58m
1 stop
$432American Airlines
Wed, Jun 17 - Tue, Jun 23
Delta Logo
5:45 pm - 10:10 pm
DTW
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SBA
7h 25m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 9:20 pm
SBA
-
DTW
12h 25m
2 stops
$433Delta
Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 14
Delta Logo
12:15 pm - 10:10 pm
DTW
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SBA
12h 55m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 9:24 am
SBA
-
DTW
13h 24m
2 stops
$438Delta
Wed, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:01 am - 6:34 pm
DTW
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SBA
14h 33m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:24 pm - 4:40 pm
SBA
-
DTW
18h 16m
1 stop
$439Alaska Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
Delta Logo
12:15 pm - 10:10 pm
DTW
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SBA
12h 55m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 3:13 pm
SBA
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DTW
6h 18m
1 stop
$444Delta
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
American Airlines Logo
5:37 am - 11:54 am
DTW
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SBA
9h 17m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:58 pm
SBA
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DTW
7h 58m
1 stop
$448American Airlines
Wed, Jun 17 - Tue, Jun 23
Delta Logo
12:15 pm - 10:10 pm
DTW
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SBA
12h 55m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 10:17 am
SBA
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DTW
14h 17m
2 stops
$450Delta
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:59 am
DTW
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SBA
7h 59m
1 stop
Delta Logo
12:40 pm - 11:13 pm
SBA
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DTW
7h 33m
1 stop
$452Delta
Tue, Jul 7 - Sat, Aug 1
Delta Logo
5:40 pm - 10:16 pm
DTW
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SBA
7h 36m
1 stop
Delta Logo
4:52 pm - 10:10 am
SBA
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DTW
14h 18m
2 stops
$457Delta
Tue, Aug 18 - Sun, Aug 23

American Airlines flights from Detroit to Santa Barbara

Our best American Airlines deals on Detroit to Santa Barbara flight tickets
American Airlines
Jun 17
DTW5:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 03m
1 stop
SBA9:59 pmSanta Barbara
Jun 23
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
7h 58m
1 stop
DTW4:58 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$432
American Airlines
Jun 17
DTW5:37 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 17m
1 stop
SBA11:54 amSanta Barbara
Jun 23
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
7h 58m
1 stop
DTW4:58 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$448
American Airlines
Jun 17
DTW1:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 16m
2 stops
SBA9:59 pmSanta Barbara
Jun 23
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
13h 38m
2 stops
DTW10:38 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$459

Delta flights from Detroit to Santa Barbara

Our best Delta deals on Detroit to Santa Barbara flight tickets
Delta
Sep 8
DTW5:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 25m
1 stop
SBA10:10 pmSanta Barbara
Sep 14
SBA5:55 amSanta Barbara
12h 25m
2 stops
DTW9:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$433
Delta
Sep 16
DTW12:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 55m
2 stops
SBA10:10 pmSanta Barbara
Sep 21
SBA5:00 pmSanta Barbara
13h 24m
2 stops
DTW9:24 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$438
Delta
Sep 17
DTW12:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 55m
2 stops
SBA10:10 pmSanta Barbara
Sep 21
SBA5:55 amSanta Barbara
6h 18m
1 stop
DTW3:13 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$444

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DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/16

3:29 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop8h 34m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/21

6:15 am-6:09 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$428
Quickest round-trip

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/17

5:56 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/23

6:00 am-4:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$432

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/8

5:45 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/14

5:55 am-9:20 pm

2 stops12h 25m

$433

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/16

12:15 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops12h 55m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/21

5:00 pm-9:24 am

2 stops13h 24m

$438

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/17

7:01 am-6:34 pm

1 stop14h 33m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/21

7:24 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop18h 16m

$439

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/17

12:15 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops12h 55m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/21

5:55 am-3:13 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$444

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/17

5:37 am-11:54 am

1 stop9h 17m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/23

6:00 am-4:58 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$448

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/17

12:15 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops12h 55m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/21

5:00 pm-10:17 am

2 stops14h 17m

$450

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/7

7:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 59m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/1

12:40 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$452

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

5:40 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/23

4:52 pm-10:10 am

2 stops14h 18m

$457

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Detroit, with most prices found around $148. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of May, then departing from Detroit during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $200.

When to book flights from Detroit to Santa Barbara

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Cheap Detroit to Santa Barbara (DTT to SBA) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Detroit to Santa Barbara

Fastest flight time

6h 30m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Detroit to Santa Barbara takes 6h 30m
There are no direct flights from Detroit to Santa Barbara. There are no popular flight routes from Detroit to Santa Barbara.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Santa Barbara

  • How far is Detroit to Santa Barbara by plane?

    There are 2040.3 mi between Detroit and Santa Barbara. By plane, this route typically takes 6h 30m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Santa Barbara Airport?

    Prices for flights from Detroit to Santa Barbara Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Santa Barbara Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Santa Barbara Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Barbara Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Santa Barbara Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Santa Barbara Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Detroit to Santa Barbara?

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Santa Barbara

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DeltaPriceFrom $148Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,452 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $305Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,733 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $320Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,645 reviews
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