What is the cheapest airline that flies from Michigan to Santa Barbara?

Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Michigan to Santa Barbara

How long does it take to fly to Santa Barbara?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Michigan you fly out of and what airport in Santa Barbara you fly into. For example, flying from Detroit to Los Angeles takes 4h 41m on average. On the other hand, flying from Grand Rapids to Los Angeles takes 6h 31m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What airlines fly to Santa Barbara?

Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Santa Barbara from Michigan according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Santa Barbara. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Santa Barbara on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Michigan to Santa Barbara on average per week?

7 flights are operational weekly from Michigan to Santa Barbara as of August 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 14% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara Airport?

As of August 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan 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 Michigan to Santa Barbara Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Santa Barbara Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Santa Barbara Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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7:20 am - 1:58 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 38m1 stop San Diego

6:00 am - 6:59 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 59m1 stop San Diego

$303Alaska Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11

7:20 am - 2:47 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

9h 27m1 stop San Diego

2:22 pm - 11:59 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

7h 37m1 stop San Diego

$304Alaska Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 5

8:49 am - 11:31 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

4h 42mnonstop

12:33 pm - 6:52 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

4h 19mnonstop

$339United Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 14

8:49 am - 11:31 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

4h 42mnonstop

1:11 pm - 7:30 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

4h 19mnonstop

$339United Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19

6:38 am - 11:49 amGRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:45 pm - 10:38 pmSBA Santa Barbara-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

6h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$357American Airlines

Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 1

6:38 am - 11:45 amGRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:45 pm - 10:38 pmSBA Santa Barbara-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

6h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$357American Airlines

Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1

5:35 pm - 11:10 pmGRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 35m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl

7:00 pm - 10:25 amSBA Santa Barbara-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

12h 25m2 stops Sacramento Intl Chicago Midway

$367Southwest

Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

8:00 am - 12:12 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara

7h 12m1 stop Salt Lake City

12:45 pm - 12:03 amSBA Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 18m1 stop Salt Lake City

$385Delta

Sat, Feb 6 - Wed, Feb 10

8:00 am - 12:12 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SBA Santa Barbara

7h 12m1 stop Salt Lake City

12:45 pm - 12:03 amSBA Santa Barbara-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 18m1 stop Salt Lake City

$385Delta

Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 16

3:40 pm - 12:05 amGRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

11h 25m2 stops Denver Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

10:40 am - 11:35 pmSBA Santa Barbara-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

9h 55m2 stops San Diego Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$406Southwest

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 13

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8:49 am - 11:31 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

4h 42mnonstop

9:35 am - 8:26 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

8h 51m1 stop San Francisco

$479United Airlines

Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30

8:40 am - 12:59 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

6h 19m1 stop Denver Intl

6:10 am - 2:50 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 40m1 stop San Francisco

$489United Airlines

Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30

5:00 am - 11:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 45m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:33 am - 4:05 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

7h 32m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$494American Airlines

Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30

8:49 am - 11:31 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

4h 42mnonstop

12:33 pm - 6:52 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

4h 19mnonstop

$563United Airlines

Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30

2:18 pm - 2:47 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

26h 29m1 stop San Diego

7:24 pm - 6:20 amSBA Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

8h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$600Alaska Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Tue, Aug 25

6:00 am - 11:54 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

7h 54m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City

5:50 am - 5:14 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

9h 24m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul

$604Delta

Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30

2:22 pm - 7:57 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

7h 35m1 stop Portland

7:24 pm - 6:20 amSBA Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

8h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$606Alaska Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Thu, Aug 27

6:59 am - 11:45 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

6h 46m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

12:15 pm - 10:00 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

7h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$614American Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24

5:00 am - 11:30 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

8h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

12:20 pm - 9:16 pmSBA Santa Barbara-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

6h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$614American Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 25

6:55 pm - 10:20 pmGRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

6h 25m1 stop Denver Intl

5:35 am - 5:15 pmSBA Santa Barbara-GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

8h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$913Southwest

Sun, Aug 23 - Sun, Aug 30

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Nov 10

ORD7:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

8h 38m

1 stop

SBA1:58 pmSanta Barbara

Nov 11

SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara

10h 59m

1 stop

ORD6:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$303

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Sep 16

ORD2:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 29m

1 stop

SBA2:47 pmSanta Barbara

Sep 25

SBA3:26 pmSanta Barbara

19h 56m

1 stop

ORD1:22 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$313

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Sep 13

ORD7:20 amChicago O'Hare Intl

9h 27m

1 stop

SBA2:47 pmSanta Barbara

Sep 16

SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara

11h 21m

1 stop

ORD7:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$331

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Sep 12

ORD8:49 amChicago O'Hare Intl

4h 42m

SBA11:31 amSanta Barbara

Sep 14

SBA12:33 pmSanta Barbara

4h 19m

ORD6:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$339

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Sep 12

ORD8:49 amChicago O'Hare Intl

4h 42m

SBA11:31 amSanta Barbara

Sep 19

SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara

8h 00m

1 stop

ORD3:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$345

United Airlines

Sep 11

ORD8:49 amChicago O'Hare Intl

4h 42m

SBA11:31 amSanta Barbara

Sep 14

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6h 35m

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Wed 11/11

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1 stop10h 59m

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$339

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GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl - SBA Santa Barbara

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Thu 11/19

6:38 am-11:49 am

1 stop8h 11m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/1

12:45 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$357

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GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl - SBA Santa Barbara

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Wed 11/18

6:38 am-11:45 am

1 stop8h 07m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/1

12:45 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$357

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GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl - SBA Santa Barbara

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Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Thu 10/29

5:35 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/2

7:00 pm-10:25 am

2 stops12h 25m

$367

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SBA Santa Barbara

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/6

8:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/10

12:45 pm-12:03 am

1 stop8h 18m

$385

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SBA Santa Barbara

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/6

8:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/16

12:45 pm-12:03 am

1 stop8h 18m

$385

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GRR Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl - SBA Santa Barbara

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Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Fri 10/2

3:40 pm-12:05 am

2 stops11h 25m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/13

10:40 am-11:35 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$406

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Michigan, with most prices found around $436. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of January, then departing from Michigan during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $443.

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Best Price Found	$179
Fastest flight time	4h 39m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Santa Barbara	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Santa Barbara from Michigan in the past 72 hours is $179. The best round-trip flight deal from Michigan to Santa Barbara found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $303.

The fastest flight from Michigan to Santa Barbara takes 4h 39m

Direct flights go from Michigan to Santa Barbara every day.

There is 1 airport in Santa Barbara. From Michigan there are direct flights to Santa Barbara (SBA).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara Airport?
Prices for flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara Airport?
As of August 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Michigan to Santa Barbara Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan 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 Michigan to Santa Barbara Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Barbara Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Santa Barbara Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Santa Barbara Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Delta	PriceFrom $148	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,499 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $305	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,104 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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