What airlines fly to Detroit?

Spirit Airlines, Delta and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from Santa Barbara according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Detroit on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Detroit is 3 as of December 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Barbara Airport to Detroit.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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2:45 pm - 4:19 pm

SBA

DTW

22h 34m1 stop

5:15 pm - 1:53 pm

DTW

SBA

23h 38m1 stop

$344Alaska Airlines

Sat, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 21

2:38 pm - 4:26 pm

SBA

DTW

22h 48m1 stop

5:22 pm - 1:49 pm

DTW

SBA

23h 27m1 stop

$378Alaska Airlines

Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 15

5:00 am - 2:29 pm

SBA

DTW

6h 29m1 stop

7:00 am - 12:04 pm

DTW

SBA

8h 04m1 stop

$400United Airlines

Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 15

12:41 pm - 12:24 am

SBA

DTW

8h 43m1 stop

5:24 am - 11:36 am

DTW

SBA

9h 12m1 stop

$404American Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20

8:15 am - 10:25 pm

SBA

DTW

11h 10m2 stops

7:00 am - 12:04 pm

DTW

SBA

8h 04m1 stop

$405United Airlines

Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 15

7:48 pm - 9:14 am

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DTW

10h 26m2 stops

5:24 am - 11:36 am

DTW

SBA

9h 12m1 stop

$410American Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20

8:15 am - 10:25 pm

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DTW

11h 10m2 stops

9:00 am - 5:07 pm

DTW

SBA

11h 07m2 stops

$422United Airlines

Thu, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 15

12:59 pm - 10:30 pm

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DTW

6h 31m1 stop

2:40 pm - 11:44 pm

DTW

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12h 04m2 stops

$435United Airlines

Sat, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 21

6:51 pm - 10:07 am

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DTW

12h 16m2 stops

5:30 am - 1:15 pm

DTW

SBA

10h 45m2 stops

$440United Airlines

Sat, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 21

4:54 pm - 9:24 am

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DTW

13h 30m2 stops

8:30 am - 4:14 pm

DTW

SBA

10h 44m2 stops

$457Delta

Thu, Apr 16 - Mon, Apr 20

United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit

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United Airlines

Mar 12

SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara

6h 29m

1 stop

DTW2:29 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mar 15

DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 04m

1 stop

SBA12:04 pmSanta Barbara

$400

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United Airlines

Mar 12

SBA8:15 amSanta Barbara

11h 10m

2 stops

DTW10:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mar 15

DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 04m

1 stop

SBA12:04 pmSanta Barbara

$405

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United Airlines

Mar 12

SBA8:15 amSanta Barbara

11h 10m

2 stops

DTW10:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mar 15

DTW9:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11h 07m

2 stops

SBA5:07 pmSanta Barbara

$422

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American Airlines

Apr 16

SBA12:41 pmSanta Barbara

8h 43m

1 stop

DTW12:24 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 20

DTW5:24 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 12m

1 stop

SBA11:36 amSanta Barbara

$404

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American Airlines

Apr 16

SBA7:48 pmSanta Barbara

10h 26m

2 stops

DTW9:14 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 20

DTW5:24 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 12m

1 stop

SBA11:36 amSanta Barbara

$410

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May 22

SBA4:48 pmSanta Barbara

8h 42m

1 stop

DTW4:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

May 26

DTW5:39 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 40m

1 stop

SBA11:19 amSanta Barbara

$523

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Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

2:45 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop22h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/21

5:15 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop23h 38m

$344

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/12

2:38 pm-4:26 pm

1 stop22h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/15

5:22 pm-1:49 pm

1 stop23h 27m

$378

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/12

5:00 am-2:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/15

7:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$400

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/16

12:41 pm-12:24 am

1 stop8h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/20

5:24 am-11:36 am

1 stop9h 12m

$404

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/12

8:15 am-10:25 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/15

7:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$405

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/16

7:48 pm-9:14 am

2 stops10h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/20

5:24 am-11:36 am

1 stop9h 12m

$410

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/12

8:15 am-10:25 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/15

9:00 am-5:07 pm

2 stops11h 07m

$422

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

12:59 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/21

2:40 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops12h 04m

$435

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

6:51 pm-10:07 am

2 stops12h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/21

5:30 am-1:15 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$440

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/16

4:54 pm-9:24 am

2 stops13h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/20

8:30 am-4:14 pm

2 stops10h 44m

$457

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from Santa Barbara is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $346. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Santa Barbara to Detroit for around $417.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Santa Barbara to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $339. Flying to Detroit in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $389 on average. Flights to Detroit from Santa Barbara in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

Can stopping save me money on Santa Barbara to Detroit flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to Detroit flight.

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Fastest flight time	6h 29m
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The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Detroit takes 6h 29m

There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit. There are no popular flight routes from Santa Barbara to Detroit.

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How far is Santa Barbara to Detroit by plane?
Santa Barbara and Detroit are 2040.3 mi apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 6h 29m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Detroit refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Detroit?
The number of operators available for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Detroit is 3 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to Detroit?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Barbara Airport to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to Detroit?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Santa Barbara to Detroit is American Airlines (100% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Detroit

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,019 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,113 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $331	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,072 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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