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

Delta is the most popular carrier operating from Santa Barbara to Detroit

What airlines fly to Detroit?

Spirit Airlines, Delta and American Airlines 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 November 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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7:19 pm - 4:45 pmSBA-DTW

18h 26m1 stop

5:41 pm - 6:25 pmDTW-SBA

27h 44m1 stop

$352Alaska Airlines

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Tue, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 8

1:13 pm - 10:50 pmSBA-DTW

6h 37m1 stop

6:35 am - 6:08 pmDTW-SBA

14h 33m2 stops

$362American Airlines

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6:10 am - 10:52 pmSBA-DTW

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6:35 am - 6:08 pmDTW-SBA

14h 33m2 stops

$367American Airlines

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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9

4:59 pm - 9:30 amSBA-DTW

13h 31m2 stops

12:25 pm - 4:06 pmDTW-SBA

6h 41m1 stop

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4:59 pm - 8:09 amSBA-DTW

12h 10m2 stops

10:36 am - 10:13 pmDTW-SBA

14h 37m2 stops

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12:39 pm - 12:20 amSBA-DTW

8h 41m1 stop

12:15 pm - 8:34 pmDTW-SBA

11h 19m2 stops

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7:19 pm - 4:45 pmSBA-DTW

18h 26m1 stop

5:41 pm - 6:25 pmDTW-SBA

27h 44m1 stop

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5:20 am - 3:50 pmSBA-DTW

7h 30m2 stops

4:30 pm - 11:15 pmDTW-SBA

9h 45m2 stops

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1:03 pm - 10:17 pmSBA-DTW

6h 14m1 stop

6:00 am - 6:01 pmDTW-SBA

15h 01m2 stops

$506United Airlines

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6:50 pm - 10:02 amSBA-DTW

12h 12m2 stops

9:10 am - 1:08 pmDTW-SBA

6h 58m1 stop

$602United Airlines

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Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit

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Alaska Airlines

Dec 2

SBA7:19 pmSanta Barbara

18h 26m

1 stop

DTW4:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Dec 8

DTW5:41 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 44m

1 stop

SBA6:25 pmSanta Barbara

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Alaska Airlines

Dec 3

SBA7:19 pmSanta Barbara

18h 26m

1 stop

DTW4:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Dec 11

DTW5:41 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 44m

1 stop

SBA6:25 pmSanta Barbara

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Alaska Airlines

Dec 2

SBA7:19 pmSanta Barbara

18h 26m

1 stop

DTW4:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Dec 12

DTW5:41 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

27h 44m

1 stop

SBA6:25 pmSanta Barbara

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American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Detroit

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American Airlines

Dec 2

SBA1:13 pmSanta Barbara

6h 37m

1 stop

DTW10:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Dec 9

DTW6:35 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 33m

2 stops

SBA6:08 pmSanta Barbara

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American Airlines

Dec 2

SBA6:10 amSanta Barbara

13h 42m

2 stops

DTW10:52 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Dec 9

DTW6:35 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 33m

2 stops

SBA6:08 pmSanta Barbara

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American Airlines

Dec 4

SBA6:10 amSanta Barbara

11h 48m

2 stops

DTW8:58 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Dec 11

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 40m

1 stop

SBA11:40 amSanta Barbara

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Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/2

7:19 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop18h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/8

5:41 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop27h 44m

$352

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/2

1:13 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/9

6:35 am-6:08 pm

2 stops14h 33m

$362

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/2

6:10 am-10:52 pm

2 stops13h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/9

6:35 am-6:08 pm

2 stops14h 33m

$367

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/3

4:59 pm-9:30 am

2 stops13h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/10

12:25 pm-4:06 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$372

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/3

4:59 pm-8:09 am

2 stops12h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/10

10:36 am-10:13 pm

2 stops14h 37m

$377

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/2

12:39 pm-12:20 am

1 stop8h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/6

12:15 pm-8:34 pm

2 stops11h 19m

$382

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/3

7:19 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop18h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

5:41 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop27h 44m

$392

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/12

5:20 am-3:50 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/19

4:30 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$477

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/24

1:03 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-6:01 pm

2 stops15h 01m

$506

Santa BarbaraDetroit

SBA - DTW

SBADTW

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/1

6:50 pm-10:02 am

2 stops12h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/10

9:10 am-1:08 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$602

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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 $423.

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 $336. 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 at noon when prices are $400 on average. Flights to Detroit from Santa Barbara at noon 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 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to Detroit flight.

When to book flights 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 14m.
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 November 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 8,002 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,997 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $331	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,038 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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