Cheap flights from DTW to SBA (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Santa Barbara Municipal)

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Cheap Flights from DTW to SBA starting at $212 One Way, $414 Round Trip

Prices starting at $414 for return flights and $212 for one-way flights to Santa Barbara Municipal were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2
DTW
Detroit
SBA
Santa Barbara
$414 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$414
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Apr 25 from Detroit to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, May 2, priced at $414 found 17 hours ago
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2
DTW
Detroit
SBA
Santa Barbara
$414 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$414
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 25 from Detroit to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, May 2, priced at $414 found 17 hours ago
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2
DTW
Detroit
SBA
Santa Barbara
$414 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$414
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Apr 25 from Detroit to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, May 2, priced at $414 found 17 hours ago
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2
DTW
Detroit
SBA
Santa Barbara
$419 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$419
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Apr 25 from Detroit to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, May 2, priced at $419 found 17 hours ago
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2
DTW
Detroit
SBA
Santa Barbara
$422 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$422
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 25 from Detroit to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, May 2, priced at $422 found 17 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Santa Barbara Municipal

Airport Hotels near Santa Barbara Municipal

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
6350 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$247 nightly
The price is $281 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$281 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (519 reviews)
Comfortable and nice rooms.

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5650 Calle Real Goleta CA
$180 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$202 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Adorable property, comfortable bed, friendly staff - what more could you want? I can’t wait to come back the next time I’m in the Santa Barbara area!

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2 out of 5
5897 Calle Real Goleta CA
$95 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
$108 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,210 reviews)
This is decent barebones motel experience, but a bit noisy.

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$675 nightly
The price is $757 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$757 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
no beach chairs or umbrellas

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5650 Calle Real Goleta CA
$180 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$202 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Adorable property, comfortable bed, friendly staff - what more could you want? I can’t wait to come back the next time I’m in the Santa Barbara area!

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real Goleta CA
$186 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$213 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Clean room ,very kind hotel staff enjoyed the pool and hot tub . Recommend this hotel

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Santa Barbara Hotels With Airport Transportation

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real Goleta CA
$186 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$213 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Clean room ,very kind hotel staff enjoyed the pool and hot tub . Recommend this hotel

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
401 Storke Rd Goleta CA
$229 nightly
The price is $261 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$261 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (883 reviews)
Staff, was very helpful and beds super comfortable.💝

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
6350 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$247 nightly
The price is $281 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$281 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (519 reviews)
Comfortable and nice rooms.

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Santa Barbara Hotels

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real Goleta CA
$186 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$213 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Clean room ,very kind hotel staff enjoyed the pool and hot tub . Recommend this hotel

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2 out of 5
5897 Calle Real Goleta CA
$95 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
$108 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,210 reviews)
This is decent barebones motel experience, but a bit noisy.

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5650 Calle Real Goleta CA
$180 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$202 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Adorable property, comfortable bed, friendly staff - what more could you want? I can’t wait to come back the next time I’m in the Santa Barbara area!

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real Goleta CA
$186 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$213 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Clean room ,very kind hotel staff enjoyed the pool and hot tub . Recommend this hotel

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5650 Calle Real Goleta CA
$180 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$202 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Adorable property, comfortable bed, friendly staff - what more could you want? I can’t wait to come back the next time I’m in the Santa Barbara area!

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$675 nightly
The price is $757 total per night from Apr 26 to Apr 27
$757 total
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
no beach chairs or umbrellas

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

DTW to SBA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
DTW Address & GPS
Address:
1 Detroit Metro Airport
Detroit MI, 48242
United States
IATA Code:
DTW
Longitude:
-83.356048
Latitude:
42.207808
Time Zone:
America/New_York
SBA Address & GPS
Address:
500 Fowler Rd.
Santa Barbara CA, 93117
United States
IATA Code:
SBA
Longitude:
-119.836476
Latitude:
34.432833
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
While you can't fly direct from Detroit Metro Airport to Santa Barbara Airport, there are several companies that operate on this route with just one stopover. Why not check if the times and dates offered by Delta Air Lines or American Airlines work with your travel plans? If they don't, there's always United Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from Detroit Metro Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
From Detroit, the thrilling sights and sounds of Santa Barbara are 6 hours and 32 minutes away. Secure your favorite seat, or perhaps even one with a bit more legroom, and fly to your destination in total comfort.
How many hours flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Santa Barbara Airport?
The trip from DTW to SBA will take around 6 hours and 40 minutes. A few good movies, a gripping novel and a nice snooze will make the time zip by.
What airlines have the most flights from Detroit Metro Airport to SBA?
Right now, no airlines have direct flights from DTW to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). Don't panic though! There will be plenty of single or multi-stop flights available.

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