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 $176 One Way, $355 Round Trip

Prices starting at $355 for return flights and $176 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.

Sun, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 14
DTW
Detroit
SBA
Santa Barbara
$355 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$355
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 8 from Detroit to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Mar 14, priced at $355 found 3 days ago
Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16
DTW
Detroit
SBA
Santa Barbara
$369 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$369
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Mar 12 from Detroit to Santa Barbara, returning Mon, Mar 16, priced at $369 found 16 hours ago
Mon, Feb 23 - Sat, Feb 28
DTW
Detroit
SBA
Santa Barbara
$378 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$378
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from Detroit to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Feb 28, priced at $378 found 5 days ago
Sun, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 14
DTW
Detroit
SBA
Santa Barbara
$393 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$393
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 8 from Detroit to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Mar 14, priced at $393 found 3 days ago
Sun, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 14
DTW
Detroit
SBA
Santa Barbara
$402 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$402
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Mar 8 from Detroit to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Mar 14, priced at $402 found 3 days 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
$258 nightly
The price is $294 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$294 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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! (509 reviews)
Great service, clean room

Reviewed on Jan 18, 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
$172 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$196 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (987 reviews)
Great place!!!!

Reviewed on Jan 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
$78 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$88 total
Feb 8 - Feb 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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,206 reviews)
Clean room, friendly front office staff, easy location to find.

Reviewed on Feb 4, 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
$600 nightly
The price is $675 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$675 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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! (1,001 reviews)
Our stay at The Ritz-Carlton Santa Barbara was absolutely incredible. Beautiful property, spotless room, and the service was top-tier from start to finish. The staff was warm, professional, and made everything feel effortless. Perfect luxury getaway — we can’t wait to come back!

Reviewed on Jan 26, 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
$172 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$196 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (987 reviews)
Great place!!!!

Reviewed on Jan 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
$161 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
$183 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Had a wonderful stay! This location was perfect for sightseeing, and the hotel staff made us feel at home. Everything was exceptional!

Reviewed on Feb 3, 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
$161 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
$183 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Had a wonderful stay! This location was perfect for sightseeing, and the hotel staff made us feel at home. Everything was exceptional!

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
401 Storke Rd Goleta CA
$238 nightly
The price is $272 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$272 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (872 reviews)
Very clean and spacious

Reviewed on Jan 31, 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
$258 nightly
The price is $294 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$294 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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! (509 reviews)
Great service, clean room

Reviewed on Jan 18, 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
$161 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
$183 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Had a wonderful stay! This location was perfect for sightseeing, and the hotel staff made us feel at home. Everything was exceptional!

Reviewed on Feb 3, 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
$78 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$88 total
Feb 8 - Feb 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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,206 reviews)
Clean room, friendly front office staff, easy location to find.

Reviewed on Feb 4, 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
$172 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$196 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (987 reviews)
Great place!!!!

Reviewed on Jan 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
$161 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
$183 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Had a wonderful stay! This location was perfect for sightseeing, and the hotel staff made us feel at home. Everything was exceptional!

Reviewed on Feb 3, 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
$172 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$196 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (987 reviews)
Great place!!!!

Reviewed on Jan 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
$600 nightly
The price is $675 total per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
$675 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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! (1,001 reviews)
Our stay at The Ritz-Carlton Santa Barbara was absolutely incredible. Beautiful property, spotless room, and the service was top-tier from start to finish. The staff was warm, professional, and made everything feel effortless. Perfect luxury getaway — we can’t wait to come back!

Reviewed on Jan 26, 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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