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$209+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to George Bush Intcntl (IAH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — IAH
Dec 20 — Dec 271
Sat 12/20
Sat 12/27
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$327
(Delta)

One-way from

$209
(United Airlines)

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Average price

$537
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/82:10 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop8h 49mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/117:50 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$432
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/812:39 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Wed 12/1012:35 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop9h 59mDelta
Deal found 11/19$437
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/84:59 pmSBA - IAH
2 stops13h 52mDelta
Thu 12/115:20 amIAH - SBA
2 stops12h 46mDelta
Deal found 11/19$447
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/12:09 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop8h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/58:30 amIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$542
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/47:19 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop21h 01mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/87:20 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop25h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$547
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/11:13 pmSBA - IAH
2 stops8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/55:00 amIAH - SBA
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/17$552
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:00 amSBA - IAH
1 stop14h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/82:20 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop11h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$569
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:06 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop4h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/36:40 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop7h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$606

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport that are best for you.

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Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

8:45 am-8:09 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/21

7:20 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$327

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

1:19 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/4

7:19 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$341

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/25

7:21 am-5:53 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/26

7:00 am-1:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$383

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-1:41 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/21

8:00 am-6:33 pm

2 stops12h 33m

$412

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/1

1:57 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/3

7:10 am-11:56 am

1 stop6h 46m

$422

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/12

7:21 am-5:53 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/21

6:55 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop25h 23m

$426

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/8

2:10 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 49m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 12/11

7:50 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$432

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/8

12:39 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/10

7:00 am-4:06 pm

2 stops11h 06m

$442

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/30

5:55 am-1:29 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/3

11:55 am-4:25 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$447

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/28

12:45 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/3

11:55 am-4:25 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$447

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Barbara-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (average of $63). Flying from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $102). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing George Bush Intcntl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to George Bush Intcntl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to George Bush Intcntl. Reviews last updated November 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,023 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

FERNANDO,Sep 2024

YYC - IAH

Everything was good, maybe can give better foof flys more than 4 hours
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,023 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,023 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

FERNANDO,Sep 2024

YYC - IAH

Everything was good, maybe can give better foof flys more than 4 hours
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,046 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,023 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

FERNANDO,Sep 2024

YYC - IAH

Everything was good, maybe can give better foof flys more than 4 hours

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    If you book a flight to Houston George Bush Intcntl from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara. There is 1 flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    A quick flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport can take about 5h 41m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $412. Santa Barbara and Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are separated by a distance of 1460 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $292, was found to be the cheapest airline from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines. United Airlines is priced at 40% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (average of $63). Flying from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $102). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$292Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$334Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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