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$253+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Houston

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — HOU
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Houston (HO1). 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$253
(American Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$364
From Santa Barbara to Houston
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Tue 9/912:22 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop19h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/167:42 amIAH - SBA
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Tue 9/912:22 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop18h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/166:00 amHOU - SBA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 10/2312:28 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop9h 24mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/277:22 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop18h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 9/1812:22 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/245:00 amIAH - SBA
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$271
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 9/1812:22 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/246:00 amHOU - SBA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$271
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 9/612:22 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop18h 01mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/95:00 amIAH - SBA
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 9/612:22 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop19h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/96:00 amHOU - SBA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Wed 9/1012:22 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/1610:15 amHOU - SBA
2 stops10h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$290
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 9/45:30 amSBA - IAH
1 stop6h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/83:37 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 10/3012:28 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/25:00 amHOU - SBA
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$344
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/145:30 amSBA - HOU
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Thu 10/166:10 amHOU - SBA
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$401

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Houston that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Houston that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Houston

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/9

12:22 pm-9:22 am

1 stop19h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/16

7:42 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 49m

$253

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/9

12:22 pm-8:34 am

1 stop18h 12m

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop7h 31m

$253

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/23

12:28 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 10/27

7:22 pm-11:32 am

1 stop18h 10m

$254

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/18

12:22 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/24

5:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 31m

$271

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/18

12:22 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/24

6:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop7h 31m

$271

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/6

12:22 pm-8:23 am

1 stop18h 01m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/9

5:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 31m

$283

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/6

12:22 pm-9:39 am

1 stop19h 17m

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/9

6:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop7h 31m

$283

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/10

12:22 pm-8:11 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/16

10:15 am-6:39 pm

2 stops10h 24m

$290

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/4

5:30 am-1:39 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/8

3:37 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$309

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/30

12:28 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Houston Hobby

Sun 11/2

5:00 am-10:38 am

1 stop7h 38m

$344

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 8/14

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Houston

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Santa Barbara to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBA to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Houston in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Houston 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston, you will be flying from Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara (SBA) is just 8.0 mi from the center of the city. Santa Barbara is the only Santa Barbara airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Houston per day. 3 airlines have flights to Houston from Santa Barbara on a regular basis.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Santa Barbara to Houston is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $218 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $292 and $316 round-trip. Users have found that Southwest is 58% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Houston one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $254. Users have also found prices from $294 and $353 on United Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Houston?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Houston 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?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Santa Barbara to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Houston

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Houston. 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$292Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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