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$122+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Houston

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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — HOU
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
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 January 8, 2026.

Round-trip from

$355
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$122
(Delta)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$551
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 January 8, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 2/54:35 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/125:00 amIAH - SBA
1 stop8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Fri 2/134:40 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/166:00 amIAH - SBA
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$355
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Fri 2/1312:38 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop5h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/166:00 amHOU - SBA
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Thu 2/53:10 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Thu 2/1212:05 pmHOU - SBA
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/6$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Fri 2/1312:38 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/172:34 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Fri 2/1312:38 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop5h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/176:00 amHOU - SBA
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7$379
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Tue 4/287:07 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop8h 33mAlaska Airlines
Sun 5/36:18 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop27h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/8$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
Fri 2/132:25 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Mon 2/165:30 pmHOU - SBA
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/7$388
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Fri 1/302:45 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop25h 32mAlaska Airlines
Sun 2/17:00 amIAH - SBA
1 stop8h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/5$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 4/281:27 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/310:31 amIAH - SBA
2 stops9h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/6$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Fri 1/3012:26 pmSBA - HOU
2 stops8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/16:00 amHOU - SBA
2 stops7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/5$450
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Fri 1/3011:20 amSBA - HOU
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Sun 2/111:10 amHOU - SBA
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/5$453

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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 January 8, 2026.
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 - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/13

12:38 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/16

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 48m

$355

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/13

12:37 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/16

5:00 am-11:57 am

2 stops8h 57m

$366

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/5

3:10 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Houston Hobby

Thu 2/12

12:05 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$373

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/13

12:38 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop5h 43m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/17

2:34 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$379

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/13

12:38 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/17

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 48m

$379

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/28

7:25 am-5:18 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/3

6:18 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop27h 37m

$385

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/13

2:25 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 45m

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/16

5:30 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$388

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/5

4:35 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/12

5:00 am-11:57 am

2 stops8h 57m

$394

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/30

2:45 pm-6:17 pm

1 stop25h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/1

7:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$413

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/30

12:26 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/1

6:00 am-11:46 am

2 stops7h 46m

$450

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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 $63). Flying from Santa Barbara to Houston 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 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 January 8, 2026.
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
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,139 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,094 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Houston?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to Houston in 5h. Fly via American Airlines, Southwest, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1471 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $334 round-trip. Users have found that Southwest is 53% 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 United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $158. Users have also found prices from $158 and $167 on Southwest and American Airlines, 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 $63). Flying from Santa Barbara to Houston 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 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 January 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$292Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$334Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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