$156+ 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 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — HOU
Sep 3 — Sep 101
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to HoustonExplore 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 4, 2026.
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 4, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/912:25 pm -
1 stop6h 08m
Fri 9/112:21 pm -
1 stop6h 37m
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$371
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/912:25 pm -
1 stop5h 23m
Fri 9/116:04 am -
1 stop7h 31m
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$371
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Wed 9/910:55 am -
2 stops7h 55m
Fri 9/116:15 am -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$376
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/272:01 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Sun 9/610:10 am -
1 stop7h 10m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$391
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/2712:15 pm -
1 stop6h 04m
Sun 9/66:07 pm -
1 stop6h 13m
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$396
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/2711:30 am -
1 stop8h 15m
Sun 9/67:30 am -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/282:01 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Wed 9/27:20 am -
1 stop6h 38m
Deal found 7/30![United Airlines logo]()
$405
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/276:33 am -
2 stops11h 11m
Sun 9/65:41 am -
2 stops8h 04m
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$406
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/2811:30 am -
1 stop6h 40m
Wed 9/23:20 pm -
1 stop9h 10m
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$410
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/411:30 am -
1 stop8h 20m
Sun 9/69:30 am -
1 stop6h 00m
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$412
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/36:00 am -
2 stops15h 58m
Mon 11/95:44 pm -
1 stop28h 05m
Deal found 8/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/2812:20 pm -
1 stop8h 00m
Wed 9/25:00 am -
2 stops8h 45m
Deal found 7/30![American Airlines logo]()
$415
Best flights from Santa Barbara to HoustonDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Houston that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 4, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Houston that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 4, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/912:25 pm -
1 stop6h 08m
Fri 9/112:21 pm -
1 stop6h 37m
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$371
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Wed 9/910:55 am -
2 stops7h 55m
Fri 9/116:15 am -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$376
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/272:01 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Sun 9/610:10 am -
1 stop7h 10m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$391
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/2711:30 am -
1 stop8h 15m
Sun 9/67:30 am -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/282:01 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Wed 9/27:20 am -
1 stop6h 38m
Deal found 7/30![United Airlines logo]()
$405
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/411:30 am -
1 stop8h 20m
Sun 9/69:30 am -
1 stop6h 00m
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$410
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 8/292:01 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Fri 9/46:46 pm -
1 stop5h 10m
Deal found 7/31![United Airlines logo]()
$432
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/186:33 am -
2 stops9h 31m
Thu 8/206:00 am -
1 stop7h 30m
Deal found 7/30![American Airlines logo]()
$488
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/2811:30 am -
1 stop6h 40m
Wed 9/26:45 am -
2 stops8h 10m
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$415
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Tue 9/292:05 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Wed 9/306:05 pm -
1 stop6h 46m
Deal found 7/30![United Airlines logo]()
$454
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Wed 8/2610:55 am -
1 stop4h 40m
Mon 9/76:15 am -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$423
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 11/312:00 pm -
2 stops6h 40m
Mon 11/97:55 am -
2 stops7h 20m
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$433
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Tue 10/272:05 pm -
1 stop6h 23m
Wed 10/285:35 pm -
1 stop8h 24m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$508
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sat 10/312:05 pm -
1 stop6h 23m
Wed 11/46:35 pm -
1 stop7h 24m
Deal found 8/3![United Airlines logo]()
$508
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/1810:55 am -
2 stops7h 50m
Thu 8/205:30 am -
2 stops7h 20m
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$493
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 11/269:35 am -
1 stop5h 25m
Sun 11/298:50 am -
2 stops11h 25m
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$500
Last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to HoustonDiscover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to Houston. Data last updated August 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to Houston. Data last updated August 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Wed 8/262:01 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Mon 9/76:05 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$418
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/272:01 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Sun 9/610:10 am -
1 stop7h 10m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$391
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/2712:15 pm -
1 stop6h 04m
Sun 9/66:07 pm -
1 stop6h 13m
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$396
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/2711:30 am -
1 stop8h 15m
Sun 9/67:30 am -
1 stop8h 00m
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$396
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/276:33 am -
2 stops11h 11m
Sun 9/65:41 am -
2 stops8h 04m
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$406
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/282:01 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Wed 9/27:20 am -
1 stop6h 38m
Deal found 7/30![United Airlines logo]()
$405
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/2811:30 am -
1 stop6h 40m
Wed 9/23:20 pm -
1 stop9h 10m
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$410
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/2812:20 pm -
1 stop8h 00m
Wed 9/25:00 am -
2 stops8h 45m
Deal found 7/30![American Airlines logo]()
$415
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/411:30 am -
1 stop8h 20m
Sun 9/69:30 am -
1 stop6h 00m
Deal found 7/30![Southwest logo]()
$412
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/912:25 pm -
1 stop6h 08m
Fri 9/112:21 pm -
1 stop6h 37m
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$371
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/912:25 pm -
1 stop5h 23m
Fri 9/116:04 am -
1 stop7h 31m
Deal found 8/2![American Airlines logo]()
$371
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Wed 9/910:55 am -
2 stops7h 55m
Fri 9/116:15 am -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$376
One-way flights from Santa Barbara to HoustonSearch for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Houston. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 4, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Houston. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 4, 2026.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/26:00 am -
3 stops16h 55m
Deal found 8/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$156
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/112:01 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Deal found 8/3![United Airlines logo]()
$180
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sat 9/122:01 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Deal found 8/3![United Airlines logo]()
$182
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/1112:25 pm -
1 stop8h 05m
Deal found 8/3![American Airlines logo]()
$185
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/1112:25 pm -
1 stop5h 23m
Deal found 8/3![American Airlines logo]()
$185
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/1212:25 pm -
1 stop5h 23m
Deal found 8/3![American Airlines logo]()
$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/1112:30 pm -
2 stops7h 10m
Deal found 8/3![Southwest logo]()
$190
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/1212:32 pm -
2 stops7h 58m
Deal found 8/3![American Airlines logo]()
$192
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/212:20 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Deal found 8/3![American Airlines logo]()
$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Wed 9/26:55 am -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 8/3![Southwest logo]()
$212
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/113:26 pm -
2 stops20h 05m
Deal found 8/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$215
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Wed 9/24:47 pm -
2 stops14h 28m
Deal found 8/3![Delta logo]()
$264
Find 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 4, 2026.
Most accurate provider | Expedia 1 star |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Expedia 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $371 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $156 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | September |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $223 |
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - IAH
SBAIAH
Santa Barbara
Wed 9/9
12:25 pm-8:33 pm
1 stop6h 08m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Fri 9/11
2:21 pm-6:58 pm
1 stop6h 37m
$371
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - HOU
SBAHOU
Santa Barbara
Wed 9/9
10:55 am-8:50 pm
2 stops7h 55m
Houston Hobby
Fri 9/11
6:15 am-11:55 am
1 stop7h 40m
$376
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - IAH
SBAIAH
Santa Barbara
Thu 8/27
2:01 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop6h 44m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sun 9/6
10:10 am-3:20 pm
1 stop7h 10m
$391
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - HOU
SBAHOU
Santa Barbara
Thu 8/27
11:30 am-9:45 pm
1 stop8h 15m
Houston Hobby
Sun 9/6
7:30 am-1:30 pm
1 stop8h 00m
$396
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - IAH
SBAIAH
Santa Barbara
Fri 8/28
2:01 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop6h 44m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Wed 9/2
7:20 am-11:58 am
1 stop6h 38m
$405
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - HOU
SBAHOU
Santa Barbara
Fri 9/4
11:30 am-9:50 pm
1 stop8h 20m
Houston Hobby
Sun 9/6
9:30 am-1:30 pm
1 stop6h 00m
$410
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - HOU
SBAHOU
Santa Barbara
Fri 8/28
11:30 am-8:10 pm
1 stop6h 40m
Houston Hobby
Wed 9/2
6:45 am-12:55 pm
2 stops8h 10m
$415
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - HOU
SBAHOU
Santa Barbara
Wed 8/26
10:55 am-5:35 pm
1 stop4h 40m
Houston Hobby
Mon 9/7
6:15 am-11:55 am
1 stop7h 40m
$423
Quickest round-trip
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - IAH
SBAIAH
Santa Barbara
Sat 8/29
2:01 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop6h 44m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Fri 9/4
6:46 pm-9:56 pm
1 stop5h 10m
$432
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - HOU
SBAHOU
Santa Barbara
Tue 11/3
12:00 pm-8:40 pm
2 stops6h 40m
Houston Hobby
Mon 11/9
7:55 am-1:15 pm
2 stops7h 20m
$433
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston (average of $386). Flying from Santa Barbara to Houston in August is currently the most expensive (average of $976). 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 August 4, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with 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.
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentFERNANDO,Sep 2024
YYC - IAH
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentFERNANDO,Sep 2024
YYC - IAH
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentFERNANDO,Sep 2024
YYC - IAH
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$326 | Average$533 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$366 | Average$495 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |