$182+ 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — HOU
Jul 15 — Jul 221
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 June 15, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/86:00 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 36m
American Airlines
Wed 7/152:25 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/14![American Airlines logo]()
$363
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/252:01 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Wed 8/267:20 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11![United Airlines logo]()
$384
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 8/66:33 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 02m
American Airlines
Wed 8/123:05 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop4h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/14![American Airlines logo]()
$389
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 9/311:30 am
SBA
- HOU
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Mon 9/76:15 am
HOU
- SBA
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/15![Southwest logo]()
$413
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/64:40 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Wed 8/123:20 pm
HOU
- SBA
1 stop9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/14![Southwest logo]()
$415
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/86:00 am
SBA
- HOU
2 stops11h 57m
American Airlines
Wed 7/159:36 am
HOU
- SBA
2 stops10h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11![American Airlines logo]()
$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/65:50 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Wed 8/127:20 am
IAH
- SBA
2 stops10h 47m
Delta
Deal found 6/14![Delta logo]()
$420
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Mon 7/276:00 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 44m
American Airlines
Wed 7/292:25 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/13![American Airlines logo]()
$435
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 8/19:45 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 14m
American Airlines
Sat 8/83:05 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop4h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/14![American Airlines logo]()
$440
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/236:00 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Mon 7/276:25 pm
HOU
- SBA
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11![Southwest logo]()
$467
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/305:05 am
SBA
- HOU
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Mon 7/65:30 am
HOU
- SBA
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/14![Southwest logo]()
$519
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 June 15, 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 June 15, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/252:01 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Wed 8/267:20 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11![United Airlines logo]()
$384
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 9/311:30 am
SBA
- HOU
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Mon 9/76:15 am
HOU
- SBA
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/15![Southwest logo]()
$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/86:00 am
SBA
- HOU
2 stops11h 57m
American Airlines
Wed 7/159:36 am
HOU
- SBA
2 stops10h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11![American Airlines logo]()
$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/65:50 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 47m
Delta
Wed 8/127:20 am
IAH
- SBA
2 stops10h 47m
Delta
Deal found 6/14![Delta logo]()
$420
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/64:40 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Wed 8/123:20 pm
HOU
- SBA
1 stop9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/14![Southwest logo]()
$415
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Mon 7/276:00 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 44m
American Airlines
Wed 7/292:25 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/13![American Airlines logo]()
$435
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/76:00 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 40m
United Airlines
Wed 7/86:00 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop5h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12![United Airlines logo]()
$453
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 9/312:15 pm
SBA
- IAH
2 stops9h 44m
American Airlines
Mon 9/75:00 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop8h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/15![American Airlines logo]()
$445
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/236:00 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Mon 7/276:25 pm
HOU
- SBA
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11![Southwest logo]()
$467
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Tue 6/306:00 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 32m
American Airlines
Mon 7/65:39 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/13![American Airlines logo]()
$455
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/1311:20 am
SBA
- HOU
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Sun 7/194:50 pm
HOU
- SBA
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/14![Southwest logo]()
$522
Last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to HoustonDiscover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to Houston. Data last updated June 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to Houston. Data last updated June 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Tue 6/306:00 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 32m
American Airlines
Mon 7/65:39 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/13![American Airlines logo]()
$455
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/305:05 am
SBA
- HOU
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Mon 7/65:30 am
HOU
- SBA
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/14![Southwest logo]()
$519
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/76:00 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 40m
United Airlines
Wed 7/86:00 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop5h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12![United Airlines logo]()
$453
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/86:00 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 36m
American Airlines
Wed 7/152:25 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/14![American Airlines logo]()
$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/86:00 am
SBA
- HOU
2 stops11h 57m
American Airlines
Wed 7/159:36 am
HOU
- SBA
2 stops10h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11![American Airlines logo]()
$419
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/1311:20 am
SBA
- HOU
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Sun 7/194:50 pm
HOU
- SBA
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/14![Southwest logo]()
$522
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/236:00 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Mon 7/276:25 pm
HOU
- SBA
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/11![Southwest logo]()
$467
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Mon 7/276:00 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 44m
American Airlines
Wed 7/292:25 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/13![American Airlines logo]()
$435
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 June 15, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Houston. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 15, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/112:20 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/12![American Airlines logo]()
$182
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/110:55 am
SBA
- HOU
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/12![Southwest logo]()
$182
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 9/15:50 am
SBA
- IAH
2 stops12h 18m
Delta
Deal found 6/12![Delta logo]()
$187
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/16:33 am
SBA
- HOU
2 stops9h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/12![American Airlines logo]()
$187
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/317:24 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop19h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$212
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Mon 7/139:45 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/13![American Airlines logo]()
$233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/138:24 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/12![United Airlines logo]()
$234
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Mon 7/136:00 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/13![Southwest logo]()
$234
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/315:50 am
SBA
- IAH
2 stops13h 46m
Delta
Deal found 6/12![Delta logo]()
$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Mon 8/3112:30 pm
SBA
- HOU
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/12![Southwest logo]()
$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 8/91:25 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop9h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 6/12![Southwest logo]()
$249
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 8/96:00 am
SBA
- IAH
2 stops28h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$256
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 June 15, 2026.
Round-trip from | $363 (American Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $182 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | September |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $459 |
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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 June 15, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - IAH
SBAIAH
Santa Barbara
Tue 8/25
2:01 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop6h 44m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Wed 8/26
7:20 am-11:58 am
1 stop6h 38m
$384
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - HOU
SBAHOU
Santa Barbara
Thu 9/3
11:30 am-9:45 pm
1 stop8h 15m
Houston Hobby
Mon 9/7
6:15 am-11:55 am
1 stop7h 40m
$413
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - HOU
SBAHOU
Santa Barbara
Thu 8/6
4:40 pm-12:30 am
1 stop5h 50m
Houston Hobby
Wed 8/12
3:20 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop9h 10m
$415
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - HOU
SBAHOU
Santa Barbara
Wed 7/8
6:00 am-7:57 pm
2 stops11h 57m
Houston Hobby
Wed 7/15
9:36 am-6:33 pm
2 stops10h 57m
$419
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - IAH
SBAIAH
Santa Barbara
Thu 8/6
5:50 am-1:37 pm
1 stop5h 47m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Wed 8/12
7:20 am-4:07 pm
2 stops10h 47m
$420
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - IAH
SBAIAH
Santa Barbara
Mon 7/27
6:00 am-1:44 pm
1 stop5h 44m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Wed 7/29
2:25 pm-6:33 pm
1 stop6h 08m
$435
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - IAH
SBAIAH
Santa Barbara
Thu 9/3
12:15 pm-11:59 pm
2 stops9h 44m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Mon 9/7
5:00 am-11:30 am
1 stop8h 30m
$445
Quickest round-trip
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - IAH
SBAIAH
Santa Barbara
Tue 7/7
6:00 am-1:40 pm
1 stop5h 40m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Wed 7/8
6:00 am-9:17 am
1 stop5h 17m
$453
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - IAH
SBAIAH
Santa Barbara
Tue 6/30
6:00 am-1:32 pm
1 stop5h 32m
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Mon 7/6
5:39 pm-9:58 pm
1 stop6h 19m
$455
Santa BarbaraHouston
SBA - HOU
SBAHOU
Santa Barbara
Thu 7/23
6:00 pm-12:55 am
1 stop4h 55m
Houston Hobby
Mon 7/27
6:25 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop7h 10m
$467
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston (average of $218). Flying from Santa Barbara to Houston in September is currently the most expensive (average of $617). 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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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 June 15, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$218 | Average$342 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$316 | Average$423 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$350 | Average$495 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |