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$184+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAH — SBA
May 2 — May 91
Sat 5/2
Sat 5/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/197:20 am
IAH
-
SBA
1 stop6h 47m
United Airlines
Wed 5/202:17 pm
SBA
-
IAH
1 stop6h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/1$352
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1912:05 pm
IAH
-
SBA
1 stop5h 54m
Delta
Wed 5/2012:35 pm
SBA
-
IAH
1 stop7h 42m
Delta
Deal found 3/30$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/2510:00 am
IAH
-
SBA
1 stop7h 30m
United Airlines
Tue 4/282:16 pm
SBA
-
IAH
1 stop6h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/1$372
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/197:20 am
IAH
-
SBA
2 stops10h 21m
American Airlines
Wed 5/206:27 am
SBA
-
IAH
2 stops11h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/31$378
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/255:00 am
IAH
-
SBA
2 stops8h 56m
American Airlines
Tue 4/284:11 pm
SBA
-
IAH
1 stop5h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/1$382
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/257:17 am
IAH
-
SBA
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Mon 4/272:16 pm
SBA
-
IAH
1 stop6h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$396
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/256:25 pm
IAH
-
SBA
1 stop6h 54m
American Airlines
Mon 4/277:13 pm
SBA
-
IAH
2 stops12h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/31$406
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sat 4/256:25 am
IAH
-
SBA
2 stops11h 48m
Delta
Tue 4/284:53 pm
SBA
-
IAH
2 stops13h 49m
Delta
Deal found 4/1$407

Find flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to Santa Barbara (SBA). 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 April 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$352
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$184
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$217
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/19

12:05 pm-3:59 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/20

12:35 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$357

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/7

2:50 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-3:03 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$436

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/12

2:49 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/16

2:17 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$442

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/9

10:00 am-3:33 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/12

2:17 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$442

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/28

12:25 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops13h 33m

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/29

2:16 pm-12:57 am

1 stop8h 41m

$498
Cheapest one-way

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/13

6:15 am-3:59 pm

2 stops11h 44m

$184

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/13

8:20 am-3:34 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$224

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 7/11

6:30 am-4:04 pm

2 stops11h 34m

$228
Quickest one-way

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 7/10

6:38 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$234

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 7/10

7:10 am-4:04 pm

2 stops10h 54m

$249

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Deals found on 3/28

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Santa Barbara in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Santa Barbara 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Santa Barbara

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $58). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Santa Barbara in March 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 Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. 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 Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated April 2, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Santa Barbara have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,534 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,534 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,534 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,552 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,534 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from George Bush Intcntl to Santa Barbara. 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 into for flights to Santa Barbara from Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    Most people fly into Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight to Santa Barbara from Houston George Bush Intcntl. On average, Santa Barbara has 0 inbound flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl per day from 2 airlines. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

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

    For as low as $357, Delta can have you in Santa Barbara from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in 5h 54m. The distance between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and Santa Barbara is about 1460 mi.

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

    United Airlines, at $224, was found to be the cheapest airline from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Santa Barbara. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be American Airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from George Bush Intcntl to Santa Barbara?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Santa Barbara 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $58). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Santa Barbara in March 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 George Bush Intcntl to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from George Bush Intcntl to Santa Barbara. 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 April 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$224Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$284Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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