$182+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SBA
Jul 20 — Jul 271
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Santa BarbaraExplore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 20, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 20, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 8/117:20 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 8/152:01 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18![United Airlines logo]()
$383
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 8/47:00 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 47m
American Airlines
Sat 8/86:33 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/18![American Airlines logo]()
$388
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 9/86:10 pm
HOU
- SBA
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Thu 9/1011:30 am
SBA
- HOU
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/18![Southwest logo]()
$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 7/12:04 pm
IAH
- SBA
2 stops9h 55m
American Airlines
Sat 7/49:45 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/19![American Airlines logo]()
$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 9/87:20 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 38m
United Airlines
Fri 9/112:01 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18![United Airlines logo]()
$410
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 10/158:36 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop8h 33m
American Airlines
Mon 10/191:11 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop8h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/20![American Airlines logo]()
$413
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 9/36:15 am
HOU
- SBA
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Sun 9/612:10 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17![Southwest logo]()
$413
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 9/86:50 am
HOU
- SBA
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Fri 9/114:40 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/18![Southwest logo]()
$415
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 9/811:28 am
IAH
- SBA
2 stops8h 35m
American Airlines
Fri 9/1112:25 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop8h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/18![American Airlines logo]()
$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 8/286:46 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 8/312:01 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18![United Airlines logo]()
$435
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 8/282:34 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop21h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/317:24 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop19h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$440
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.
Sun 8/96:00 am
HOU
- SBA
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Thu 8/134:40 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/15![Southwest logo]()
$440
Best flights from Houston to Santa BarbaraDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Houston to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 20, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Houston to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 20, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 8/117:20 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 8/152:01 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18![United Airlines logo]()
$383
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 9/86:10 pm
HOU
- SBA
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Thu 9/1011:30 am
SBA
- HOU
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/18![Southwest logo]()
$388
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.
Mon 11/232:24 pm
IAH
- SBA
2 stops9h 44m
American Airlines
Thu 11/261:13 pm
SBA
- IAH
2 stops8h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/15![American Airlines logo]()
$450
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 8/282:34 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop21h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/313:26 pm
SBA
- IAH
2 stops23h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$456
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Fri 10/28:05 am
IAH
- SBA
2 stops10h 04m
Delta
Sun 10/45:52 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 37m
Delta
Deal found 6/18![Delta logo]()
$472
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/239:40 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop5h 52m
United Airlines
Thu 11/261:57 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15![United Airlines logo]()
$408
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.
Mon 8/106:05 pm
HOU
- SBA
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Fri 8/1411:30 am
SBA
- HOU
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 6/15![Southwest logo]()
$440
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 8/286:15 am
HOU
- SBA
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Mon 8/314:40 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/18![Southwest logo]()
$440
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/179:40 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop5h 52m
United Airlines
Wed 11/181:57 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15![United Airlines logo]()
$448
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 9/14:27 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 36m
United Airlines
Wed 9/22:01 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18![United Airlines logo]()
$448
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.
Sun 8/96:25 pm
HOU
- SBA
2 stops6h 50m
Southwest
Thu 8/1312:30 pm
SBA
- HOU
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/15![Southwest logo]()
$470
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/245:30 pm
HOU
- SBA
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Mon 7/276:00 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/16![Southwest logo]()
$472
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.
Sun 8/911:55 am
HOU
- SBA
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Fri 8/1412:30 pm
SBA
- HOU
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/15![Southwest logo]()
$472
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Sat 7/185:10 pm
HOU
- SBA
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Mon 7/206:00 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19![Southwest logo]()
$492
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 9/36:30 am
HOU
- SBA
2 stops7h 25m
Southwest
Sun 9/612:10 pm
SBA
- HOU
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17![Southwest logo]()
$493
Last-minute flights from Houston to Santa BarbaraDiscover last-minute flight deals from Houston to Santa Barbara. Data last updated June 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Houston to Santa Barbara. Data last updated June 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 6/304:30 pm
HOU
- SBA
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Sat 7/45:25 am
SBA
- HOU
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19![Southwest logo]()
$496
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 7/12:04 pm
IAH
- SBA
2 stops9h 55m
American Airlines
Sat 7/49:45 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/19![American Airlines logo]()
$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/48:30 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 32m
United Airlines
Wed 7/81:58 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18![United Airlines logo]()
$490
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/72:25 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop5h 52m
American Airlines
Wed 7/156:00 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/18![American Airlines logo]()
$475
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/168:15 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop5h 29m
United Airlines
Thu 7/231:58 pm
SBA
- IAH
1 stop6h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18![United Airlines logo]()
$482
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/165:39 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 19m
American Airlines
Thu 7/2312:16 pm
SBA
- IAH
2 stops9h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/18![American Airlines logo]()
$492
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/169:25 am
HOU
- SBA
2 stops10h 00m
Southwest
Thu 7/236:00 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/18![Southwest logo]()
$518
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 7/175:39 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 19m
American Airlines
Sun 7/196:00 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/17![American Airlines logo]()
$467
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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.
Sat 7/185:10 pm
HOU
- SBA
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Mon 7/206:00 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/19![Southwest logo]()
$492
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/242:45 pm
HOU
- SBA
1 stop9h 45m
Southwest
Mon 7/276:00 pm
SBA
- HOU
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/18![Southwest logo]()
$472
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 7/242:25 pm
IAH
- SBA
1 stop6h 08m
American Airlines
Sun 7/266:00 am
SBA
- IAH
1 stop5h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/19![American Airlines logo]()
$487
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/2410:18 am
HOU
- SBA
2 stops10h 15m
American Airlines
Mon 7/2712:16 pm
SBA
- HOU
2 stops9h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/18![American Airlines logo]()
$509
One-way flights from Houston to Santa BarbaraSearch for one-way flight options from Houston to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 20, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Houston to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 20, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 8/55:00 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop8h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/16![American Airlines logo]()
$182
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 8/55:41 am
HOU
- SBA
1 stop7h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/16![American Airlines logo]()
$182
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 8/54:30 pm
HOU
- SBA
2 stops8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 6/16![Southwest logo]()
$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/58:55 pm
IAH
- SBA
3 stops28h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$494
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/15:22 am
IAH
- SBA
1 stop8h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$515
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/15:01 am
IAH
- SBA
2 stops8h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/16![American Airlines logo]()
$735
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/55:20 pm
HOU
- SBA
3 stops42h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$798
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/17:02 am
IAH
- SBA
3 stops42h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,566
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/78:55 pm
IAH
- SBA
3 stops23h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,923
Find flight deals from Houston to Santa Barbara
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 June 20, 2026.
Round-trip from | $383 (United Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $182 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $484 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Santa Barbara 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 20, 2026.
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HoustonSanta Barbara
IAH - SBA
IAHSBA
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Tue 8/11
7:20 am-11:57 am
1 stop6h 37m
Santa Barbara
Sat 8/15
2:01 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop6h 44m
$383
HoustonSanta Barbara
HOU - SBA
HOUSBA
Houston Hobby
Tue 9/8
6:10 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop6h 20m
Santa Barbara
Thu 9/10
11:30 am-8:10 pm
1 stop6h 40m
$388
HoustonSanta Barbara
IAH - SBA
IAHSBA
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Mon 11/23
9:40 am-1:32 pm
1 stop5h 52m
Santa Barbara
Thu 11/26
1:57 pm-10:51 pm
1 stop6h 54m
$408
HoustonSanta Barbara
HOU - SBA
HOUSBA
Houston Hobby
Mon 8/10
6:05 pm-10:10 pm
1 stop6h 05m
Santa Barbara
Fri 8/14
11:30 am-9:45 pm
1 stop8h 15m
$440
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HoustonSanta Barbara
HOU - SBA
HOUSBA
Houston Hobby
Fri 8/28
6:15 am-10:50 am
1 stop6h 35m
Santa Barbara
Mon 8/31
4:40 pm-12:30 am
1 stop5h 50m
$440
HoustonSanta Barbara
IAH - SBA
IAHSBA
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Tue 11/17
9:40 am-1:32 pm
1 stop5h 52m
Santa Barbara
Wed 11/18
1:57 pm-10:51 pm
1 stop6h 54m
$448
HoustonSanta Barbara
IAH - SBA
IAHSBA
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Tue 9/1
4:27 pm-9:03 pm
1 stop6h 36m
Santa Barbara
Wed 9/2
2:01 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop6h 44m
$448
HoustonSanta Barbara
IAH - SBA
IAHSBA
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Mon 11/23
2:24 pm-10:08 pm
2 stops9h 44m
Santa Barbara
Thu 11/26
1:13 pm-11:51 pm
2 stops8h 38m
$450
HoustonSanta Barbara
IAH - SBA
IAHSBA
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Fri 8/28
2:34 pm-10:05 am
1 stop21h 31m
Santa Barbara
Mon 8/31
3:26 pm-5:13 pm
2 stops23h 47m
$456
HoustonSanta Barbara
HOU - SBA
HOUSBA
Houston Hobby
Sun 8/9
6:25 pm-11:15 pm
2 stops6h 50m
Santa Barbara
Thu 8/13
12:30 pm-10:25 pm
2 stops7h 55m
$470
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Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Santa Barbara, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
7.4
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
Overall
7.4
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
Overall
7.4
Food
6.6
Crew
8.1
Boarding
7.7
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$220 | Average$524 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$284 | Average$498 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |