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$193+ 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 10/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SBA
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$239
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$193
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$382
From Houston to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Santa Barbara
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 September 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/154:45 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop7h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/224:00 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/157:00 amIAH - SBA
2 stops11h 11mDelta
Wed 10/2212:40 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 9/15$274
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:51 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop28h 01mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/27:23 amSBA - IAH
1 stop7h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$373
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/293:37 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/142:04 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop8h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$378
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/295:00 amIAH - SBA
2 stops9h 24mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/144:30 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop4h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 10/3110:07 amIAH - SBA
2 stops10h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/21:20 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$397
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 10/105:25 pmHOU - SBA
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Thu 10/234:55 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/17$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/156:00 amHOU - SBA
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/2212:24 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/197:20 amIAH - SBA
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/302:30 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$414
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/275:15 amIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/282:09 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop8h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/1510:07 amIAH - SBA
2 stops8h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/229:26 amSBA - IAH
2 stops7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$469
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/195:00 amIAH - SBA
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/296:10 amSBA - IAH
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$473

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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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Houston

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Santa Barbara

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HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/15

4:45 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/22

4:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$239

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/15

7:00 am-4:11 pm

2 stops11h 11m

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/22

12:40 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$274

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 10/31

5:51 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop28h 01m

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/2

7:23 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$373

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/29

3:37 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/14

2:04 pm-12:57 am

1 stop8h 53m

$378

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/29

5:00 am-12:24 pm

2 stops9h 24m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/14

4:30 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$388

HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-11:34 am

1 stop7h 34m

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/22

12:24 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$407

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/19

7:20 am-1:07 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/30

2:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$414

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 11/27

5:15 am-9:49 am

1 stop6h 34m

Santa Barbara

Fri 11/28

2:09 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 50m

$431

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/15

10:07 am-4:15 pm

2 stops8h 08m

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/22

9:26 am-7:03 pm

2 stops7h 37m

$469

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/19

5:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop8h 38m

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/29

6:10 am-1:23 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$473

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Houston to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Santa Barbara. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

When flying from Houston to Santa Barbara, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight in the morning.

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 September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Santa Barbara, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston to Santa Barbara. You should not have trouble finding flights to Santa Barbara from Houston; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Santa Barbara airport from Houston. It is only a 8.0 mi journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Santa Barbara’s city center.

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

    Departing from Houston to Santa Barbara will take you 7h 39m. The distance from Houston to Santa Barbara is about 1460 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $284, American Airlines will fly you from Houston to Santa Barbara and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $298 and $311, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Santa Barbara one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston to Santa Barbara are Delta ($193), United Airlines ($264), and American Airlines ($264).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston 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 to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Houston to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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 4 airlines flying from Houston to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$284Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$298Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$311Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$376Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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