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$149+ 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 12/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SBA
nov. 22 — nov. 291
sáb. 11/22
sáb. 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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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 octubre 23, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
sáb. 12/68:30 amIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/92:10 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$225
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
sáb. 12/62:32 pmHOU - SBA
1 stop8h 02mDelta
sáb. 12/138:25 amSBA - HOU
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Deal found 10/21$225
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
sáb. 12/62:22 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
mar. 12/96:10 amSBA - IAH
2 stops9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/21$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
jue. 12/257:26 amIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
mar. 1/612:52 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/22$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
jue. 12/255:40 amHOU - SBA
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
mar. 1/66:00 amSBA - HOU
2 stops10h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/22$286
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
jue. 12/255:55 amHOU - SBA
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
mar. 1/63:00 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 10/22$306
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
mié. 11/125:51 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop28h 01mAlaska Airlines
mié. 11/197:23 amSBA - IAH
1 stop7h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/22$326
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
mié. 11/1211:46 amIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 23mDelta
mié. 11/194:59 pmSBA - IAH
2 stops13h 44mDelta
Deal found 10/22$332
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
mié. 12/244:25 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop9h 33mUnited Airlines
mar. 1/62:17 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop8h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/22$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
jue. 12/255:15 amIAH - SBA
1 stop8h 44mUnited Airlines
lun. 1/55:06 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop10h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/22$365
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
mié. 12/246:45 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
lun. 1/55:06 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop10h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/22$397
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
lun. 12/18:20 pmHOU - SBA
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
mié. 12/102:55 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 10/23$431

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 octubre 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$225
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(Southwest)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$488
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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 octubre 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Price

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sáb. 12/6

8:30 am-1:08 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Santa Barbara

mar. 12/9

2:10 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$225

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sáb. 12/6

6:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop7h 40m

Santa Barbara

mar. 12/9

1:10 pm-8:06 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$225

HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

sáb. 12/6

2:32 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Santa Barbara

sáb. 12/13

8:25 am-5:33 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$225

HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

sáb. 12/6

5:44 am-11:40 am

1 stop7h 56m

Santa Barbara

mar. 12/9

12:30 pm-8:18 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$225

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 12/25

7:26 am-11:35 am

1 stop6h 09m

Santa Barbara

mar. 1/6

12:52 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$237

HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

jue. 12/25

5:40 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 55m

Santa Barbara

mar. 1/6

6:00 am-6:06 pm

2 stops10h 06m

$286

HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

jue. 12/25

5:55 am-2:20 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Santa Barbara

mar. 1/6

3:00 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$306

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 11/12

5:51 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop28h 01m

Santa Barbara

mié. 11/19

7:23 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$326

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 11/12

11:46 am-4:09 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Santa Barbara

mié. 11/19

4:59 pm-8:43 am

2 stops13h 44m

$332

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 12/24

4:25 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Santa Barbara

mar. 1/6

2:17 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 42m

$344

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Santa Barbara (average of $61). Flying from Houston to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $88). 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 octubre 23, 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 in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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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 octubre 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Santa Barbara, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,236 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
8,995 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,033 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 3 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 6h 38m. 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 United Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $311 and $376, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 40% 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 Southwest ($149), American Airlines ($157), and Delta ($222).

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Santa Barbara (average of $61). Flying from Houston to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $88). 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 3 airlines flying from Houston to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 3 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 octubre 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$284Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$311Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$376Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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