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$295+ Cheap flights from Houston to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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HOU — SBA
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sun 1/25
Sun 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Santa Barbara

Best flights from Houston to Santa Barbara
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 December 26, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 2/147:15 amIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Wed 2/1812:40 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/24$295
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Sat 1/177:17 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop20h 36mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/267:20 amSBA - IAH
1 stop7h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/25$310
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 3/286:00 amIAH - SBA
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/3110:12 amSBA - IAH
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/25$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/145:00 amIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/182:20 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$370
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Sat 2/73:15 pmHOU - SBA
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Mon 2/93:10 pmSBA - HOU
2 stops7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/23$371
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 2/197:15 amIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Tue 2/2412:40 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/24$344
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/77:00 amIAH - SBA
1 stop8h 53mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/97:20 amSBA - IAH
1 stop7h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/23$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 3/286:00 amHOU - SBA
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/3112:38 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/25$367
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 2/137:55 pmHOU - SBA
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Tue 2/175:35 amSBA - HOU
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/24$377
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 2/147:15 amIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Sun 2/155:40 amSBA - IAH
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/24$361
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 2/205:40 amHOU - SBA
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Mon 2/233:10 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/24$394
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 2/1211:34 amIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Wed 2/1812:40 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/24$361
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 2/147:15 amIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Tue 2/1712:40 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Deal found 12/24$381
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 1/1712:25 pmHOU - SBA
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Mon 1/2611:20 amSBA - HOU
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/25$424

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 December 26, 2025.

Round-trip from

$295
(Delta)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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Average price

$461
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 December 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/14

7:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 40m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/18

12:40 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$295

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/17

7:17 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop20h 36m

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/26

7:20 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$310

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/19

7:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 40m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/24

12:40 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$344

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/28

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 48m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/31

10:12 am-5:46 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$355

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/7

7:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/9

7:20 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$358

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/14

7:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 40m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/15

5:40 am-1:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$361

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/12

11:34 am-4:14 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/18

12:40 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$361

HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

Sat 3/28

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 48m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/31

12:38 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$367

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/14

5:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop6h 50m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/18

2:20 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$370

HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/7

3:15 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/9

3:10 pm-12:10 am

2 stops7h 00m

$371

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/24

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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 $62). 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 December 26, 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 December 26, 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
4,258 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,258 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
9,115 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
11,061 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 40m. 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 $224, United Airlines will fly you from Houston to Santa Barbara and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $284 and $340, respectively. United Airlines is currently priced 52% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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 $62). 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 December 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$224Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$284Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$340Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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