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Cheap flights from Houston to Los Angeles from $202

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United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:17 am
IAH
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SBA
5h 17m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:58 pm - 10:52 pm
SBA
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IAH
6h 54m
1 stop
$398United Airlines
Tue, Jun 23 - Tue, Jul 7
American Airlines Logo
11:19 am - 9:59 pm
IAH
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SBA
12h 40m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:44 pm
SBA
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IAH
5h 44m
1 stop
$408American Airlines
Tue, Jun 23 - Tue, Jul 7
American Airlines Logo
6:02 am - 11:54 am
IAH
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SBA
7h 52m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:32 pm
SBA
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IAH
5h 32m
1 stop
$414American Airlines
Sat, Jun 27 - Tue, Jun 30
American Airlines Logo
2:04 pm - 9:59 pm
IAH
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SBA
9h 55m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:32 pm
SBA
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IAH
5h 32m
1 stop
$419American Airlines
Sat, Jun 27 - Tue, Jun 30
American Airlines Logo
6:03 am - 11:54 am
HOU
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SBA
7h 51m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:10 pm
SBA
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HOU
10h 10m
2 stops
$420American Airlines
Sat, Jun 27 - Tue, Jun 30
Southwest Logo
4:30 pm - 10:25 pm
HOU
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SBA
7h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:00 pm - 12:55 am
SBA
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HOU
4h 55m
1 stop
$424Southwest
Tue, Jun 9 - Mon, Jun 15
American Airlines Logo
2:22 pm - 6:35 pm
IAH
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SBA
6h 13m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:32 pm
SBA
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IAH
5h 32m
1 stop
$425American Airlines
Fri, Jun 26 - Tue, Jun 30
Southwest Logo
4:30 pm - 11:20 pm
HOU
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SBA
8h 50m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:00 pm - 12:55 am
SBA
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HOU
4h 55m
1 stop
$429Southwest
Tue, Jun 9 - Mon, Jun 15
United Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 11:53 am
IAH
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SBA
6h 33m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 10:45 pm
SBA
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IAH
6h 50m
1 stop
$440United Airlines
Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17
Delta Logo
7:50 am - 12:18 pm
IAH
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SBA
6h 28m
1 stop
Delta Logo
12:45 pm - 9:38 pm
SBA
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IAH
6h 53m
1 stop
$445Delta
Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15

Delta flights from Houston to Santa Barbara

Our best Delta deals on Houston to Santa Barbara flight tickets
Delta
Sep 9
IAH7:50 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 28m
1 stop
SBA12:18 pmSanta Barbara
Sep 15
SBA12:45 pmSanta Barbara
6h 53m
1 stop
IAH9:38 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$445
Delta
Aug 13
IAH7:30 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 30m
1 stop
SBA12:00 pmSanta Barbara
Aug 17
SBA5:44 amSanta Barbara
13h 52m
2 stops
IAH9:36 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$450
Delta
Sep 10
IAH7:50 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 28m
1 stop
SBA12:18 pmSanta Barbara
Sep 15
SBA12:45 pmSanta Barbara
6h 53m
1 stop
IAH9:38 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$456

United Airlines flights from Houston to Santa Barbara

Our best United Airlines deals on Houston to Santa Barbara flight tickets
United Airlines
Jun 23
IAH6:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
5h 17m
1 stop
SBA9:17 amSanta Barbara
Jul 7
SBA1:58 pmSanta Barbara
6h 54m
1 stop
IAH10:52 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$398
United Airlines
Aug 13
IAH7:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 33m
1 stop
SBA11:53 amSanta Barbara
Aug 17
SBA1:55 pmSanta Barbara
6h 50m
1 stop
IAH10:45 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$440
United Airlines
Jun 2
IAH3:00 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
7h 55m
1 stop
SBA8:55 pmSanta Barbara
Jun 3
SBA4:03 pmSanta Barbara
6h 56m
1 stop
IAH12:59 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
$473

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HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/23

6:00 am-9:17 am

1 stop5h 17m

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/7

1:58 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$398

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/23

11:19 am-9:59 pm

2 stops12h 40m

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/7

6:00 am-1:44 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$408

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 6/27

6:02 am-11:54 am

1 stop7h 52m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/30

6:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$414

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 6/27

2:04 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/30

6:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$419

HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

Sat 6/27

6:03 am-11:54 am

1 stop7h 51m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/30

6:00 am-6:10 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$420

HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

Tue 6/9

4:30 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/15

6:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

$424
Quickest round-trip

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 6/26

2:22 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/30

6:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$425

HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

Tue 6/9

4:30 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/15

6:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop4h 55m

$429

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/13

7:20 am-11:53 am

1 stop6h 33m

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/17

1:55 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$440

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/9

7:50 am-12:18 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/15

12:45 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$445

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Houston and Santa Barbara?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Houston, with most prices found around $284. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of October, then departing from Houston during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $298.

Cheap Houston to Santa Barbara flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Houston to Santa Barbara

Fastest flight time

5h 17m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Houston to Santa Barbara takes 5h 17m
There are no direct flights from Houston to Santa Barbara. There are no popular flight routes from Houston to Santa Barbara.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Houston to Santa Barbara

  • How far is Houston to Santa Barbara by plane?

    Santa Barbara is 1455.6 mi away from Houston. Flights usually cover this in 5h 17m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to Santa Barbara Airport?

    Prices for flights from Houston to Santa Barbara Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to Santa Barbara Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to Santa Barbara Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Houston to Santa Barbara Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Barbara Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Santa Barbara Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Santa Barbara Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Houston to Santa Barbara

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom $224Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,694 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $284Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,666 reviews
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