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Cheap flights from Houston to Los Angeles from $363

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Houston to Los Angeles departing on 9/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Southwest Logo
5:00 pm - 9:10 pm
HOU
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SBA
6h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
10:55 am - 5:35 pm
SBA
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HOU
4h 40m
1 stop
$363Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
American Airlines Logo
9:37 am - 6:03 pm
HOU
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SBA
10h 26m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 7:48 pm
SBA
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HOU
5h 23m
1 stop
$368American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
American Airlines Logo
12:14 pm - 6:03 pm
HOU
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SBA
7h 49m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 7:48 pm
SBA
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HOU
8h 03m
2 stops
$374American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
United Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 11:57 am
IAH
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SBA
6h 37m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:01 pm - 10:45 pm
SBA
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IAH
6h 44m
1 stop
$383United Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Sat, Aug 15
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:47 am
IAH
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SBA
6h 47m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:33 am - 2:35 pm
SBA
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IAH
6h 02m
1 stop
$388American Airlines
Tue, Aug 4 - Sat, Aug 8
Southwest Logo
6:10 pm - 10:30 pm
HOU
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SBA
6h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:30 am - 8:10 pm
SBA
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HOU
6h 40m
1 stop
$388Southwest
Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 10
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:47 am
IAH
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SBA
6h 47m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:33 am - 6:44 pm
SBA
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IAH
10h 11m
2 stops
$393American Airlines
Tue, Aug 4 - Sat, Aug 8
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 9:20 pm
HOU
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SBA
5h 50m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
12:30 pm - 10:25 pm
SBA
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HOU
7h 55m
2 stops
$393Southwest
Tue, Sep 8 - Thu, Sep 10
American Airlines Logo
5:02 am - 11:46 am
IAH
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SBA
8h 44m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:33 am - 6:44 pm
SBA
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IAH
10h 11m
2 stops
$398American Airlines
Tue, Aug 4 - Sat, Aug 8
United Airlines Logo
6:05 pm - 10:45 pm
IAH
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SBA
6h 40m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:01 pm - 10:45 pm
SBA
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IAH
6h 44m
1 stop
$410United Airlines
Sat, Aug 8 - Fri, Aug 14

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Alaska Airlines flights from Houston to Santa Barbara

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Houston to Santa Barbara flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Aug 28
IAH2:34 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
21h 31m
1 stop
SBA10:05 amSanta Barbara
Aug 31
SBA7:24 pmSanta Barbara
19h 49m
1 stop
IAH5:13 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$440
Alaska Airlines
Aug 28
IAH2:34 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
21h 31m
1 stop
SBA10:05 amSanta Barbara
Aug 31
SBA3:26 pmSanta Barbara
23h 47m
2 stops
IAH5:13 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$456
Alaska Airlines
Aug 28
IAH2:34 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
21h 31m
1 stop
SBA10:05 amSanta Barbara
Aug 31
SBA3:26 pmSanta Barbara
23h 47m
2 stops
IAH5:13 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$470

United Airlines flights from Houston to Santa Barbara

Our best United Airlines deals on Houston to Santa Barbara flight tickets
United Airlines
Aug 11
IAH7:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 37m
1 stop
SBA11:57 amSanta Barbara
Aug 15
SBA2:01 pmSanta Barbara
6h 44m
1 stop
IAH10:45 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$383
United Airlines
Aug 8
IAH6:05 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 40m
1 stop
SBA10:45 pmSanta Barbara
Aug 14
SBA2:01 pmSanta Barbara
6h 44m
1 stop
IAH10:45 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$410
United Airlines
Aug 28
IAH6:46 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
5h 10m
1 stop
SBA9:56 pmSanta Barbara
Aug 31
SBA2:01 pmSanta Barbara
6h 44m
1 stop
IAH10:45 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
$435

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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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated June 21, 2026.
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HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/5

5:00 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/9

10:55 am-5:35 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$363

HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/5

9:37 am-6:03 pm

2 stops10h 26m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/9

12:25 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$368

HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/5

12:14 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops7h 49m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/9

9:45 am-7:48 pm

2 stops8h 03m

$374

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

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/4

7:00 am-11:47 am

1 stop6h 47m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/8

6:33 am-2:35 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$388

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

Tue 8/4

7:00 am-11:47 am

1 stop6h 47m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/8

6:33 am-6:44 pm

2 stops10h 11m

$393

HoustonSanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/8

5:30 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/10

12:30 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$393

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/4

5:02 am-11:46 am

2 stops8h 44m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/8

6:33 am-6:44 pm

2 stops10h 11m

$398

HoustonSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 8/8

6:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/14

2:01 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$410

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Houston, with most prices found around $0. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of May, then departing from Houston during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $0.

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 12m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Houston to Santa Barbara takes 5h 12m
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 12m, 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.

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  • 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 $220Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,868 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $284Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,722 reviews
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