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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Houston from $179

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United Airlines Logo
2:16 pm - 10:52 pm
SBA
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IAH
6h 36m
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United Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 12:07 pm
IAH
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SBA
6h 47m
1 stop
$372United Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2
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4:11 pm - 11:26 pm
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IAH
5h 15m
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American Airlines Logo
5:35 pm - 9:59 pm
IAH
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SBA
6h 24m
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$381American Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Thu, May 28
American Airlines Logo
1:02 pm - 8:20 pm
SBA
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IAH
5h 18m
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American Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 3:36 pm
IAH
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SBA
8h 46m
2 stops
$382American Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2
American Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 10:29 pm
SBA
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IAH
7h 32m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:55 am
IAH
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SBA
6h 55m
1 stop
$386American Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Thu, May 28
Delta Logo
5:45 am - 8:18 pm
SBA
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IAH
12h 33m
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Delta Logo
5:20 am - 4:13 pm
IAH
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SBA
12h 53m
2 stops
$387Delta
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2
American Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 11:59 pm
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IAH
9h 02m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:02 am - 11:55 am
IAH
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SBA
7h 53m
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$394American Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Thu, May 28
American Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 10:29 pm
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IAH
7h 32m
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American Airlines Logo
2:04 pm - 9:59 pm
IAH
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SBA
9h 55m
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$397American Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Thu, May 28
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6:27 am - 8:20 pm
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IAH
11h 53m
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American Airlines Logo
6:02 am - 11:55 am
IAH
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SBA
7h 53m
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$398American Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Thu, May 28
American Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 10:29 pm
SBA
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IAH
7h 32m
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American Airlines Logo
6:02 am - 11:55 am
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7h 53m
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$404American Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Thu, May 28
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7:25 pm - 6:23 am
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8h 58m
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5:57 pm - 1:19 pm
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21h 22m
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$405Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8

United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Apr 25
SBA2:16 pmSanta Barbara
6h 36m
1 stop
IAH10:52 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
May 2
IAH7:20 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 47m
1 stop
SBA12:07 pmSanta Barbara
$372
United Airlines
May 15
SBA2:17 pmSanta Barbara
6h 34m
1 stop
IAH10:51 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
May 18
IAH8:00 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
5h 44m
1 stop
SBA11:44 pmSanta Barbara
$431
United Airlines
Apr 28
SBA2:16 pmSanta Barbara
6h 36m
1 stop
IAH10:52 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
May 5
IAH4:40 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 23m
1 stop
SBA9:03 pmSanta Barbara
$442

Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jun 12
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
10h 05m
2 stops
IAH6:05 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Jun 15
IAH8:12 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
24h 26m
2 stops
SBA6:38 pmSanta Barbara
$566
Alaska Airlines
May 22
SBA2:00 pmSanta Barbara
21h 46m
1 stop
IAH1:46 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
May 25
IAH5:57 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
23h 20m
2 stops
SBA3:17 pmSanta Barbara
$664
Alaska Airlines
Apr 9
SBA6:17 pmSanta Barbara
9h 04m
1 stop
IAH5:21 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
Apr 11
IAH2:27 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
7h 28m
1 stop
SBA7:55 pmSanta Barbara
$877

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Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/25

2:16 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/2

7:20 am-12:07 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$372
Quickest round-trip

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/20

4:11 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/28

5:35 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$381

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/25

1:02 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/2

8:50 am-3:36 pm

2 stops8h 46m

$382

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/20

12:57 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops7h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/28

7:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

$386

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/25

5:45 am-8:18 pm

2 stops12h 33m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/2

5:20 am-4:13 pm

2 stops12h 53m

$387

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/20

12:57 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 02m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/28

6:02 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 53m

$394

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/20

12:57 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops7h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/28

2:04 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops9h 55m

$397

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/20

6:27 am-8:20 pm

2 stops11h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/28

6:02 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 53m

$398

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/20

12:57 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops7h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/28

6:02 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 53m

$404

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Thu 6/4

7:25 pm-6:23 am

1 stop8h 58m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/8

5:57 pm-1:19 pm

1 stop21h 22m

$405

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $316. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport on Monday is $427.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Our data shows that the cheapest Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport at noon for as low as $239. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $413. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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Fastest flight time

6h 34m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport takes 6h 34m
There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

  • How far is Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl by plane?

    Santa Barbara and Houston George Bush Intcntl are 1451.9 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 6h 34m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport refresh daily.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Barbara Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $339Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,541 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

    United Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport, operating 3 flights/week on average for this route. A good United Airlines flight deal for Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport starts from $339 round-trip, up to an average price of $481. Our users have rated United Airlines at 7.4/10.

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