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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Houston from $176

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American Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 8:24 pm
SBA
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IAH
5h 46m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:32 am - 11:48 am
IAH
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SBA
6h 16m
1 stop
$327American Airlines
Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 11
American Airlines Logo
6:19 am - 3:45 pm
SBA
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IAH
7h 26m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
7:32 am - 11:48 am
IAH
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SBA
6h 16m
1 stop
$332American Airlines
Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 11
United Airlines Logo
2:17 pm - 10:51 pm
SBA
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IAH
6h 34m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 12:07 pm
IAH
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SBA
6h 47m
1 stop
$339United Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Thu, May 7
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 2:20 pm
SBA
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HOU
5h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:25 pm - 10:30 pm
HOU
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SBA
6h 05m
1 stop
$344Southwest
Wed, May 6 - Thu, May 7
American Airlines Logo
4:41 pm - 11:56 pm
SBA
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IAH
5h 15m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
8:08 am - 11:57 am
IAH
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SBA
5h 49m
1 stop
$344American Airlines
Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 18
Southwest Logo
2:10 pm - 9:25 pm
SBA
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HOU
5h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:00 am - 3:35 pm
HOU
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SBA
9h 35m
2 stops
$349Southwest
Wed, May 6 - Thu, May 7
American Airlines Logo
4:41 pm - 11:56 pm
SBA
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IAH
5h 15m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:57 am
IAH
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SBA
8h 57m
2 stops
$349American Airlines
Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 18
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 4:10 pm
SBA
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HOU
8h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
8:00 am - 3:35 pm
HOU
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SBA
9h 35m
2 stops
$354Southwest
Wed, May 6 - Thu, May 7
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:17 pm - 5:21 am
SBA
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IAH
9h 04m
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Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 5:29 pm
IAH
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SBA
12h 29m
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$361Alaska Airlines
Wed, Apr 1 - Mon, Apr 6
American Airlines Logo
6:19 am - 3:45 pm
SBA
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IAH
7h 26m
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American Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 10:56 pm
IAH
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SBA
12h 36m
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$379American Airlines
Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 11

American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Houston

Our best American Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Houston flight tickets
American Airlines
Mar 10
SBA12:38 pmSanta Barbara
5h 46m
1 stop
IAH8:24 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Mar 11
IAH7:32 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 16m
1 stop
SBA11:48 amSanta Barbara
$327
American Airlines
Mar 10
SBA6:19 amSanta Barbara
7h 26m
2 stops
IAH3:45 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Mar 11
IAH7:32 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 16m
1 stop
SBA11:48 amSanta Barbara
$332
American Airlines
Mar 16
SBA4:41 pmSanta Barbara
5h 15m
1 stop
IAH11:56 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Mar 18
IAH8:08 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
5h 49m
1 stop
SBA11:57 amSanta Barbara
$344

Southwest flights from Santa Barbara to Houston

Our best Southwest deals on Santa Barbara to Houston flight tickets
Southwest
May 6
SBA6:40 amSanta Barbara
5h 40m
1 stop
HOU2:20 pmHouston Hobby
May 7
HOU6:25 pmHouston Hobby
6h 05m
1 stop
SBA10:30 pmSanta Barbara
$344
Southwest
May 6
SBA2:10 pmSanta Barbara
5h 15m
1 stop
HOU9:25 pmHouston Hobby
May 7
HOU8:00 amHouston Hobby
9h 35m
2 stops
SBA3:35 pmSanta Barbara
$349
Southwest
May 6
SBA5:30 amSanta Barbara
8h 40m
2 stops
HOU4:10 pmHouston Hobby
May 7
HOU8:00 amHouston Hobby
9h 35m
2 stops
SBA3:35 pmSanta Barbara
$354

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Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/10

12:38 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop5h 46m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/11

7:32 am-11:48 am

1 stop6h 16m

$327

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/10

6:19 am-3:45 pm

2 stops7h 26m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/11

7:32 am-11:48 am

1 stop6h 16m

$332

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

2:17 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/7

7:20 am-12:07 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$339

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

6:40 am-2:20 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/7

6:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$344

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/16

4:41 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/18

8:08 am-11:57 am

1 stop5h 49m

$344

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

2:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/7

8:00 am-3:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$349

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/16

4:41 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/18

5:00 am-11:57 am

2 stops8h 57m

$349

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

5:30 am-4:10 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/7

8:00 am-3:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$354

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/1

6:17 pm-5:21 am

1 stop9h 04m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 4/6

7:00 am-5:29 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$361

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/10

6:19 am-3:45 pm

2 stops7h 26m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/11

12:20 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops12h 36m

$379

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston from Santa Barbara, with most prices found around $316. The month of August is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from Santa Barbara averaging around $364.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Houston?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Houston from Santa Barbara is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $337. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Houston on Sunday is $454.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Houston?

Our data shows that the cheapest Santa Barbara to Houston flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Houston at noon for as low as $234. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $404. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Cheap Santa Barbara to Houston flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

5h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Houston takes 5h 40m
There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to Houston. There are no popular flight routes from Santa Barbara to Houston.
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  • How far is Santa Barbara to Houston by plane?

    Santa Barbara and Houston are 1455.6 mi apart from one another. 5h 40m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Barbara Airport to Houston.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Houston?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Houston 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 Houston. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Houston

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SouthwestPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,287 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $316Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,306 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $334Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,292 reviews
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