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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Houston from $181

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Southwest Logo
1:05 pm - 1:40 am
SBA
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HOU
10h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:40 pm - 10:45 pm
HOU
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SBA
6h 05m
1 stop
$349Southwest
Sat, Mar 28 - Wed, Apr 1
Southwest Logo
1:05 pm - 1:40 am
SBA
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HOU
10h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
4:00 pm - 10:45 pm
HOU
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SBA
8h 45m
2 stops
$355Southwest
Sat, Mar 28 - Wed, Apr 1
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 12:55 pm
SBA
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HOU
5h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:25 pm - 10:30 pm
HOU
-
SBA
6h 05m
1 stop
$361Southwest
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 1:55 pm
SBA
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HOU
6h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
7:50 pm - 11:25 pm
HOU
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SBA
5h 35m
1 stop
$366Southwest
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 1:55 pm
SBA
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HOU
6h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:05 pm - 11:25 pm
HOU
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SBA
9h 20m
2 stops
$371Southwest
Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 11
Southwest Logo
6:40 pm - 4:45 am
SBA
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HOU
8h 05m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:35 pm - 10:45 pm
HOU
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SBA
8h 10m
2 stops
$387Southwest
Sat, Mar 28 - Wed, Apr 1
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 4:10 pm
SBA
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HOU
7h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 9:05 pm
HOU
-
SBA
8h 25m
2 stops
$389Southwest
Wed, Apr 8 - Sat, Apr 11
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6:20 am - 4:50 pm
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HOU
8h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:40 pm - 9:50 pm
HOU
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SBA
6h 10m
1 stop
$394Southwest
Mon, Mar 16 - Wed, Mar 18
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6:35 pm - 4:50 am
SBA
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HOU
8h 15m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 9:05 pm
HOU
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SBA
8h 25m
2 stops
$395Southwest
Wed, Apr 8 - Sat, Apr 11
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2:10 pm - 9:25 pm
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HOU
5h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:10 am - 7:05 pm
HOU
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SBA
12h 55m
1 stop
$402Southwest
Wed, Apr 8 - Sat, Apr 11

American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport

Our best American Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport flight tickets
American Airlines
Apr 1
SBA12:38 pmSanta Barbara
5h 12m
1 stop
HOU7:50 pmHouston Hobby
Apr 6
HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby
7h 48m
1 stop
SBA11:48 amSanta Barbara
$427
American Airlines
Apr 1
SBA12:38 pmSanta Barbara
5h 12m
1 stop
HOU7:50 pmHouston Hobby
Apr 6
HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby
7h 48m
1 stop
SBA11:48 amSanta Barbara
$444
American Airlines
Apr 1
SBA12:37 pmSanta Barbara
9h 21m
2 stops
HOU11:58 pmHouston Hobby
Apr 6
HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby
7h 48m
1 stop
SBA11:48 amSanta Barbara
$456

Southwest flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport

Our best Southwest deals on Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport flight tickets
Southwest
Mar 28
SBA1:05 pmSanta Barbara
10h 35m
1 stop
HOU1:40 amHouston Hobby
Apr 1
HOU6:40 pmHouston Hobby
6h 05m
1 stop
SBA10:45 pmSanta Barbara
$349
Southwest
Mar 28
SBA1:05 pmSanta Barbara
10h 35m
1 stop
HOU1:40 amHouston Hobby
Apr 1
HOU4:00 pmHouston Hobby
8h 45m
2 stops
SBA10:45 pmSanta Barbara
$355
Southwest
Apr 30
SBA5:20 amSanta Barbara
5h 35m
1 stop
HOU12:55 pmHouston Hobby
May 4
HOU6:25 pmHouston Hobby
6h 05m
1 stop
SBA10:30 pmSanta Barbara
$361

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport 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 February 14, 2026.
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Price

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/28

1:05 pm-1:40 am

1 stop10h 35m

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/1

6:40 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$349

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/28

1:05 pm-1:40 am

1 stop10h 35m

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/1

4:00 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$355

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/30

5:20 am-12:55 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/4

6:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$361

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/30

5:20 am-1:55 pm

2 stops6h 35m

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/4

7:50 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$366

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/7

5:20 am-1:55 pm

2 stops6h 35m

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/11

4:05 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$371

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/28

6:40 pm-4:45 am

2 stops8h 05m

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/1

4:35 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$387

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/8

6:40 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/11

2:40 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$389

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/16

6:20 am-4:50 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/18

5:40 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$394

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/8

6:35 pm-4:50 am

2 stops8h 15m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/11

2:40 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$395

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/8

2:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/11

8:10 am-7:05 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$402

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston Hobby Airport?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $316. The month of August is another great option to travel to Houston Hobby Airport, with average flight prices from Santa Barbara averaging around $364.

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

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Houston Hobby Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $337. 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 Hobby Airport on Sunday is $454.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Houston Hobby Airport is at noon. momondo users have found flights departing from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport at noon for as low as $234. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. 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.

Can stopping save me money on Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport flight.

How have Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport flights are approximately 21% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport (SBA to HOU) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

5h 05m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport takes 5h 05m
There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport.
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  • How far is Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby by plane?

    Houston Hobby is 1463.2 mi away from Santa Barbara. Typically, this will take 5h 05m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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

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

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

    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 Hobby Airport.

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

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

  • What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport?

Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport

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Rating
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SouthwestPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,285 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $316Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,295 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $334Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,296 reviews
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