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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Houston from $172

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American Airlines Logo
12:24 pm - 10:14 pmSBA-HOU
7h 50m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:38 amHOU-SBA
7h 38m1 stop
$377American Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 9
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 5:10 pmSBA-HOU
9h 35m2 stops
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7:50 pm - 11:25 pmHOU-SBA
5h 35m1 stop
$382Southwest
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Sat, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 9
American Airlines Logo
1:13 pm - 11:57 pmSBA-HOU
8h 44m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:38 amHOU-SBA
7h 38m1 stop
$385American Airlines
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Sat, Nov 22 - Tue, Nov 25
Southwest Logo
10:25 am - 9:25 pmSBA-HOU
9h 00m2 stops
Southwest Logo
7:55 pm - 11:30 pmHOU-SBA
5h 35m1 stop
$390Southwest
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Thu, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 16
American Airlines Logo
12:41 pm - 8:03 pmSBA-HOU
5h 22m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:04 am - 11:43 amHOU-SBA
7h 39m1 stop
$397American Airlines
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Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Feb 25
American Airlines Logo
1:13 pm - 11:40 pmSBA-HOU
8h 27m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
6:04 am - 11:43 amHOU-SBA
7h 39m1 stop
$402American Airlines
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Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Feb 25
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 5:10 pmSBA-HOU
9h 35m2 stops
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7:50 am - 3:00 pmHOU-SBA
9h 10m2 stops
$407Southwest
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Sat, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 9
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 12:05 pmSBA-HOU
4h 50m1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:20 pm - 12:15 amHOU-SBA
5h 55m1 stop
$427Southwest
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Sat, Dec 13 - Sun, Dec 21
Delta Logo
5:30 pm - 9:45 amSBA-HOU
14h 15m2 stops
Delta Logo
10:40 am - 10:03 pmHOU-SBA
13h 23m2 stops
$803Delta
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Sat, Nov 22 - Tue, Nov 25
Delta Logo
5:01 pm - 9:18 amSBA-HOU
14h 17m2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 4:11 pmHOU-SBA
12h 11m2 stops
$1,299Delta
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Sun, Oct 19 - Sun, Oct 26

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
Nov 1
SBA12:24 pmSanta Barbara
7h 50m
1 stop
HOU10:14 pmHouston Hobby
Nov 9
HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby
7h 38m
1 stop
SBA11:38 amSanta Barbara
$377
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American Airlines
Nov 22
SBA1:13 pmSanta Barbara
8h 44m
2 stops
HOU11:57 pmHouston Hobby
Nov 25
HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby
7h 38m
1 stop
SBA11:38 amSanta Barbara
$385
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American Airlines
Feb 24
SBA12:41 pmSanta Barbara
5h 22m
1 stop
HOU8:03 pmHouston Hobby
Feb 25
HOU6:04 amHouston Hobby
7h 39m
1 stop
SBA11:43 amSanta Barbara
$397
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Delta flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport

Our best Delta deals on Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport flight tickets
Delta
Nov 22
SBA5:30 pmSanta Barbara
14h 15m
2 stops
HOU9:45 amHouston Hobby
Nov 25
HOU10:40 amHouston Hobby
13h 23m
2 stops
SBA10:03 pmSanta Barbara
$803
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Delta
Oct 19
SBA5:01 pmSanta Barbara
14h 17m
2 stops
HOU9:18 amHouston Hobby
Oct 26
HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby
12h 11m
2 stops
SBA4:11 pmSanta Barbara
$1,299
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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 September 16, 2025.
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Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/1

12:24 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Houston Hobby

Sun 11/9

6:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop7h 38m

$377

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/1

5:35 am-5:10 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Houston Hobby

Sun 11/9

7:50 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$382

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/22

1:13 pm-11:57 pm

2 stops8h 44m

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/25

6:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop7h 38m

$385

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/12

10:25 am-9:25 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/16

7:55 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$390

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/24

12:41 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/25

6:04 am-11:43 am

1 stop7h 39m

$397

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/24

1:13 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops8h 27m

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/25

6:04 am-11:43 am

1 stop7h 39m

$402

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/1

5:35 am-5:10 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Houston Hobby

Sun 11/9

7:50 am-3:00 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$407

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

5:15 am-12:05 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Houston Hobby

Sun 12/21

8:20 pm-12:15 am

1 stop5h 55m

$427

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/22

5:30 pm-9:45 am

2 stops14h 15m

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/25

10:40 am-10:03 pm

2 stops13h 23m

$803

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sun 10/19

5:01 pm-9:18 am

2 stops14h 17m

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/26

6:00 am-4:11 pm

2 stops12h 11m

$1,299

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

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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 March is another great option to travel to Houston Hobby Airport, with average flight prices from Santa Barbara averaging around $348.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Houston Hobby Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $362. 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 $484.

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 evening because they tend to be around $431. 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 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport flight.

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When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport

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Cheap Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport (SBA to HOU) flight deals and tips

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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 4h 50m 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.

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  • 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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SouthwestPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $326Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,924 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $334Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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