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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Houston from $185

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston departing on 8/18. 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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American Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 7:51 pm
SBA
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HOU
5h 31m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:41 am - 11:30 am
HOU
-
SBA
7h 49m
1 stop
$369American Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Mon, Aug 31
American Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 7:51 pm
SBA
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HOU
5h 31m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:41 am - 11:30 am
HOU
-
SBA
7h 49m
1 stop
$371American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 10:00 pm
SBA
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HOU
5h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
HOU
-
SBA
6h 30m
1 stop
$371Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 1:20 am
SBA
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HOU
6h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 11:55 am
HOU
-
SBA
7h 40m
1 stop
$371Southwest
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
American Airlines Logo
12:25 pm - 7:48 pm
SBA
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HOU
5h 23m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:04 am - 11:35 am
HOU
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SBA
7h 31m
1 stop
$371American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 12
American Airlines Logo
12:20 pm - 7:51 pm
SBA
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HOU
5h 31m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:14 pm - 6:03 pm
HOU
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SBA
7h 49m
2 stops
$374American Airlines
Sat, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 24
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 3:05 pm
SBA
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HOU
7h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:15 pm - 9:50 pm
HOU
-
SBA
6h 35m
1 stop
$374Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
7:10 am - 4:50 pm
SBA
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HOU
7h 40m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:05 pm - 10:10 pm
HOU
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SBA
6h 05m
1 stop
$374Southwest
Sat, Aug 29 - Mon, Aug 31
Southwest Logo
3:25 pm - 1:35 am
SBA
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HOU
8h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:15 pm - 9:50 pm
HOU
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SBA
6h 35m
1 stop
$374Southwest
Thu, Oct 22 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
11:30 am - 9:50 pm
SBA
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HOU
8h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 9:15 pm
HOU
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SBA
8h 35m
2 stops
$376Southwest
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 12

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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
Aug 29
SBA12:20 pmSanta Barbara
5h 31m
1 stop
HOU7:51 pmHouston Hobby
Aug 31
HOU5:41 amHouston Hobby
7h 49m
1 stop
SBA11:30 amSanta Barbara
$369
American Airlines
Aug 22
SBA6:33 amSanta Barbara
6h 53m
2 stops
HOU3:26 pmHouston Hobby
Aug 24
HOU12:14 pmHouston Hobby
7h 49m
2 stops
SBA6:03 pmSanta Barbara
$380
American Airlines
Aug 22
SBA12:20 pmSanta Barbara
5h 31m
1 stop
HOU7:51 pmHouston Hobby
Aug 24
HOU5:41 amHouston Hobby
7h 49m
1 stop
SBA11:30 amSanta Barbara
$389

Southwest flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport

Our best Southwest deals on Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport flight tickets
Southwest
Sep 5
SBA2:40 pmSanta Barbara
5h 20m
1 stop
HOU10:00 pmHouston Hobby
Sep 6
HOU6:00 pmHouston Hobby
6h 30m
1 stop
SBA10:30 pmSanta Barbara
$371
Southwest
Oct 22
SBA3:25 pmSanta Barbara
8h 10m
1 stop
HOU1:35 amHouston Hobby
Oct 24
HOU5:15 pmHouston Hobby
6h 35m
1 stop
SBA9:50 pmSanta Barbara
$374
Southwest
Sep 5
SBA5:30 amSanta Barbara
9h 20m
2 stops
HOU4:50 pmHouston Hobby
Sep 6
HOU6:10 pmHouston Hobby
5h 25m
1 stop
SBA9:35 pmSanta Barbara
$376

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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 July 31, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/29

12:20 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/31

5:41 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 49m

$369

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/5

12:20 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Houston Hobby

Sun 9/6

5:41 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 49m

$371
Quickest round-trip

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/5

2:40 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Houston Hobby

Sun 9/6

6:00 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$371

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/11

4:40 pm-1:20 am

1 stop6h 40m

Houston Hobby

Mon 9/14

6:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 40m

$371

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/11

12:25 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/12

6:04 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 31m

$371

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/22

12:20 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/24

12:14 pm-6:03 pm

2 stops7h 49m

$374

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/22

5:30 am-3:05 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Houston Hobby

Sat 10/24

5:15 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$374

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/29

7:10 am-4:50 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/31

6:05 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$374

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/22

3:25 pm-1:35 am

1 stop8h 10m

Houston Hobby

Sat 10/24

5:15 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$374

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/11

11:30 am-9:50 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/12

2:40 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$376

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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 cheapest month to fly to Houston Hobby Airport?

In general, August 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 $0. The month of January is another great option to travel to Houston Hobby Airport, with average flight prices from Santa Barbara averaging around $386.

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

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Houston Hobby Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $416. 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 $517.

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 $288. 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 $490. 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 43% 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?

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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

6h 06m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport takes 6h 06m
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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Frequently asked questions about flying from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport

  • How far is Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby by plane?

    Houston Hobby is 1463.2 mi away from Santa Barbara. Typically, this will take 6h 06m 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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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom $326Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,053 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $366Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,846 reviews
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