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$335+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to George Bush Intcntl (IAH)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — IAH
Mar 30 — Apr 61
Sun 3/30
Sun 4/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to George Bush Intcntl (IAH). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$335
(Delta)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$396
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 25, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/195:45 amSBA - IAH
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Wed 4/2312:00 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop10h 30mDelta
Deal found 3/24$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/199:59 amSBA - IAH
2 stops6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/2312:02 pmIAH - SBA
2 stops8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$345
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/92:04 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop8h 41mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/127:50 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$355

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/19

5:45 am-1:29 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/23

12:00 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$335

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/19

9:59 am-6:43 pm

2 stops6h 44m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/23

12:02 pm-6:38 pm

2 stops8h 36m

$345

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - IAH

SBAIAH

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/9

2:04 pm-12:45 am

1 stop8h 41m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/12

7:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$355

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Deals found on 3/24

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Barbara-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (average of $241). Flying from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBA to IAH?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 25, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 3% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in George Bush Intcntl by month

Plan your trip to George Bush Intcntl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in George Bush Intcntl by month

Plan your trip to George Bush Intcntl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing George Bush Intcntl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to George Bush Intcntl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to George Bush Intcntl. Reviews last updated March 25, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,890 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    If you book a flight to Houston George Bush Intcntl from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara. There are 0 flights from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl per day from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport round-trip?

    Delta, at $335, was found to be the cheapest airline from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. Delta is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (average of $241). Flying from Santa Barbara to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to George Bush Intcntl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$349Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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