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Cheap flights from Houston to Santa Barbara (SBA) from $151

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Jun 11 — Jun 181
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Santa Barbara (SBA). 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 June 6, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Houston to Santa Barbara?

Leaving on a Wednesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 35% on the overall cost on flights from Houston to Santa Barbara.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Houston to Santa Barbara?

Find a great deal and save up to 92% by booking at least 45 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Houston to Santa Barbara within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $218.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Santa Barbara?

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Houston. Users have commonly found prices around $237 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $86. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in March.

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

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 38% on flights from Houston to Santa Barbara by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Cheap Houston to Santa Barbara flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Houston to Santa Barbara specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Houston to Santa Barbara in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Tue 7/238:00 amIAH - SBA
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/234:11 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$330
Thu 7/46:59 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Thu 7/116:00 amSBA - IAH
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/6$334
Thu 7/410:46 amIAH - SBA
2 stops9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/115:10 amSBA - IAH
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$339
Thu 7/410:14 amHOU - SBA
2 stops9h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/115:10 amSBA - HOU
1 stop6h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$339
Thu 7/410:14 amHOU - SBA
2 stops9h 54mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/111:01 pmSBA - HOU
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$354
Thu 7/410:14 amHOU - SBA
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/1112:12 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$396
Fri 6/283:37 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Sun 6/306:00 amSBA - IAH
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/5$426
Thu 7/410:46 amIAH - SBA
2 stops9h 22mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/116:25 amSBA - IAH
2 stops9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/6$435
Tue 7/235:05 amIAH - SBA
2 stops9h 05mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/296:24 pmSBA - IAH
2 stops12h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$464

Houston to Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Houston and Santa Barbara in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Houston to Santa Barbara in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 9/1112:18 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop10h 53mDelta
Fri 9/131:17 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 6/4$322
Wed 9/116:00 amHOU - SBA
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/136:00 amSBA - HOU
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$322
Wed 9/1112:16 pmIAH - SBA
2 stops9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/136:00 amSBA - IAH
1 stop6h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$327
Wed 9/115:00 amHOU - SBA
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/136:00 amSBA - HOU
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$327
Tue 7/238:00 amIAH - SBA
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/234:11 pmSBA - IAH
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$330
Wed 9/116:00 amIAH - SBA
2 stops7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/1312:26 pmSBA - IAH
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$332
Wed 9/115:00 amHOU - SBA
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/139:45 amSBA - HOU
2 stops8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/4$332
Thu 7/46:59 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Thu 7/116:00 amSBA - IAH
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Deal found 6/6$334
Tue 8/134:27 pmHOU - SBA
1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/185:30 amSBA - HOU
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$334

Houston to Santa Barbara flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Houston to Santa Barbara for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Houston to Santa Barbara. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Wed 6/125:07 amIAH - SBA
1 stop9h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/175:15 amSBA - IAH
1 stop25h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$609
Wed 6/1212:50 pmIAH - SBA
2 stops12h 41mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/175:15 amSBA - IAH
1 stop25h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$654
Wed 6/1212:50 pmIAH - SBA
2 stops12h 41mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/175:50 amSBA - IAH
2 stops13h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$729

One-way flights to Santa Barbara from Houston

Search for one-way flight options from Houston to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Houston to Santa Barbara. Those needing a return flight from Houston to Santa Barbara can use the search form above.
Tue 8/132:48 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$151
Tue 8/134:27 pmHOU - SBA
1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$151
Tue 8/1312:09 pmIAH - SBA
2 stops8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$156
Tue 8/1310:15 amHOU - SBA
2 stops10h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$156
Mon 8/127:15 amIAH - SBA
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/5$171
Mon 8/124:27 pmHOU - SBA
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$171
Mon 8/124:00 pmIAH - SBA
2 stops9h 43mDelta
Deal found 6/5$176
Mon 8/124:27 pmHOU - SBA
2 stops8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$176
Sun 7/712:12 pmIAH - SBA
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/5$183

Find flights from Houston to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Santa Barbara 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, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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$322 - $419

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Houston George Bush IntcntlSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/11

1 stop10h 53m

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/13

1 stop6h 21m

$322

Houston HobbySanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/11

1 stop7h 52m

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/13

1 stop7h 49m

$322

Houston George Bush IntcntlSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/11

2 stops9h 04m

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/13

1 stop6h 00m

$327

Houston HobbySanta Barbara

HOU - SBA

HOUSBA

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/11

2 stops8h 41m

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/13

1 stop7h 49m

$327

Houston George Bush IntcntlSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/23

1 stop5h 27m

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/23

1 stop6h 05m

$330

Houston George Bush IntcntlSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/11

2 stops7h 41m

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/13

2 stops9h 21m

$332

Houston George Bush IntcntlSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/23

1 stop7h 39m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/29

1 stop7h 38m

$334

Houston George Bush IntcntlSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/23

2 stops9h 43m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/29

1 stop7h 38m

$339

Houston George Bush IntcntlSanta Barbara

IAH - SBA

IAHSBA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 10/31

2 stops11h 02m

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/3

1 stop6h 14m

$419

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What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Santa Barbara

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Temperature and rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, 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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. 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 Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Santa Barbara, such as Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Santa Barbara. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from Houston?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston to Santa Barbara. You should not have trouble finding flights to Santa Barbara from Houston; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Santa Barbara airport from Houston. It is only a 8.0 mi journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Houston to Santa Barbara for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Houston to Santa Barbara for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $322, but on average you can expect to pay $384.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Houston to Santa Barbara for under $700?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Houston to Santa Barbara within the next 7 days for less than $700.

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

    Currently priced at $322, Delta will fly you from Houston to Santa Barbara and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $322 and $419, respectively. Delta is currently priced 44% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Santa Barbara one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston to Santa Barbara are American Airlines ($151), Delta ($171), and United Airlines ($308).

  • What does IAH to SBA mean?

    Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is IAH and Santa Barbara Airport is SBA. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), College Station Easterwood Field Airport (CLL), Beaumont Jefferson County Airport (BPT) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Santa Barbara that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Houston to Santa Barbara flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Houston to Santa Barbara with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Houston to Santa Barbara flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Santa Barbara that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Houston to Santa Barbara offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Houston to Santa Barbara?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Houston to Santa Barbara flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Houston to Santa Barbara flight deals updated?

    The Houston to Santa Barbara flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Santa Barbara (average of $359). Flying from Houston to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $515). 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 Houston to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Santa Barbara. 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$267Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$341Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hourly flight availability from Houston to Santa Barbara

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