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$386+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Hobby (HOU)

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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — HOU
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Hobby (HOU). 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 December 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$386
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,740
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/2712:27 pmSBA - HOU
1 stop5h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/316:00 amHOU - SBA
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$717
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/276:15 amSBA - HOU
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Wed 1/12:30 pmHOU - SBA
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$726

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Hobby within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Hobby 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/23

12:24 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/27

6:00 am-11:43 am

1 stop7h 43m

$386

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/25

6:15 am-5:15 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/29

4:25 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$391

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/24

7:15 am-5:42 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/26

2:57 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$482

Santa BarbaraHouston

SBA - HOU

SBAHOU

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/14

12:25 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$485

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Deals found on 12/17

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Hobby in December.
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 Hobby 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 Hobby Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Houston Hobby Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Houston Hobby 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 Hobby Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Hobby

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Santa Barbara to Hobby including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Hobby by month

Plan your trip to Hobby by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston Hobby 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 Hobby Airport when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Hobby by month

Plan your trip to Hobby by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston Hobby 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 Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines and Southwest from Santa Barbara to Houston. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Hobby. 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 from for flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby?

    Most people fly from Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby. On average, Santa Barbara has 0 outbound flights to Houston Hobby per day from 2 airlines. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Houston Hobby Airport, with prices starting at $386. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $391 and $482, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 33% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Hobby 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 Hobby Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 Hobby

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Hobby. 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$304Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$336Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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