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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $439-$526
Southwest
Mon 12/3Mon 12/10
SBA - HOU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$193
Typical prices: $244-$473
Southwest
Mon 12/31
SBA - HOU • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and Houston Hobby Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to Hobby (SBA-HOU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to Hobby

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:20 pm - 9:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:45 pm - 10:05 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$319Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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10:55 am - 7:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 50m2 stops San Diego Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:45 pm - 10:05 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$324Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:51 pm - 11:18 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 27m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:07 pm - 10:01 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 54m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$367American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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6:00 am - 1:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:55 am - 2:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 40m1 stop Oakland
$372Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
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12:00 pm - 10:20 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:55 am - 2:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 40m1 stop Oakland
$372Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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7:45 am - 5:30 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 45m1 stop Oakland
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7:55 am - 2:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 40m1 stop Oakland
$372Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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10:55 am - 7:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 50m2 stops San Diego Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:55 am - 2:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 40m1 stop Oakland
$377Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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10:55 am - 7:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 50m2 stops San Diego Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:55 am - 2:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
8h 40m1 stop Oakland
$377Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
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10:55 am - 7:45 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 50m2 stops San Diego Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:55 am - 10:30 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$377Southwest
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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6:03 am - 7:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-HOU Houston Hobby
11h 37m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 11:54 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$550American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport?

Round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport typically range from $439 to $526. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319, on Southwest.

Key details for Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport flights

Cheapest flight

$193
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Hobby

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Your Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport takes 00m, covering 1,471 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $308.

  • What car rental options are available at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)?

    Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $69 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Ace

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport usually depart from Santa Barbara (SBA) and arrive at Houston Hobby (HOU).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport pass through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Santa Barbara to Houston Hobby Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $326 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $526, a difference of $200.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What is the time difference between Santa Barbara and Houston Hobby Airport?

    Houston Hobby Airport is 2 hours ahead of Santa Barbara (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston Hobby Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Houston Hobby Airport are George R. Brown Convention Center, Daikin Park and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston Hobby Airport on KAYAK.

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