Travelling from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Houston: what you need to know
The timezone in Houston is UTC-5. The city is two hours ahead of Santa Barbara, where Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to catch your SBA to Houston flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Travelling from central Santa Barbara to SBA takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Houston? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SBA:
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 84.29% of flights that take off from SBA arrive at their destination on time.
SBA is located at 500 Fowler Rd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Houston
147 € is currently the best price for a one-way Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Houston flight. A return plane ticket starts from 273 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from SBA to Houston, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Finding cheap tickets from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Houston is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up an awesome deal.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to the centre of Houston takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near IAH:
Grab a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and discover Houston and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from SBA to Houston.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Houston has arrived, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near HOU. Unwind and get cosy after your SBA to Houston flight at one of these well-located options:
Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make collecting a William P. Hobby Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HOU can get you a lower rate.
William P. Hobby Airport is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Before you book your flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Houston, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Houston offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
When booking your Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Houston plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SBA to Houston in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Houston, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are popular attractions which should feature on every Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Houston will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
