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$140+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Galveston, TX

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HOU
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Galveston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Galveston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

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.
Thu 12/256:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/76:36 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$414
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Thu 12/1810:10 amSFO - HOU
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Wed 1/76:15 amHOU - SFO
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$449
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.
Mon 12/295:15 amSFO - HOU
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Mon 1/55:10 amHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$479
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.
Tue 12/234:45 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Wed 1/79:05 amHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$488
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2611:59 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/298:16 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$509
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/268:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Thu 1/16:00 amHOU - SFO
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/17$519
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.
Tue 12/304:45 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Sat 1/31:45 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$523
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/317:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/59:05 amHOU - SFO
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$526

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Galveston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Galveston flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$276
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$140
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$480
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Galveston 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, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Galveston that are best for you.

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San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

3:20 pm-10:25 am

1 stop17h 05m

Houston Hobby

Thu 2/26

5:25 am-2:20 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$276

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

8:15 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/2

9:05 am-1:45 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$284

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

8:15 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/2

3:10 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$284

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

12:17 am-10:05 am

1 stop7h 48m

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/23

12:47 pm-5:24 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$289

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

11:46 am-10:33 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/20

5:04 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$289

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

6:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/2

5:04 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$289

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

8:00 am-6:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-11:04 am

1 stop7h 04m

$289

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

11:05 pm-10:21 am

1 stop9h 16m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/26

5:04 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$289

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

12:00 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/24

6:15 am-2:20 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$294

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

8:15 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$140

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Deals found on 12/17

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Galveston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Galveston

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Galveston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Galveston. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Galveston, you should look to book at least 50 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Galveston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Galveston (average of $87). Flying from San Francisco to Galveston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $213). 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 SFO to G4L?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Galveston. 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, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% on flights from San Francisco to Galveston by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Galveston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Galveston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Galveston flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Galveston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Galveston. 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 Galveston. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Galveston have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,081 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Galveston. 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 San Francisco to Galveston?

    If you book a flight to Galveston from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 0 flights from San Francisco to Galveston per day from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Galveston?

    Departing from San Francisco to Galveston will take you 7h 48m. The distance between San Francisco and Galveston is about 1645 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Galveston one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $61 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $91 and American Airlines from $92 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Galveston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Galveston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Galveston?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Galveston.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Galveston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Galveston 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 San Francisco to Galveston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Galveston (average of $87). Flying from San Francisco to Galveston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $213). 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 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Galveston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Galveston. 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, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$193Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$207Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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