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$164+ 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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HOU
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Galveston are usually found in September or January, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$268
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$164
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$458
From San Francisco to Galveston
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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 July 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 8/2311:50 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/248:25 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$268
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/2712:20 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Wed 9/35:35 amHOU - SFO
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$327
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1611:59 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop9h 29mSun Country Air
Sun 10/198:58 amHOU - SFO
1 stop10h 05mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/28$335

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San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

11:50 pm-8:21 am

1 stop6h 31m

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/24

8:25 pm-12:08 am

1 stop5h 43m

$268

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

12:20 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/3

5:35 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 45m

$327

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Thu 10/16

11:59 pm-11:28 am

1 stop9h 29m

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/19

8:58 am-5:03 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$335

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Sat 9/13

7:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$164

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

5:30 am-3:10 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$169

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Fri 8/15

11:59 pm-11:06 am

1 stop9h 07m

$173

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

6:15 am-5:39 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$225

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

11:59 pm-7:12 pm

3 stops17h 13m

$336

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/29

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 July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Galveston, you should look to book at least 66 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 $230). Flying from San Francisco to Galveston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 July 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco to Galveston as you normally would.

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. Monday 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 July 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American 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
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
334 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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.

  • 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 $164 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $169 and Sun Country Air from $173 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 $230). Flying from San Francisco to Galveston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$118Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$121Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$333Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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