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$107+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to George Bush Intcntl (IAH)

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Wed 7/16
Wed 7/23
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl

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Round-trip from

$238
(Delta)

One-way from

$107
(Priceline)

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Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$494 or less

Good one-way deal

$259 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 11, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Thu 8/211:41 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Fri 8/227:00 amIAH - SFO
1 stop12h 17mDelta
Deal found 7/8$238
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/811:22 amSFO - IAH
1 stop10h 48mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/97:10 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop16h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/9$239
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/19:43 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop16h 31mFrontier
Sun 8/35:12 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop16h 29mFrontier
Deal found 7/9$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 8/305:45 amSFO - IAH
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/16:29 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/9$252
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Thu 7/315:45 amSFO - IAH
1 stop8h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/45:50 pmIAH - SFO
2 stops15h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$267

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport that are best for you.

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Thu 8/21

1:41 pm-11:56 pm

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Fri 8/22

7:00 am-5:17 pm

1 stop12h 17m

$238

San FranciscoHouston

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Wed 10/8

11:22 am-12:10 am

1 stop10h 48m

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7:10 pm-9:16 am

1 stop16h 06m

$239

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Fri 8/1

9:43 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop16h 31m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

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5:12 pm-7:41 am

1 stop16h 29m

$244

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SFO - IAH

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San Francisco

Sat 8/30

5:45 am-3:46 pm

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6:29 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$252

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Thu 7/31

5:45 am-4:14 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/4

5:50 pm-7:28 am

2 stops15h 38m

$267

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

7:05 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$107

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SFO - IAH

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8:19 pm-6:24 am

1 stop8h 05m

$118

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5:45 am-4:14 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$119

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SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

12:40 am-9:50 am

1 stop7h 10m

$129

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SFO - IAH

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San Francisco

Mon 8/11

7:54 pm-9:17 am

2 stops11h 23m

$143

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The best insider tips for San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport trip
Airports
SFO

For a quick check-in, use the mezzanine level checkpoint at Harvey Milk Terminal 1, accessible from the Terminal 1 AirTrain station.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
IAH

For a quick ride to downtown Houston, consider Uber or Lyft from Terminals A, B, or C. It takes about 25 minutes by car.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to George Bush Intcntl from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport, you should look to book at least 67 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (average of $241). Flying from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 IAH?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 20% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl. Price data was last updated on July 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 11, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to IAH are scheduled on a Friday (37 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing George Bush Intcntl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to George Bush Intcntl. 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 George Bush Intcntl. Reviews last updated July 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,846 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,271 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Houston George Bush Intcntl from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Houston George Bush Intcntl should be relatively easy as there are 30 daily outbound flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $238 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and Frontier, starting at $239 and $244 round-trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport for 46% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $107. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport for a low price.

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    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport on time: Asiana Airlines (88%), Virgin Australia (86%), ANA (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $189. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Houston George Bush Intcntl) can be booked for $195 on average our data indicates $1,885 when flying from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (average of $241). Flying from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl. 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$121Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$183Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$344Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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