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$65+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to George Bush Intcntl (IAH)

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SJC — IAH
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to George Bush Intcntl

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$189
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$65
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$375

Good round-trip deal

$407 or less

Good one-way deal

$222 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to George Bush Intcntl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to George Bush Intcntl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1012:35 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Sun 10/1211:24 amIAH - SJC
1 stop26h 08mFrontier
Deal found 8/15$189
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/54:16 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop11h 34mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/2310:02 pmIAH - SJC
2 stops23h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$190
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:35 amSJC - IAH
2 stops13h 51mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/1210:02 pmIAH - SJC
2 stops14h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/84:16 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop11h 34mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/1210:02 pmIAH - SJC
2 stops14h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/15$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:35 amSJC - IAH
1 stop8h 08mSpirit Airlines
Fri 9/1910:02 pmIAH - SJC
2 stops14h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/186:35 amSJC - IAH
1 stop8h 08mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/2410:02 pmIAH - SJC
2 stops14h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/186:35 amSJC - IAH
1 stop8h 08mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/279:29 amIAH - SJC
1 stop12h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$196
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1412:27 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop9h 12mFrontier
Sun 11/168:06 pmIAH - SJC
2 stops17h 26mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/66:35 amSJC - IAH
2 stops19h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/239:29 amIAH - SJC
1 stop12h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$200
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1912:25 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Mon 9/226:15 amIAH - SJC
2 stops13h 30mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$201
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/226:35 amSJC - IAH
2 stops19h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/3010:02 pmIAH - SJC
2 stops23h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$202

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

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San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Fri 10/10

12:35 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/12

11:24 am-11:32 am

1 stop26h 08m

$189

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Fri 9/5

4:16 pm-5:50 am

1 stop11h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/23

10:02 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops23h 58m

$190

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Sat 9/20

6:35 am-10:26 pm

2 stops13h 51m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/24

9:26 pm-10:45 am

1 stop15h 19m

$190

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Fri 10/17

12:27 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/19

10:10 pm-7:18 am

1 stop11h 08m

$191

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Tue 9/16

11:40 am-5:50 am

1 stop16h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/18

6:15 am-1:14 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$191

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Sat 9/6

6:35 am-10:26 pm

2 stops13h 51m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 9/12

10:02 pm-10:45 am

2 stops14h 43m

$191

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Mon 9/8

4:16 pm-5:50 am

1 stop11h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 9/12

10:02 pm-10:45 am

2 stops14h 43m

$193

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Fri 9/12

12:25 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 9/19

6:15 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 15m

$194

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Wed 9/3

4:41 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops25h 42m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 9/7

9:26 pm-10:45 am

1 stop15h 19m

$194

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Fri 9/12

6:35 am-4:43 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 9/19

10:02 pm-10:45 am

2 stops14h 43m

$194

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

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport trip
Airports
SJC

SJC offers free Wi-Fi throughout the airport, making it convenient for business travelers to stay connected before their flight.

Read more about SJCby Daniel Scheffler
IAH

For a quick ride to downtown Houston, consider Uber or Lyft from Terminals A, B, and C. It's faster than public transport.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
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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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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on SJC

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to George Bush Intcntl. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 August 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 47% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to George Bush Intcntl. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

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

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 August 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,038 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,212 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

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

    For a flight from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl, you will be flying from San Jose. San Jose (SJC) is just 2.9 mi from the center of the city. San Jose is the only San Jose airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl per day. 5 airlines have flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl from San Jose on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Frontier and Spirit Airlines can get you from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in just under 9h 01m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 33m. The distance between San Jose and Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is about 1604 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($112), Spirit Airlines ($118), and Delta ($236) offers the cheapest pricing from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. These flights start at 69% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $148. While the most popular route (San Jose - Houston George Bush Intcntl) can be booked for $151 on average our data indicates $718 when flying from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to George Bush Intcntl that include hotel bookings?

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to George Bush Intcntl 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 Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (average of $241). Flying from San Jose 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 Jose to George Bush Intcntl

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$119Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$264Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$337Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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