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$111+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Houston

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HOU
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Houston

Cheapest flights from Salinas to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on janeiro 28, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 1/27$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
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Deal found 1/27$270
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
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ter 2/178:45 am
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Deal found 1/27$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
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1 stop17h 24m
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Deal found 1/27$272
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
ter 2/247:15 pm
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Deal found 1/26$273
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
dom 2/19:32 pm
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1 stop21h 47m
Frontier
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Frontier
Deal found 1/25$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
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Deal found 1/26$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
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1 stop10h 34m
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Deal found 1/27$276
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 1/28$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
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Frontier
Deal found 1/26$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
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Deal found 1/27$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
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Deal found 1/28$289

Find flight deals from Salinas to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated janeiro 28, 2026.

Round-trip from

$269
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$111
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$331
From Salinas to Houston
One-way flight from Salinas to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($5 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Houston 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 janeiro 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Houston that are best for you.

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SFO - HOU

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San Francisco

qua 4/29

10:30 am-8:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Houston Hobby

qui 4/30

6:25 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$289

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

qua 4/1

5:00 am-10:51 am

Nonstop3h 51m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

seg 4/6

9:40 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

$290

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

qua 2/18

4:10 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sáb 2/21

5:00 am-7:31 am

Nonstop4h 31m

$295

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

qua 4/8

5:00 am-10:51 am

Nonstop3h 51m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom 4/12

5:00 am-7:16 am

Nonstop4h 16m

$301

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

qua 4/8

12:45 am-6:28 am

Nonstop3h 43m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom 4/12

5:00 am-7:16 am

Nonstop4h 16m

$301

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

sex 5/1

6:55 pm-12:56 am

Nonstop4h 01m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

seg 5/4

4:45 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$315

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

sáb 2/21

2:58 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

ter 2/24

6:53 pm-9:08 am

2 stops16h 15m

$321

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

sex 5/1

6:00 am-5:40 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Houston Hobby

seg 5/4

6:25 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$328

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

seg 5/4

4:45 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop4h 06m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sex 5/8

7:20 am-9:42 am

Nonstop4h 22m

$333

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

qui 2/19

9:00 am-5:53 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

qua 2/25

7:00 am-7:22 pm

2 stops14h 22m

$337

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Houston. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Salinas to Houston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Houston (average of $91). Flying from Salinas to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $269). 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 S9N to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated janeiro 28, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Salinas to Houston at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Houston. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Houston flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated janeiro 28, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Salinas to Houston have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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

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  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Houston?

    For as low as $290, Southwest can have you in Houston from Salinas in 3h 51m. Salinas and Houston are separated by a distance of 1631 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salinas to Houston one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Salinas to Houston are Frontier ($73), American Airlines ($88), and Southwest ($91).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Salinas to Houston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Salinas to Houston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Houston?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salinas to Houston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas to Houston 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 Salinas to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Houston (average of $91). Flying from Salinas to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $269). 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 Salinas to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Houston. 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 janeiro 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$61Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$111Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$192Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$193Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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