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$113+ 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HOU
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Houston

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Round-trip from

$225
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$113
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$459
From Salinas to Houston
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 8/266:50 amSFO - IAH
1 stop5h 52mFrontier
Tue 9/23:27 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop9h 06mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$225
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/410:07 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop10h 57mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/126:45 amIAH - SFO
1 stop8h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$252
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 10/2111:22 amSFO - IAH
1 stop10h 48mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/287:00 amIAH - SFO
1 stop10h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 8/1112:40 amSFO - IAH
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Wed 8/2011:31 amIAH - SFO
1 stop6h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/11$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 10/219:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop10h 40mDelta
Tue 10/281:00 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop8h 36mDelta
Deal found 6/12$257
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/211:40 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop14h 14mJetBlue
Mon 7/711:58 amIAH - SFO
1 stop15h 01mJetBlue
Deal found 6/11$293
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/410:45 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Tue 8/128:05 amHOU - SFO
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 8/1112:30 amSFO - IAH
Nonstop4h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/209:51 pmIAH - SFO
Nonstop4h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/137:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/186:00 amHOU - SFO
1 stop8h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$303
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 9/3012:47 amSFO - IAH
1 stop9h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/610:29 amIAH - SFO
1 stop9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$311
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Thu 9/186:18 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop13h 51mSun Country Air
Sun 9/287:30 amHOU - SFO
1 stop11h 33mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10$329
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 7/249:11 amSFO - HOU
2 stops32h 02mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/319:42 amHOU - SFO
3 stops39h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$528

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Houston that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

6:50 am-2:42 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/2

3:27 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$225

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

10:07 pm-11:04 am

1 stop10h 57m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/12

6:45 am-12:56 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$252

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

12:40 am-9:50 am

1 stop7h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 8/20

11:31 am-4:06 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$257

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

2:22 pm-4:54 pm

2 stops24h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/2

5:59 pm-6:13 pm

2 stops26h 14m

$289

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

11:59 pm-9:45 am

1 stop7h 46m

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/15

10:44 am-6:52 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$291

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Wed 7/2

11:40 pm-3:54 pm

1 stop14h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 7/9

11:58 am-12:59 am

1 stop15h 01m

$293

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

10:45 pm-8:05 am

1 stop7h 20m

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/12

8:05 am-2:40 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$297

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

12:30 am-6:30 am

Nonstop4h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 8/20

9:51 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 08m

$299

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

7:00 am-6:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/18

8:51 am-4:43 pm

1 stop9h 52m

$303

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Thu 7/10

11:59 pm-11:30 am

1 stop9h 31m

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/17

8:40 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop28h 13m

$335

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Houston

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Cheapflights Insights

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 June 9, 2025.

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 77 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 $230). Flying from Salinas to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 June 12, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to Houston, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 June 30, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Houston 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.

Rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Salinas to Houston have to say. 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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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 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 ($113), Alaska Airlines ($140), and Southwest ($149).

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  • 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 $230). Flying from Salinas to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$113Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$347Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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