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$68+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HOU
Nov 21 — Nov 281
Fri 11/21
Fri 11/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated October 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$184
(Southwest)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$379
From San Francisco Bay Area to Houston
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 22, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/78:09 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop12h 28mFrontier
Sun 11/98:06 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop19h 19mFrontier
Deal found 10/20$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 10/2710:43 pmSFO - IAH
2 stops21h 49mFrontier
Mon 11/35:23 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Deal found 10/20$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Sun 10/266:34 amSFO - IAH
1 stop15h 36mFrontier
Wed 10/297:00 amIAH - SFO
2 stops32h 00mFrontier
Deal found 10/20$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 10/2710:17 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/152:05 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$218
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Tue 10/287:00 amSFO - IAH
1 stop13h 32mFrontier
Wed 10/297:00 amIAH - SFO
1 stop28h 33mFrontier
Deal found 10/20$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 10/2710:17 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/3110:41 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop21h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 10/319:55 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop17h 46mFrontier
Sun 11/25:23 pmIAH - SFO
2 stops23h 17mFrontier
Deal found 10/20$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Wed 10/299:55 pmSFO - IAH
2 stops16h 33mFrontier
Mon 11/35:23 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Deal found 10/20$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 10/319:55 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop17h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/26:31 pmIAH - SFO
2 stops19h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/19$224
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Wed 10/297:00 amSFO - IAH
1 stop6h 42mFrontier
Sat 11/16:15 amIAH - SFO
2 stops13h 28mFrontier
Deal found 10/20$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/256:00 amSFO - IAH
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/26:21 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/65:45 amSFO - IAH
1 stop6h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/65:23 pmIAH - SFO
2 stops17h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$227

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 October 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandHouston

OAK - HOU

OAKHOU

Oakland

Wed 1/7

9:40 am-7:40 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/12

4:55 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$211

OaklandHouston

OAK - HOU

OAKHOU

Oakland

Thu 12/4

6:55 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/10

11:50 am-2:05 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$247

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Tue 1/6

8:50 am-5:55 pm

2 stops7h 05m

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/27

6:15 am-12:30 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$265

OaklandHouston

OAK - HOU

OAKHOU

Oakland

Thu 12/4

9:35 am-5:55 pm

2 stops6h 20m

Houston Hobby

Sat 12/6

4:20 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$266

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Thu 11/20

4:10 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 11/23

9:52 pm-12:12 am

Nonstop4h 20m

$269

OaklandHouston

OAK - HOU

OAKHOU

Oakland

Wed 12/3

6:55 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/5

11:50 am-2:05 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$283

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

12:40 am-10:17 am

1 stop7h 37m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/8

5:50 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$289

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

12:30 am-10:10 am

1 stop7h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 11/25

7:15 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$289

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

12:30 am-10:10 am

1 stop7h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 11/18

11:46 am-4:05 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$289

OaklandHouston

OAK - IAH

OAKIAH

Oakland

Wed 1/21

1:15 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/18

6:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston (average of $87). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $180). 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 XIH to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 October 22, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco Bay Area to Houston flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon 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 October 22, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,990 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,028 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,098 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,129 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston in 3h 49m. Fly via Southwest, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1631 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $68. Southwest flights start at $87 while deals on United Airlines start at $96 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston?

    The most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston is San Francisco - Houston Hobby. You may also consider San Francisco - Houston George Bush Intcntl or San Jose - Houston Hobby.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco Bay Area to Houston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston (average of $87). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $180). 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 Bay Area to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 October 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$113Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$183Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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