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$73+ 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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HOU
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston

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 December 18, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/304:07 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop16h 30mFrontier
Tue 1/63:57 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop28h 02mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/304:07 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop6h 31mFrontier
Mon 1/59:34 pmIAH - SFO
2 stops40h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$337
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:00 amSFO - IAH
1 stop5h 27mFrontier
Mon 1/53:48 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop10h 04mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$342
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/249:30 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop21h 09mFrontier
Mon 1/53:48 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop10h 04mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$359
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Sun 12/216:24 amSFO - IAH
1 stop16h 14mFrontier
Sat 1/103:57 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop18h 06mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$363
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/296:24 amSFO - IAH
1 stop10h 34mFrontier
Thu 1/111:32 amIAH - SFO
1 stop14h 52mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$364
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/319:30 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop20h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/48:59 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop25h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$368
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:00 amSFO - IAH
1 stop9h 33mDelta
Wed 1/74:46 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop9h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/17$384
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:15 amSFO - IAH
Nonstop3h 47mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/58:01 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3011:59 pmSFO - IAH
Nonstop3h 46mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/69:33 pmIAH - SFO
Nonstop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$394
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/259:30 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop20h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/53:48 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop10h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$396
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/76:36 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$414

Find 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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$150
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$73
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$480
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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 December 18, 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

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

11:59 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop3h 46m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/2

6:33 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop4h 32m

$269

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

12:43 am-6:29 am

Nonstop3h 46m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/12

9:50 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$269

OaklandHouston

OAK - HOU

OAKHOU

Oakland

Tue 1/20

7:40 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/26

9:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$279

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

10:52 am-6:30 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/19

9:50 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop4h 30m

$279

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

10:52 am-6:30 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/2

5:25 am-7:49 am

Nonstop4h 24m

$279

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Tue 1/13

6:50 am-12:25 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/20

6:15 am-10:40 am

1 stop6h 25m

$283

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Wed 1/14

8:05 am-5:50 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/24

5:25 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$283

OaklandHouston

OAK - HOU

OAKHOU

Oakland

Mon 2/2

9:40 am-7:40 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/3

3:10 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$284

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

8:15 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/2

3:10 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$284

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

7:57 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/11

5:55 pm-9:11 am

1 stop17h 16m

$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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Cheapflights Insights

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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $213). 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 December 18, 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 17% 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 Wednesday evenings 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 December 18, 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
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,053 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,187 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,082 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 40m. Fly via United Airlines, Southwest, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1638 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 $55. Spirit Airlines flights start at $63 while deals on American Airlines start at $88 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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $213). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$112Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$192Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$193Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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