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$64+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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The best prices from San Francisco to Houston are usually found in September or August, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Houston (HO1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 26, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$137
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One-way from

$64
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Houston?

Leaving on a Tuesday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 32% on the overall cost on flights from San Francisco to Houston.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Houston?

To save up to 26% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 45 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from San Francisco to Houston from $386 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $501 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Houston?

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to Houston from San Francisco average $430. You can even find prices in September for less than $430, as users have found deals to Houston from as low as $191. The month of April appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Houston from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 13%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to IAH?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Houston in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap San Francisco to Houston flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Houston specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 26, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Houston in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/216:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop25h 24mFrontier
Sat 8/249:35 amHOU - SFO
1 stop10h 37mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$139
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/214:52 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop14h 32mFrontier
Fri 8/2312:41 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop13h 18mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$142
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/247:12 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop12h 12mFrontier
Sat 8/319:35 amHOU - SFO
1 stop16h 24mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$143
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/137:04 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop15h 03mFrontier
Wed 8/2112:57 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop13h 02mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$145
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/196:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop25h 24mFrontier
Wed 8/2112:57 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop13h 02mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$148
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/236:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop24h 30mFrontier
Sun 8/2510:15 amHOU - SFO
1 stop15h 44mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$150
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/146:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop25h 24mFrontier
Mon 8/1912:41 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop13h 18mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$161
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/257:43 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop14h 08mFrontier
Sat 8/319:35 amHOU - SFO
1 stop16h 24mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$162
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/712:59 amSFO - HOU
1 stop5h 52mFrontier
Mon 8/1212:32 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop13h 27mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$163

San Francisco to Houston 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Houston in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Houston in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/44:52 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop24h 10mFrontier
Sun 9/87:58 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop24h 36mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$138
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/216:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop25h 24mFrontier
Sat 8/249:35 amHOU - SFO
1 stop10h 37mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$139
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/66:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop11h 02mFrontier
Fri 9/137:52 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 25mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$140
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/158:08 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop21h 12mFrontier
Fri 9/277:52 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 25mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$141
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/214:52 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop14h 32mFrontier
Fri 8/2312:41 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop13h 18mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$142
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/247:12 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop12h 12mFrontier
Sat 8/319:35 amHOU - SFO
1 stop16h 24mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/166:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Mon 9/238:10 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 08mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$144
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/137:04 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop15h 03mFrontier
Wed 8/2112:57 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop13h 02mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$145
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/196:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop25h 24mFrontier
Wed 8/2112:57 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop13h 02mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$148

San Francisco to Houston flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Houston for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Francisco to Houston should consider booking one of these fares. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/312:59 amSFO - HOU
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Thu 8/89:56 amHOU - SFO
1 stop24h 17mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/112:14 amSFO - IAH
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Fri 8/96:46 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop7h 13mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$197
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/412:59 amSFO - IAH
1 stop5h 44mFrontier
Mon 8/1910:38 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop11h 14mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$202
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/112:14 amSFO - IAH
1 stop8h 11mFrontier
Mon 8/510:24 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$203
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/25:50 amSFO - IAH
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Mon 8/58:35 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop14h 58mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$204
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/212:04 amSFO - IAH
1 stop8h 06mFrontier
Tue 8/137:05 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop6h 54mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$205
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/25:50 amSFO - IAH
1 stop13h 33mFrontier
Fri 8/96:46 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop15h 27mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$207
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/412:59 amSFO - IAH
1 stop5h 44mFrontier
Mon 8/126:57 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop7h 02mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$211
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/412:59 amSFO - HOU
1 stop9h 05mFrontier
Sat 8/109:35 amHOU - SFO
1 stop16h 24mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$211

One-way flights to Houston from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Houston. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Houston can choose from these deals. Users in need of a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Houston instead should update the search form at the top of page.
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1310:39 amSFO - IAH
1 stop7h 39mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$64
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/911:00 amSFO - IAH
1 stop7h 18mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$66
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2310:31 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$67
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/912:22 amSFO - IAH
1 stop6h 49mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$68
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/218:42 amSFO - IAH
1 stop5h 49mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$69
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/288:42 amSFO - IAH
1 stop5h 49mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$70
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/96:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$71
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 mytrip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/236:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$72
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/610:36 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop9h 36mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$73

Find flights from San Francisco to Houston within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.

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SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Mon 8/19

1 stop25h 24m

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/27

1 stop15h 45m

$137

San FranciscoHouston Hobby

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Wed 9/4

1 stop24h 10m

Houston Hobby

Sun 9/8

1 stop24h 36m

$138

San FranciscoHouston Hobby

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Mon 9/23

1 stop11h 20m

Houston Hobby

Mon 9/30

1 stop6h 08m

$139

San FranciscoHouston George Bush Intcntl

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Mon 9/23

2 stops15h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/30

1 stop5h 54m

$222

San FranciscoHouston Hobby

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Thu 9/5

1 stop6h 18m

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/11

1 stop6h 33m

$228

San FranciscoHouston George Bush Intcntl

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Mon 8/19

Nonstop3h 48m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/20

Nonstop4h 09m

$279

San FranciscoHouston George Bush Intcntl

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Thu 9/5

2 stops13h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/11

2 stops22h 30m

$284

San FranciscoHouston George Bush Intcntl

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Mon 9/23

1 stop7h 13m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/1

1 stop6h 50m

$298

San FranciscoHouston Hobby

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Thu 10/24

1 stop13h 27m

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/27

1 stop9h 00m

$329

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Houston. Price data was last updated on July 23, 2024.
Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Houston. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Houston. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Houston flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Houston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Houston from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Houston by month

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

IAH

Temperature

53.6 - 84.2 °F

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 July 26, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines from San Francisco to Houston to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

WestJet
7.4
Good
2,761 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Houston?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Houston from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Houston should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Houston from 6 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Houston for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Houston for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $137, but on average you can expect to pay $149.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Houston for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Houston under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Houston is less than $386.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Houston for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Houston within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Houston?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from San Francisco to Houston on average per day?

    Per day, 7 flights depart from San Francisco to Houston on average.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 14% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 71% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 14% of flight departures

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

    Departing from San Francisco to Houston will take you 25h 24m. The distance from San Francisco to Houston is about 1641 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Houston round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Houston, with prices starting at $137. Frontier is priced at 68% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Houston?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San Francisco to Houston on time: United Airlines (82%), Virgin Australia (82%), Air New Zealand (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Houston?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $161. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $193 on average our data indicates $1,010 when flying from San Francisco to Houston.

  • What does SFO to IAH mean?

    SFO and IAH are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SFO to IAH refers to a flight route from San Francisco Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), College Station Easterwood Field Airport (CLL), Beaumont Jefferson County Airport (BPT).

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Houston?

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Houston that have layovers, most of them stop in Dallas.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dallas?

    American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre are the most popular attractions in Dallas if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Dallas interested in visiting American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, or Majestic Theatre can do so by traveling 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.1 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Those on a layover in Dallas in need of a rental car can book one at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $58.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Houston flights?

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Houston that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Denver.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Houston that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Houston flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Houston with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Houston flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 to Houston.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Houston that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Houston offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Houston?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Houston flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Houston flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Houston flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Houston?

    The most popular airlines flying from San Francisco to Houston are American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Houston (average of $238). Flying from San Francisco to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $342). 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 to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
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FrontierCheapest$118Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$134Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$165Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$232Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$289Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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