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$67+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — HOU
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Houston are usually found in January or September, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$185
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$67
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$305
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/213:15 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop6h 06mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/226:01 amIAH - SJC
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$185
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/298:00 amSJC - HOU
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/46:00 amHOU - SJC
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$185
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2412:27 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop25h 20mFrontier
Thu 11/68:47 pmIAH - SJC
1 stop16h 45mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$187
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/252:14 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop7h 25mFrontier
Mon 9/296:15 amIAH - SJC
1 stop7h 15mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$190
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 10/11:00 pmSJC - IAH
Nonstop3h 51mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/65:14 amIAH - SJC
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$191
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1012:35 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Fri 10/176:00 amIAH - SJC
1 stop7h 32mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/46:30 amSJC - IAH
1 stop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/55:14 amIAH - SJC
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$196
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2612:25 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Sun 9/286:37 pmIAH - SJC
1 stop25h 08mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 10/18:00 amSJC - IAH
1 stop8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/66:03 pmIAH - SJC
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Wed 10/156:45 amSJC - HOU
Nonstop3h 40mSouthwest
Wed 10/295:35 pmHOU - SJC
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/8$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 9/276:35 amSJC - IAH
1 stop8h 08mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/309:29 amIAH - SJC
1 stop12h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$204
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 11/136:10 amSJC - IAH
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/1512:10 pmIAH - SJC
2 stops8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$206

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Houston that are best for you.

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Depart

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San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Fri 10/10

12:35 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 10/17

6:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop7h 32m

$194

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Mon 11/3

6:09 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop20h 41m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 11/4

7:26 pm-10:57 am

1 stop17h 31m

$216

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Sat 10/25

1:25 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/29

5:35 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$229

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Tue 2/24

9:05 am-11:26 pm

1 stop12h 21m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/25

6:30 am-6:51 pm

1 stop14h 21m

$235

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Sat 1/17

1:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/20

7:35 am-2:10 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$246

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Mon 11/10

6:45 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/19

12:55 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$253

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Mon 11/24

3:37 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 11/27

5:16 am-11:34 am

1 stop8h 18m

$257

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Sat 1/17

12:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/18

7:45 am-12:43 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$257

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Wed 10/1

12:35 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/7

2:22 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop10h 36m

$257

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Sat 1/17

12:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/20

11:55 am-10:11 pm

2 stops12h 16m

$262

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The best insider tips for San Jose to Houston flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Jose to Houston trip
Airports
SJC

SJC offers free Wi-Fi throughout the airport, perfect for catching up on work emails before your flight.

Read more about SJCby Daniel Scheffler
IAH

For a quick city transfer, Uber or Lyft from IAH takes about 25 minutes to downtown Houston.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on SJC

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Houston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Houston from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Houston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Houston. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Jose to Houston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 18 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 San Jose to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Houston (average of $230). Flying from San Jose to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 SJC to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose to Houston in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 43% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Houston?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose 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 September 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Jose 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,023 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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
3,177 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

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

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

    San Jose (SJC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Jose to Houston. You should not have trouble finding flights to Houston from San Jose; the airport handles an average of 1 outbound flight to Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the San Jose airport to Houston. It is only a 2.9 mi journey to San Jose (SJC) from San Jose’s city center.

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

    Departing from San Jose to Houston will take you 5h 50m. The distance between San Jose and Houston is about 1618 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose to Houston round-trip?

    Frontier, at $112, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Jose to Houston.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Delta. Frontier is 72% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $335 for a flight from San Jose to Houston. The cheapest flight overall is $136 while the most popular route, (San Jose - Houston Hobby) is currently priced at $152.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Houston?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose 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 Jose to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Houston (average of $230). Flying from San Jose to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 Jose to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$112Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$113Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$244Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$313Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$362Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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