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$55+ 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — HOU
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Houston are usually found in January or August, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$143
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$55
(FlightHub)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

$295
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Houston
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 July 29, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/274:41 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop11h 14mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/39:14 amIAH - SJC
1 stop8h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$143
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 8/236:00 amSJC - IAH
1 stop8h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/308:08 pmIAH - SJC
1 stop17h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$191
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/77:00 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop19h 14mFrontier
Sat 8/1610:04 pmIAH - SJC
1 stop15h 18mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/277:15 amSJC - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Wed 9/310:25 amHOU - SJC
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/278:00 amSJC - HOU
1 stop5h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/312:30 pmHOU - SJC
1 stop8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$413
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/276:30 amSJC - HOU
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Sun 8/316:15 amHOU - SJC
2 stops11h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/28$430
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 8/156:00 amSJC - HOU
2 stops27h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/176:24 pmHOU - SJC
2 stops30h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$470

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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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Houston that are best for you.

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San Jose

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Houston

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Wed 8/27

4:41 pm-5:55 am

1 stop11h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/3

9:14 am-3:46 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$143

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Sat 8/23

6:00 am-4:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 8/30

8:08 pm-11:16 am

1 stop17h 08m

$191

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Thu 8/14

12:18 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop7h 22m

$258

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Wed 8/27

7:15 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/3

10:25 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$317

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Wed 8/27

8:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/31

2:30 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$413

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Fri 1/9

10:10 am-9:46 pm

2 stops9h 36m

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-12:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$419

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Fri 8/15

6:00 am-11:06 am

2 stops27h 06m

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/17

6:24 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops30h 06m

$470

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-4:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$55

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Thu 8/7

12:18 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$129

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Tue 10/28

7:55 am-11:52 pm

2 stops13h 57m

$137

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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Houston

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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 July 25, 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 76 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 July 29, 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 July 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

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

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

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
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

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
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,040 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $143, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Jose to Houston.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Southwest. Spirit Airlines is 63% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose to Houston one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $55. Users have also found prices from $129 and $137 on Frontier and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $370 for a flight from San Jose to Houston. The cheapest flight overall is $109 while the most popular route, (San Jose - Houston Hobby) is currently priced at $143.

  • 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$112Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$264Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$313Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$373Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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