$117+ Cheap flights from Houston to Salinas, CA, CA
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HOU — SFO
Feb 27 — Mar 61
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Houston to SalinasExplore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/66:05 am
IAH
- SFO
1 stop15h 09m
Frontier
Mon 3/98:43 am
SFO
- IAH
1 stop10h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27![Frontier logo]()
$268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/133:16 pm
IAH
- SFO
Nonstop4h 32m
United Airlines
Mon 3/1611:59 pm
SFO
- IAH
Nonstop3h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27![United Airlines logo]()
$269
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/512:55 pm
IAH
- SFO
1 stop6h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/98:18 pm
SFO
- IAH
2 stops34h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$270
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 2/275:33 pm
IAH
- SFO
1 stop8h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/37:50 am
SFO
- IAH
2 stops14h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/28![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$271
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/44:08 pm
IAH
- SFO
1 stop9h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/98:18 pm
SFO
- IAH
2 stops34h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$272
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/56:39 am
IAH
- SFO
2 stops14h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/177:32 pm
SFO
- IAH
1 stop8h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$273
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/68:02 pm
IAH
- SFO
1 stop6h 26m
Frontier
Sat 2/216:15 am
SFO
- IAH
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27![Frontier logo]()
$274
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 3/66:05 am
IAH
- SFO
1 stop15h 09m
Frontier
Tue 3/106:00 am
SFO
- IAH
1 stop16h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27![Frontier logo]()
$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/88:41 pm
IAH
- SFO
2 stops16h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/168:09 pm
SFO
- IAH
1 stop7h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/810:12 pm
IAH
- SFO
1 stop13h 41m
Frontier
Tue 2/1010:58 pm
SFO
- IAH
2 stops18h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26![Frontier logo]()
$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 4/249:33 pm
IAH
- SFO
1 stop17h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/265:49 pm
SFO
- IAH
2 stops28h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/910:14 pm
IAH
- SFO
1 stop22h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/1110:58 pm
SFO
- IAH
2 stops23h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$279
Find flight deals from Houston to Salinas
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Houston to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated January 28, 2026.
Round-trip from | $268 (Frontier) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $117 (CheapOair) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $359 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Salinas 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 January 28, 2026.
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Return
Price
HoustonSan Francisco
IAH - SFO
IAHSFO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Wed 5/13
8:20 am-10:42 am
Nonstop4h 22m
San Francisco
Sat 5/16
6:55 pm-12:56 am
Nonstop4h 01m
$269
HoustonSan Francisco
IAH - SFO
IAHSFO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sun 3/1
5:00 am-7:31 am
Nonstop4h 31m
San Francisco
Fri 3/6
12:43 am-6:32 am
Nonstop3h 49m
$269
HoustonSan Francisco
IAH - SFO
IAHSFO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Wed 2/25
9:40 am-12:11 pm
Nonstop4h 31m
San Francisco
Wed 3/4
7:18 am-1:11 pm
Nonstop3h 53m
$269
HoustonSan Francisco
IAH - SFO
IAHSFO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Thu 4/9
5:00 am-7:16 am
Nonstop4h 16m
San Francisco
Sat 4/11
6:55 pm-12:57 am
Nonstop4h 02m
$269
HoustonSan Francisco
IAH - SFO
IAHSFO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Fri 3/13
3:16 pm-5:48 pm
Nonstop4h 32m
San Francisco
Mon 3/16
11:59 pm-5:46 am
Nonstop3h 47m
$269
HoustonSan Francisco
IAH - SFO
IAHSFO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Thu 2/12
5:33 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop8h 11m
San Francisco
Tue 2/17
7:50 am-5:53 pm
1 stop8h 03m
$281
HoustonSan Francisco
HOU - SFO
HOUSFO
Houston Hobby
Fri 4/24
5:23 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop8h 32m
San Francisco
Mon 4/27
11:39 pm-9:51 am
1 stop8h 12m
$289
HoustonSan Francisco
IAH - SFO
IAHSFO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Fri 7/24
2:35 pm-9:35 pm
1 stop9h 00m
San Francisco
Tue 7/28
12:40 am-9:59 am
1 stop7h 19m
$289
HoustonSan Francisco
IAH - SFO
IAHSFO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Thu 4/2
6:45 am-12:07 pm
1 stop7h 22m
San Francisco
Sun 4/5
6:00 am-2:12 pm
1 stop6h 12m
$289
HoustonSan Francisco
IAH - SFO
IAHSFO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Thu 2/19
4:43 pm-11:47 pm
1 stop9h 04m
San Francisco
Wed 2/25
4:02 pm-11:37 pm
1 stop5h 35m
$291
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to Salinas?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Salinas. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.
Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston to Salinas. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Salinas?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Salinas (average of $95). Flying from Houston to Salinas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $244). 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 HOU to S9N?
Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 28, 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Salinas at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 40% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Salinas?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Salinas. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Salinas flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated January 28, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Houston to Salinas to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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Top 6 airlines flying from Houston to Salinas
Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Salinas. 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 January 28, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$47 | Average$262 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$114 | Average$263 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$139 | Average$386 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$184 | Average$453 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$184 | Average$420 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$253 | Average$467 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |