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$81+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to San Diego (SAN)
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IAH — SAN
Dec 6 — Dec 131
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $181 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $81 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $420 |
Good round-trip deal | $417 or less |
Good one-way deal | $195 or less |
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Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to San DiegoExplore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/286:45 amIAH - SAN
1 stop19h 14mFrontier
Wed 12/36:25 amSAN - IAH
1 stop7h 02mFrontier
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/117:24 pmIAH - SAN
2 stops46h 28mFrontier
Thu 12/181:06 pmSAN - IAH
1 stop22h 21mFrontier
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/189:55 amIAH - SAN
1 stop28h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/241:06 pmSAN - IAH
1 stop13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 12/63:31 pmIAH - SAN
1 stop6h 36mFrontier
Mon 12/86:34 amSAN - IAH
1 stop15h 57mFrontier
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/286:45 amIAH - SAN
1 stop19h 14mFrontier
Tue 12/26:25 amSAN - IAH
1 stop16h 06mFrontier
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/2012:10 pmIAH - SAN
2 stops37h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/248:39 amSAN - IAH
1 stop26h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/511:32 amIAH - SAN
1 stop9h 43mFrontier
Sun 12/76:34 amSAN - IAH
2 stops13h 14mFrontier
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$191
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 11/138:48 pmIAH - SAN
1 stop29h 02mFrontier
Thu 11/208:39 amSAN - IAH
1 stop9h 56mFrontier
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/266:04 amIAH - SAN
2 stops27h 50mFrontier
Thu 12/116:34 amSAN - IAH
1 stop15h 57mFrontier
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/2410:35 pmIAH - SAN
1 stop13h 22mFrontier
Sat 12/279:32 amSAN - IAH
1 stop10h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 11/239:15 pmIAH - SAN
1 stop12h 29mFrontier
Tue 12/26:25 amSAN - IAH
2 stops10h 53mFrontier
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 11/266:04 amIAH - SAN
2 stops27h 50mFrontier
Tue 12/26:25 amSAN - IAH
1 stop16h 06mFrontier
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$200
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IAH - SAN
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Thu 12/11
10:28 pm-2:10 pm
1 stop17h 42m
San Diego
Mon 12/15
3:05 pm-7:12 pm
2 stops26h 07m
$208
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IAH - SAN
IAHSAN
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Mon 11/17
8:48 pm-12:07 pm
1 stop17h 19m
San Diego
Wed 11/19
1:37 pm-10:53 am
1 stop19h 16m
$222
HoustonSan Diego
IAH - SAN
IAHSAN
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Thu 11/13
8:06 pm-12:35 pm
1 stop18h 29m
San Diego
Sun 11/16
6:41 am-10:37 am
1 stop25h 56m
$367
HoustonSan Diego
IAH - SAN
IAHSAN
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sun 12/7
6:08 am-12:47 pm
1 stop8h 39m
San Diego
Mon 12/8
8:59 pm-6:20 pm
1 stop19h 21m
$401
HoustonSan Diego
IAH - SAN
IAHSAN
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Wed 12/3
8:30 am-1:04 pm
1 stop6h 34m
San Diego
Wed 12/10
10:23 am-3:35 pm
Nonstop3h 12m
$419
HoustonSan Diego
IAH - SAN
IAHSAN
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sun 12/7
6:25 pm-7:56 pm
Nonstop3h 31m
San Diego
Wed 12/10
12:08 pm-5:20 pm
Nonstop3h 12m
$427
HoustonSan Diego
IAH - SAN
IAHSAN
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Tue 1/6
8:15 pm-9:56 pm
Nonstop3h 41m
San Diego
Fri 1/16
1:51 pm-7:10 pm
Nonstop3h 19m
$427
HoustonSan Diego
IAH - SAN
IAHSAN
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Mon 1/12
12:40 pm-5:28 pm
1 stop6h 48m
San Diego
Wed 1/14
10:26 am-3:40 pm
Nonstop3h 14m
$429
HoustonSan Diego
IAH - SAN
IAHSAN
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Thu 12/18
8:15 pm-9:56 pm
Nonstop3h 41m
San Diego
Wed 12/24
6:15 am-3:04 pm
1 stop6h 49m
$429
HoustonSan Diego
IAH - SAN
IAHSAN
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Fri 1/23
4:55 pm-6:36 pm
Nonstop3h 41m
San Diego
Mon 1/26
1:51 pm-7:10 pm
Nonstop3h 19m
$437
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from George Bush Intcntl to San Diego. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego (average of $54). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego in August is currently the most expensive (average of $123). 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 IAH to SAN?
Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 6, 2025.
When flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 4% versus a flight in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from George Bush Intcntl to San Diego. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from Houston to San Diego delayed?
About 18% of weekly flights between Houston and San Diego have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 150 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Houston to San Diego flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Houston to San Diego flights?
Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest layover option from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 52m.
What’s the fastest layover option from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 52m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 02m.
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Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated November 6, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Diego 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
6.6
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Boarding
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
Food
6.6
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Boarding
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
Food
6.6
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Boarding
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
Food
6.6
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Boarding
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
Food
6.6
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.1
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
7.4
Boarding
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreSebrena,Oct 2025
IAH - RSW
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$113 | Average$192 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$120 | Average$199 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$485 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$320 | Average$484 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |