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$86+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to San Francisco (SFO)
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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAH — SFO
Nov 15 — Nov 221
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $180 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $87 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $398 |
Good round-trip deal | $376 or less |
Good one-way deal | $293 or less |
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Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 10/2210:12 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop14h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/256:44 amSFO - IAH
1 stop14h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$180
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 10/305:23 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop8h 46mFrontier
Tue 11/48:02 amSFO - IAH
1 stop26h 37mFrontier
Deal found 10/15![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/78:47 pmIAH - SFO
2 stops23h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/188:02 amSFO - IAH
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 10/3110:41 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop21h 02mFrontier
Sat 11/19:55 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop12h 21mFrontier
Deal found 10/15![Frontier logo]()
$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 11/272:59 pmIAH - SFO
2 stops18h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/42:13 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop7h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/204:25 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop17h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/278:53 pmSFO - IAH
2 stops15h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 10/2211:42 amIAH - SFO
1 stop25h 13mFrontier
Wed 11/58:55 pmSFO - IAH
2 stops44h 57mFrontier
Deal found 10/16![Frontier logo]()
$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/197:00 amIAH - SFO
2 stops15h 10mFrontier
Tue 12/210:10 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop19h 02mFrontier
Deal found 10/14![Frontier logo]()
$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 12/126:00 amIAH - SFO
1 stop12h 51mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/66:30 pmSFO - IAH
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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.
Tue 10/287:00 amIAH - SFO
2 stops16h 22mFrontier
Fri 10/319:55 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop17h 46mFrontier
Deal found 10/15![Frontier logo]()
$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Tue 10/2110:12 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop14h 43mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/319:55 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop17h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Tue 10/285:27 pmIAH - SFO
2 stops45h 33mFrontier
Thu 10/3010:11 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop19h 00mFrontier
Deal found 10/16![Frontier logo]()
$193
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Wed 2/4
7:00 am-6:27 pm
2 stops13h 27m
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7:30 am-11:59 pm
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$303
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7:00 am-1:50 pm
1 stop8h 50m
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2:21 pm-11:59 pm
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$322
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6:08 am-7:45 pm
2 stops15h 37m
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2:21 pm-11:59 pm
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$328
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6:08 am-6:53 pm
2 stops14h 45m
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10:24 pm-4:55 pm
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$333
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7:00 am-4:05 pm
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$334
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7:00 am-2:02 pm
1 stop9h 02m
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9:42 pm-4:55 pm
1 stop17h 13m
$342
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7:00 am-3:57 pm
2 stops10h 57m
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12:30 am-10:12 am
1 stop7h 42m
$355
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5:02 pm-7:26 pm
Nonstop4h 24m
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5:00 am-10:48 am
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$357
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Wed 12/3
4:23 pm-8:19 pm
1 stop5h 56m
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2:42 pm-8:31 pm
Nonstop3h 49m
$367
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IAH - SFO
IAHSFO
Houston George Bush Intcntl
Sat 11/15
7:00 am-7:47 pm
2 stops14h 47m
San Francisco
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8:00 am-6:26 pm
1 stop8h 26m
$368
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 71 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco (average of $116). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $213). 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 SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 16, 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 54% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on October 12, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 Francisco delayed?
About 15% of weekly flights between Houston and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 173 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Houston to San Francisco flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening 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 Sunday 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 Francisco flights?
Over the last year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 2% of flights being delayed.
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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated October 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.9
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.9
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.9
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.9
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Boarding
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.9
Food
7.3
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$126 | Average$233 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$158 | Average$279 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$298 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$294 | Average$497 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |