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$101+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to San Francisco (SFO)

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IAH — SFO
May 4 — May 111
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Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$207
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$101
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$434

Good round-trip deal

$536 or less

Good one-way deal

$259 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco
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 April 29, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1212:54 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop5h 55mFrontier
Tue 5/133:34 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop6h 19mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/255:08 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop6h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/310:10 amSFO - IAH
2 stops11h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$277
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/285:50 pmIAH - SFO
2 stops16h 39mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/611:00 amSFO - IAH
2 stops17h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sun 5/256:20 amIAH - SFO
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Tue 6/39:51 amSFO - IAH
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/28$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 7/43:37 pmIAH - SFO
Nonstop4h 08mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/712:30 amSFO - IAH
Nonstop4h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:11 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/46:15 amSFO - IAH
1 stop11h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$310
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/118:00 amIAH - SFO
1 stop9h 52mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/166:00 amSFO - IAH
1 stop10h 23mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/28$348

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

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HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/12

12:54 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop5h 55m

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

3:34 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$205

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/25

5:08 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop6h 11m

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

10:10 am-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 49m

$277

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 7/28

5:50 pm-8:29 am

2 stops16h 39m

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

11:00 am-6:20 am

2 stops17h 20m

$303

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/25

6:20 am-10:10 am

1 stop5h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

9:51 am-5:56 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$307

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 7/4

10:15 am-12:16 pm

Nonstop4h 01m

San Francisco

Tue 7/8

11:59 pm-5:45 am

Nonstop3h 46m

$309

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/1

6:11 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 45m

San Francisco

Fri 7/4

6:15 am-7:25 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$310

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/6

6:30 am-2:44 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$103

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/18

4:30 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$154

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/20

5:04 pm-7:31 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

$155

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/17

6:30 am-9:21 pm

1 stop16h 51m

$156

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Francisco 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 Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >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.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Francisco 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 Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco trip
Airports
IAH

Check the IAH Depart tab on the airport website for current security wait times to plan your arrival efficiently.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
SFO

Use BART for an affordable 40-minute trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco. Purchase a Clipper Card for easy fare payment.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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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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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from George Bush Intcntl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco?

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 April 25, 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 39 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 $276). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 April 29, 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 57% 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 March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

The most flights from IAH to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (34 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 April 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from Houston to San Francisco to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco from Houston George Bush Intcntl, you will be flying to San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 29 flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco round-trip from $207. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $267, and Alaska Airlines, from $303. Users have found that Frontier is 49% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco are Frontier ($101), Delta ($134), and United Airlines ($155).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco?

    Consider Air China (100%), ANA (97%) or Asiana Airlines (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco is generally $1,206, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $174. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston George Bush Intcntl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $201 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco 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 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 $276). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 5 airlines flying from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$95Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$114Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$321Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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