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$101+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SFO
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to San Francisco are usually found in February or September, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 April 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$207
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$101
(CheapOair)

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Average price

$360
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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.
Tue 5/206:30 amIAH - SFO
1 stop10h 14mFrontier
Wed 5/288:45 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop11h 44mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$207
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.
Thu 8/1410:05 amHOU - SFO
1 stop10h 47mDelta
Wed 8/209:30 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop9h 46mDelta
Deal found 4/28$267
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.
Thu 8/146:30 amIAH - SFO
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Fri 8/221:00 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/28$267
This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/2512:32 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop11h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/36:00 amSFO - IAH
1 stop15h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$276
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 United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/289:30 pmIAH - SFO
Nonstop4h 04mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/410:50 amSFO - IAH
Nonstop4h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$309
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/56:30 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop30h 23mSun Country Air
Sat 6/76:14 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop21h 28mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/28$315
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/218:16 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 06mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/2312:24 amSFO - HOU
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$329
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/233:00 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Wed 7/305:25 amSFO - HOU
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$334
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
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:29 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/112:24 amSFO - IAH
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$369
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1211:40 amIAH - SFO
1 stop12h 38mJetBlue
Sun 6/1511:40 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop14h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 4/28$379

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to San Francisco 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to San Francisco that are best for you.

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HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/20

6:30 am-2:44 pm

1 stop10h 14m

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

8:45 pm-10:29 am

1 stop11h 44m

$207

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/14

1:00 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop9h 49m

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

9:30 pm-9:16 am

1 stop9h 46m

$267

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/14

2:40 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop11h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 8/18

12:40 am-9:51 am

1 stop7h 11m

$267

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/25

12:32 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop11h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-11:26 pm

1 stop15h 26m

$276

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

Wed 5/28

9:30 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop4h 04m

San Francisco

Wed 6/4

10:50 am-4:52 pm

Nonstop4h 02m

$309

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Thu 6/5

6:30 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop30h 23m

San Francisco

Sat 6/7

6:14 pm-5:42 pm

1 stop21h 28m

$315

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/21

5:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop6h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 5/27

11:30 pm-8:42 am

1 stop7h 12m

$329

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Wed 7/23

3:00 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop5h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 7/30

5:25 am-3:00 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$334

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/11

8:00 am-3:52 pm

1 stop9h 52m

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-6:23 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$348

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The best insider tips for Houston to San Francisco flights

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

Check security wait times on the IAH Depart tab for all terminals to save time before your flight.

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SFO

Use BART for a cost-effective trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco, taking about 40 minutes.

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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 Houston to San Francisco

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston 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 to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 65 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 to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Houston 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 HOU to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to San Francisco, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
4,292 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,402 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,561 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

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 Houston to San Francisco. 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 into for flights to San Francisco from Houston?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Houston. On average, San Francisco has 0 inbound flights from Houston per day from 6 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $207, Frontier will fly you from Houston to San Francisco and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $267 and $303, respectively. You may be able to fly from Houston to San Francisco for 45% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $101. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Sun Country Air, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to San Francisco for a low price.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Houston to San Francisco?

    Most of the time, Houston to San Francisco flights that have layovers will stop in Denver.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Denver?

    Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and 16th Street Mall are currently the most popular points of interest in Denver at the moment. Those on a layover in Denver interested in visiting Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, or 16th Street Mall can do so by traveling 18.4 mi, 18.6 mi, and 18.7 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Those landing in Denver looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $42 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Houston to San Francisco flights?

    Flights departing from Houston and landing in San Francisco layover in Dallas least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston 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 to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Houston 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 6 airlines flying from Houston to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$110Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$112Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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