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$118+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SFO
Jul 16 — Jul 231
Wed 7/16
Wed 7/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to San Francisco are usually found in February or September, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 July 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$235
(Southwest)

One-way from

$118
(Southwest)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$459
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 11, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Sat 8/308:45 amHOU - SFO
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Fri 9/53:50 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/9$235
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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.
Fri 8/222:30 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/2312:45 amSFO - HOU
1 stop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/10$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Fri 8/812:56 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Mon 8/1111:59 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Deal found 7/8$257

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

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/30

8:45 am-4:25 pm

2 stops9h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 9/5

3:50 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 25m

$235

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/22

8:51 am-2:27 pm

1 stop7h 36m

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

7:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$237

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/8

12:56 pm-6:46 pm

1 stop7h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

11:59 pm-9:26 am

1 stop7h 27m

$257

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/21

6:20 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$118

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/15

2:30 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$119

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/27

10:44 am-5:32 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$129

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/4

10:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops28h 15m

$217

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/7

6:24 pm-8:08 am

1 stop15h 44m

$218

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Deals found on 7/9

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 81 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 Hobby Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 Hobby 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 July 11, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport 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.

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 July 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,952 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
335 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Hobby?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Houston Hobby. Booking flights from Houston Hobby to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Houston Hobby from 6 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $235, Southwest will fly you from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $237 and $257, respectively. Southwest is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    $118 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $119 and $129, respectively.

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

    Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco flights have a layover in Denver most often.

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

    Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are currently the most popular points of interest in Denver at the moment. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall and Paramount Theatre are located about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can rent a car at Denver Intl for an average daily rate of $62 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Hobby Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 Hobby to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 July 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$110Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$152Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$330Average$491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$337Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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