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$96+ Cheap flights from Houston to San Jose (SJC)

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 7/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SJC
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to San Jose are usually found in September or August, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to San Jose (SJC). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$196
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$96
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$484
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Cheapest flights from Houston to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/18:59 pmIAH - SJC
2 stops28h 35mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/96:30 amSJC - IAH
2 stops26h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$196
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/295:44 pmIAH - SJC
1 stop7h 33mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/1012:17 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop9h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$279
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 8/135:50 pmIAH - SJC
1 stop7h 10mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/188:00 amSJC - IAH
1 stop6h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$302
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/68:51 amHOU - SJC
1 stop9h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/146:00 amSJC - HOU
1 stop10h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 9/212:51 pmIAH - SJC
1 stop9h 51mDelta
Mon 9/83:17 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Deal found 6/11$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/119:15 amHOU - SJC
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Wed 10/156:45 amSJC - HOU
Nonstop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$325
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/146:00 amIAH - SJC
1 stop7h 22mFrontier
Sun 8/1712:18 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop9h 18mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$336
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 8/612:56 pmHOU - SJC
2 stops12h 40mDelta
Thu 8/1410:58 pmSJC - HOU
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/11$340
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/307:00 amIAH - SJC
1 stop10h 45mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 11/28:10 amSJC - IAH
1 stop8h 04mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$359

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to San Jose 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to San Jose that are best for you.

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San Jose

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Return

Price

HoustonSan Jose

IAH - SJC

IAHSJC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/1

8:59 pm-11:34 pm

2 stops28h 35m

San Jose

Wed 7/9

6:30 am-11:04 am

2 stops26h 34m

$196

HoustonSan Jose

IAH - SJC

IAHSJC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 8/13

5:50 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

San Jose

Mon 8/18

8:00 am-4:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$302

HoustonSan Jose

HOU - SJC

HOUSJC

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/6

8:51 am-4:36 pm

1 stop9h 45m

San Jose

Thu 8/14

6:00 am-6:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$305

HoustonSan Jose

IAH - SJC

IAHSJC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/2

12:51 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop9h 51m

San Jose

Mon 9/8

3:17 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$317

HoustonSan Jose

IAH - SJC

IAHSJC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/14

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop7h 22m

San Jose

Sun 8/17

12:18 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$336

HoustonSan Jose

HOU - SJC

HOUSJC

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/6

12:56 pm-11:36 pm

2 stops12h 40m

San Jose

Thu 8/14

10:58 pm-9:45 am

1 stop8h 47m

$340

HoustonSan Jose

HOU - SJC

HOUSJC

Houston Hobby

Sat 7/26

7:25 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 20m

San Jose

Mon 8/4

7:25 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$368

HoustonSan Jose

IAH - SJC

IAHSJC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/8

4:25 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$96

HoustonSan Jose

IAH - SJC

IAHSJC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop7h 16m

$119

HoustonSan Jose

HOU - SJC

HOUSJC

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/7

1:25 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to San Jose

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to San Jose

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to San Jose. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Houston to San Jose is 33 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Houston to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Houston to San Jose at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Rainfall in San Jose by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Jose ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Jose when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Jose by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Jose, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Houston to San Jose. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

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 Jose. 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 Jose from Houston?

    Most people fly into San Jose (SJC) if they book a flight to San Jose from Houston. On average, San Jose has 1 inbound flight from Houston per day from 6 airlines. San Jose is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from San Jose’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston to San Jose round-trip from $196. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $302, and American Airlines, from $305. You may be able to fly from Houston to San Jose for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $96 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $119 and Southwest from $149 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to San Jose?

    While on average a flight from Houston to San Jose is generally $430, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $169. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - San Jose), you can expect to pay $192 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Houston to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 Jose

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston to San Jose. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$280Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$371Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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