Plan to arrive at SAN at least two hours before your flight to avoid stress from potential traffic congestion near the airport.
$85+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Hobby (HOU)
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SAN — HOU
Oct 11 — Oct 181
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from | $169 (American Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $85 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $357 |
Good round-trip deal | $342 or less |
Good one-way deal | $172 or less |
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to HobbyExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 11/13:14 pmSAN - HOU
1 stop5h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/156:37 pmHOU - SAN
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10![American Airlines logo]()
$169
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/252:29 pmSAN - HOU
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/16:39 pmHOU - SAN
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10![American Airlines logo]()
$170
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 11/66:35 pmSAN - HOU
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Mon 11/106:10 amHOU - SAN
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11![Southwest logo]()
$181
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/146:15 amSAN - HOU
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/176:11 pmHOU - SAN
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$185
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 10/46:15 amSAN - HOU
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/56:00 amHOU - SAN
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10![American Airlines logo]()
$186
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/303:05 pmSAN - HOU
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Mon 11/106:10 amHOU - SAN
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$191
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 11/51:30 pmSAN - HOU
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Tue 11/118:00 amHOU - SAN
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$225
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/286:15 amSAN - HOU
1 stop9h 33mDelta
Tue 11/42:22 pmHOU - SAN
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Deal found 9/11![Delta logo]()
$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/308:00 amSAN - HOU
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Fri 10/31:13 pmHOU - SAN
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Deal found 9/10![Delta logo]()
$238
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 11/66:35 pmSAN - HOU
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Tue 11/116:00 amHOU - SAN
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11![Southwest logo]()
$241
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 11/47:00 amSAN - HOU
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Sat 11/88:15 pmHOU - SAN
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11![Southwest logo]()
$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/89:15 amSAN - HOU
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Sat 11/158:45 amHOU - SAN
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10![Southwest logo]()
$247
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.
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Hobby
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Price
San DiegoHouston
SAN - HOU
SANHOU
San Diego
Wed 10/22
3:14 pm-10:14 pm
1 stop5h 00m
Houston Hobby
Thu 10/23
6:11 pm-9:41 pm
1 stop5h 30m
$185
San DiegoHouston
SAN - HOU
SANHOU
San Diego
Thu 10/30
3:05 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop5h 20m
Houston Hobby
Mon 11/10
6:10 am-7:40 am
Nonstop3h 30m
$191
San DiegoHouston
SAN - HOU
SANHOU
San Diego
Tue 10/28
6:15 am-5:48 pm
1 stop9h 33m
Houston Hobby
Tue 11/4
2:22 pm-9:20 pm
1 stop8h 58m
$237
San DiegoHouston
SAN - HOU
SANHOU
San Diego
Sat 11/8
9:15 am-3:50 pm
1 stop4h 35m
Houston Hobby
Sat 11/15
8:45 am-10:15 am
Nonstop3h 30m
$247
San DiegoHouston
SAN - HOU
SANHOU
San Diego
Wed 10/8
6:15 pm-11:25 pm
Nonstop3h 10m
Houston Hobby
Wed 10/15
7:50 am-9:10 am
Nonstop3h 20m
$261
San DiegoHouston
SAN - HOU
SANHOU
San Diego
Thu 11/6
4:44 pm-11:57 pm
1 stop5h 13m
Houston Hobby
Tue 11/11
6:00 am-9:56 am
1 stop5h 56m
$266
San DiegoHouston
SAN - HOU
SANHOU
San Diego
Wed 12/10
12:40 pm-5:55 pm
Nonstop3h 15m
Houston Hobby
Mon 12/15
6:00 am-9:00 am
1 stop5h 00m
$269
San DiegoHouston
SAN - HOU
SANHOU
San Diego
Wed 11/12
7:00 am-12:10 pm
Nonstop3h 10m
Houston Hobby
Mon 11/17
2:35 pm-7:00 pm
2 stops6h 25m
$279
San DiegoHouston
SAN - HOU
SANHOU
San Diego
Thu 11/6
8:55 am-5:15 pm
2 stops6h 20m
Houston Hobby
Tue 11/11
8:00 am-9:30 am
Nonstop3h 30m
$279
San DiegoHouston
SAN - HOU
SANHOU
San Diego
Wed 10/29
5:10 pm-12:15 am
1 stop5h 05m
Houston Hobby
Sat 11/1
5:40 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop5h 20m
$287
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Hobby. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.
The best time to book flights from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport is 72 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 San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 SAN to HOU?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Hobby. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 64% of 1-stop itineraries from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 59m.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 59m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 06m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Diego to Houston Hobby Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$115 | Average$164 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$121 | Average$217 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$176 | Average$446 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$236 | Average$384 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$265 | Average$489 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$279 | Average$447 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |