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$164+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Hobby (HOU)

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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HOU
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Houston Hobby are usually found in September or January, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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

Round-trip from

$268
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$164
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$458
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 8/2311:50 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/302:30 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$268
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/275:55 amSFO - HOU
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
Wed 9/31:35 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$332
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 10/1611:59 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop9h 29mSun Country Air
Sun 10/198:58 amHOU - SFO
1 stop10h 05mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/28$335

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

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San Francisco

Fly to

Hobby

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

11:50 pm-9:44 am

1 stop7h 54m

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/30

2:30 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$268

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

12:20 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/3

5:35 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 45m

$327

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Thu 10/16

11:59 pm-11:28 am

1 stop9h 29m

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/19

8:58 am-5:03 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$335

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Sat 9/13

8:00 am-6:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$164

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

5:30 am-3:10 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$169

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Fri 8/15

11:59 pm-11:06 am

1 stop9h 07m

$173

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Sun 8/24

11:59 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$242

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/29

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Hobby. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport, you should look to book at least 66 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 San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons 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 Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 92% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $172.

What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 05m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Phoenix (PHX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 10m.

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 July 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport 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
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
7,977 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
333 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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

    For a flight from San Francisco to Houston Hobby, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Houston Hobby per day. 6 airlines have flights to Houston Hobby from San Francisco on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport round-trip from $268. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $327, and Sun Country Air, from $335. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $164. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Sun Country Air, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport for a low price.

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

    The most popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport is Denver.

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

    The majority of Denver visitors spend their time at Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre can be accessed by traveling approximately 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Those landing in Denver looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $73 per day.

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

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Dallas.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from San Francisco 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Hobby

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Hobby. 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$124Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$153Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$333Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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