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$63+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston

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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HOU
Dec 25 — Jan 11
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Wed 1/1
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH) to Houston (HO1). 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 December 20, 2024.

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$175
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$63
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 20, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:29 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop10h 41mFrontier
Tue 1/141:14 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop12h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/19$188
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/317:26 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop13h 44mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/46:05 amIAH - SJC
1 stop16h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$213
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/309:24 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop15h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/610:35 pmIAH - SJC
1 stop13h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/20$259
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Tue 12/315:30 amOAK - IAH
1 stop8h 16mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/610:35 pmIAH - OAK
1 stop13h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/19$376
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:29 pmSFO - HOU
2 stops18h 40mFrontier
Mon 1/67:59 pmHOU - SFO
2 stops13h 15mFrontier
Deal found 12/19$391
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/317:30 amSFO - HOU
1 stop10h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/146:45 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/19$408
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/308:10 pmSJC - HOU
2 stops44h 59mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/67:59 pmHOU - SJC
2 stops29h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$429
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/253:03 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop7h 38mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/77:35 amIAH - SFO
2 stops10h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$430
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2512:30 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Mon 12/308:20 pmIAH - SJC
1 stop16h 00mFrontier
Deal found 12/19$444
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sun 12/299:25 pmOAK - IAH
3 stops21h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/510:35 pmIAH - OAK
2 stops16h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$471
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Tue 12/3112:55 pmSFO - IAH
2 stops14h 45mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/147:35 amIAH - SFO
1 stop10h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/19$511
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2012:35 pmSJC - HOU
1 stop27h 53mFrontier
Fri 1/37:47 pmHOU - SJC
1 stop16h 53mFrontier
Deal found 12/19$518

Find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston 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 December 20, 2024.

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OaklandHouston

OAK - IAH

OAKIAH

Oakland

Tue 1/7

4:52 pm-4:50 am

2 stops9h 58m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/9

9:03 pm-6:47 am

1 stop11h 44m

$175

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Mon 2/17

8:06 am-9:40 pm

1 stop11h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/4

7:00 am-1:33 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$184

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

11:33 am-8:06 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/30

7:35 am-4:31 pm

2 stops10h 56m

$185

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Sun 2/9

9:34 pm-11:23 am

1 stop11h 49m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/20

5:55 am-8:23 pm

2 stops16h 28m

$190

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Thu 1/9

11:49 am-9:33 am

2 stops19h 44m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/13

10:36 am-9:53 am

2 stops25h 17m

$190

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Wed 2/5

5:55 am-1:25 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/5

2:31 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$193

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Fri 1/17

3:13 pm-11:23 am

2 stops18h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/19

5:35 am-12:11 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$195

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

2:43 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/28

7:35 am-1:47 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$198

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Fri 1/17

1:11 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/20

5:35 am-12:11 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$208

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Tue 1/14

10:18 am-7:47 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/21

6:45 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$218

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston (average of $230). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 XIH to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 20, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Houston by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated December 20, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, Southwest and American Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,547 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,601 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,788 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,041 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $63. Frontier flights start at $73 while deals on American Airlines start at $109 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston?

    The most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston is San Francisco - Houston Hobby. You may also consider San Francisco - Houston George Bush Intcntl or San Jose - Houston Hobby.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston (average of $230). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 Bay Area to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Houston. 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 December 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$108Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$118Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$284Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$350Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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