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$74+ Cheap flights from Houston to San Diego (SAN)

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SAN
Dec 28 — Jan 41
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The best prices from Houston to San Diego are usually found in August or May, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to San Diego (SAN). 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 23, 2024.

Round-trip from

$140
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$74
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$478
From Houston to San Diego
One-way flight from Houston to San Diego
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Houston to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sun 12/296:26 pmIAH - SAN
1 stop5h 46mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/306:25 amSAN - IAH
1 stop27h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$242
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/296:26 pmIAH - SAN
1 stop5h 46mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/16:06 pmSAN - IAH
1 stop8h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$301
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Tue 12/249:40 amIAH - SAN
1 stop6h 24mFrontier
Sat 1/49:41 pmSAN - IAH
1 stop10h 23mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$310
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/297:50 pmIAH - SAN
Nonstop3h 36mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/303:37 pmSAN - IAH
Nonstop3h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$659
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Thu 12/266:03 amHOU - SAN
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Tue 1/286:15 amSAN - HOU
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/22$745
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/257:59 pmHOU - SAN
1 stop5h 55mFrontier
Fri 12/276:25 amSAN - HOU
1 stop10h 32mFrontier
Deal found 12/22$758
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/316:00 amHOU - SAN
1 stop8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/14:45 pmSAN - HOU
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$864
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sun 12/222:57 pmIAH - SAN
1 stop8h 09mDelta
Thu 1/26:15 amSAN - IAH
1 stop15h 43mDelta
Deal found 12/22$866
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sun 12/298:15 amHOU - SAN
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Thu 1/27:45 pmSAN - HOU
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$874
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sun 12/299:15 amIAH - SAN
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/34:35 pmSAN - IAH
1 stop5h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$894
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/316:51 pmIAH - SAN
1 stop15h 39mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/42:53 pmSAN - IAH
2 stops12h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/22$925

Find flights from Houston to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to San Diego 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 23, 2024.

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HoustonSan Diego

IAH - SAN

IAHSAN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/6

7:58 pm-11:54 am

1 stop17h 56m

San Diego

Fri 1/10

8:45 am-8:06 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$140

HoustonSan Diego

IAH - SAN

IAHSAN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/25

6:35 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop5h 43m

San Diego

Thu 2/6

1:31 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$144

HoustonSan Diego

IAH - SAN

IAHSAN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/28

10:07 pm-11:48 am

1 stop15h 41m

San Diego

Sun 3/2

7:41 pm-10:56 am

1 stop13h 15m

$154

HoustonSan Diego

HOU - SAN

HOUSAN

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/9

10:36 am-11:49 pm

1 stop15h 13m

San Diego

Sun 1/12

6:25 am-9:33 am

1 stop25h 08m

$158

HoustonSan Diego

IAH - SAN

IAHSAN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/12

7:35 am-5:17 pm

2 stops11h 42m

San Diego

Wed 2/19

6:15 am-11:59 pm

2 stops15h 44m

$338

HoustonSan Diego

IAH - SAN

IAHSAN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/7

8:20 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

San Diego

Fri 2/7

3:37 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

$365

HoustonSan Diego

HOU - SAN

HOUSAN

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/17

7:55 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

San Diego

Mon 1/20

7:25 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$366

HoustonSan Diego

HOU - SAN

HOUSAN

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/25

4:18 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop8h 06m

San Diego

Sun 2/2

4:50 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$384

HoustonSan Diego

IAH - SAN

IAHSAN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/3

12:09 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop5h 36m

San Diego

Mon 6/9

4:41 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$468

HoustonSan Diego

HOU - SAN

HOUSAN

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/24

2:57 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop10h 22m

San Diego

Mon 2/3

10:30 pm-10:04 am

1 stop9h 34m

$601

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Houston to San Diego is 50 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 Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Houston to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

When flying from Houston to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 26% versus a flight in the evening.

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

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

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

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier, Delta and Spirit Airlines from Houston to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.4
Good
9,020 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to San Diego. 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 Diego from Houston?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston to San Diego. 5 airlines have flights to San Diego from Houston on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston to San Diego should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from Houston per day.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($140), Spirit Airlines ($144), and Alaska Airlines ($338) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to San Diego. Frontier is priced at 59% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston to San Diego are Frontier ($74), Spirit Airlines ($81), and Delta ($167).

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

    While on average a flight from Houston to San Diego is generally $386, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $183. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - San Diego), you can expect to pay $114 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Houston to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$74Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$109Average$181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$219Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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