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$127+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to San Francisco (SFO)

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAH — SFO
Apr 1 — Apr 81
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Cheap flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$252
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$127
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$439

Good round-trip deal

$583 or less

Good one-way deal

$256 or less
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Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/23:20 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop12h 15mJetBlue
Mon 5/58:52 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop12h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 3/26$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/232:51 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Wed 4/303:33 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop6h 04mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$276
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 5/83:49 pmIAH - SFO
2 stops27h 24mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/116:09 pmSFO - IAH
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$316
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 5/155:54 pmIAH - SFO
2 stops15h 37mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/194:45 pmSFO - IAH
2 stops22h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 4/232:45 pmIAH - SFO
Nonstop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/304:35 pmSFO - IAH
Nonstop3h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/227:45 amIAH - SFO
1 stop6h 55mDelta
Wed 5/2811:15 amSFO - IAH
1 stop10h 06mDelta
Deal found 3/26$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 5/29:08 amIAH - SFO
1 stop10h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/412:24 amSFO - IAH
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$378
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Fri 8/295:55 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop7h 49mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 8/317:49 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop8h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/26$402

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

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HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/2

3:20 pm-1:35 am

1 stop12h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

8:52 pm-11:06 am

1 stop12h 14m

$273

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/23

2:51 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop9h 40m

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

3:33 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$276

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/8

3:49 pm-5:13 pm

2 stops27h 24m

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

6:09 pm-7:34 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$316

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/15

5:54 pm-7:31 am

2 stops15h 37m

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

4:45 pm-4:54 pm

2 stops22h 09m

$333

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/23

2:45 pm-5:12 pm

Nonstop4h 27m

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

4:35 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$349

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/22

7:45 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

11:15 am-11:21 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$352

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/2

9:08 am-5:26 pm

1 stop10h 18m

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

12:24 am-8:20 am

1 stop5h 56m

$378

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/9

10:21 pm-7:45 am

1 stop11h 24m

$127

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 6/12

7:55 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$185

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 4/14

5:25 am-5:07 pm

2 stops13h 42m

$189

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco trip
Airports
IAH

Check the IAH Depart tab on the airport website for current security wait times to plan your arrival efficiently.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
SFO

Use BART for an affordable 40-minute trip from SFO to downtown San Francisco. Purchase a Clipper Card for easy fare payment.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Best time to book a flight from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from George Bush Intcntl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 71 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 IAH to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 27, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 57% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated March 27, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from Houston to San Francisco 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.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco from Houston George Bush Intcntl, you will be flying to San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 20 flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco round-trip from $252. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are JetBlue, from $273, and Alaska Airlines, from $333. Users have found that Frontier is 39% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco are Frontier ($127), American Airlines ($185), and United Airlines ($200).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco?

    Consider Air China (97%), ANA (92%) or Asiana Airlines (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco is generally $1,670, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $168. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston George Bush Intcntl - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $272 for that flight.

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco 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 George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 5 airlines flying from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from George Bush Intcntl to San Francisco. 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 March 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$95Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$114Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$320Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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