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$70+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 3/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Houston to San Francisco are usually found in September or January, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$129
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$386
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/62:00 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop10h 53mFrontier
Tue 3/1112:15 amSFO - IAH
1 stop12h 51mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$129
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/510:36 amHOU - SFO
1 stop16h 07mFrontier
Fri 3/78:10 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop21h 14mFrontier
Deal found 2/18$140
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/64:00 pmIAH - SFO
3 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/128:40 amSFO - IAH
2 stops8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$208
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/69:01 pmIAH - SFO
Nonstop4h 34mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/912:43 amSFO - IAH
Nonstop3h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$270
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/1710:36 amHOU - SFO
1 stop28h 57mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/2011:59 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$284
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/108:16 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/1411:59 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/76:18 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/812:47 amSFO - IAH
1 stop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/75:20 amHOU - SFO
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Wed 4/95:15 amSFO - HOU
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/210:41 amHOU - SFO
1 stop9h 21mDelta
Mon 5/511:55 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Deal found 2/19$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/296:10 amIAH - SFO
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Mon 3/3112:30 amSFO - IAH
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Deal found 2/20$314
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/87:30 amIAH - SFO
1 stop10h 26mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/148:55 pmSFO - IAH
2 stops25h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$418

Find flights from Houston to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to San Francisco 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 February 20, 2025.

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Houston

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San Francisco

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Return

Price

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/6

2:00 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop10h 53m

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

12:15 am-3:06 pm

1 stop12h 51m

$129

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/2

10:36 am-12:44 am

1 stop16h 08m

San Francisco

Sun 4/6

6:00 am-9:32 am

1 stop25h 32m

$136

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/6

4:00 pm-11:45 pm

3 stops33h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

8:40 am-7:00 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$208

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/6

9:01 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop4h 34m

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

12:43 am-6:30 am

Nonstop3h 47m

$270

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/17

10:36 am-1:33 pm

1 stop28h 57m

San Francisco

Thu 3/20

11:59 pm-11:04 am

1 stop9h 05m

$284

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Thu 3/13

6:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop9h 51m

San Francisco

Mon 3/17

9:30 pm-9:36 am

1 stop10h 06m

$289

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 4/7

6:18 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

12:47 am-8:23 am

1 stop5h 36m

$289

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/7

5:20 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 4/9

5:15 am-3:10 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$303

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/10

5:00 am-9:26 am

1 stop6h 26m

San Francisco

Sat 4/12

6:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$314

HoustonSan Francisco

IAH - SFO

IAHSFO

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/29

6:10 am-10:14 am

1 stop6h 04m

San Francisco

Mon 3/31

12:30 am-10:11 am

1 stop7h 41m

$314

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 64 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 to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Houston to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 February 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 33% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon 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 February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to San Francisco, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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 Francisco. 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 Francisco from Houston?

    Most people fly into San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight to San Francisco from Houston. On average, San Francisco has 0 inbound flights from Houston per day from 6 airlines. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $129, Frontier will fly you from Houston to San Francisco and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $269 and $289, respectively. You may be able to fly from Houston to San Francisco for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $70. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to San Francisco for a low price.

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

    Most of the time, Houston to San Francisco flights that have layovers will stop in Denver.

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

    Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are currently the most popular points of interest in Denver at the moment. Those on a layover in Denver interested in visiting Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, or Paramount Theatre can do so by traveling 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 $47 per day.

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

    Flights departing from Houston and landing in San Francisco layover in Dallas least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Houston to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 Houston to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$95Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$110Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$125Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$310Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$403Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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