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$72+ Cheap flights from Houston to San Jose (SJC)

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 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — SJC
abr. 2 — abr. 91
mié. 4/2
mié. 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to San Jose are usually found in September or August, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to San Jose (SJC). 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 marzo 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$145
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$72
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$470
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Cheapest flights from Houston to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 28, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/99:41 amIAH - SJC
1 stop11h 16mSpirit Airlines
mié. 4/162:04 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop6h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$177
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/2410:28 pmIAH - SJC
1 stop11h 01mMultiple Airlines
dom. 4/2712:34 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop19h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$235
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 4/186:00 amIAH - SJC
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
dom. 4/208:59 pmSJC - IAH
1 stop12h 10mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$270
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/710:36 amHOU - SJC
1 stop6h 22mFrontier
vie. 4/113:49 pmSJC - HOU
1 stop17h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/176:10 amIAH - SJC
1 stop18h 39mDelta
mar. 4/229:55 amSJC - IAH
1 stop11h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/27$323
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/45:54 pmIAH - SJC
1 stop16h 52mAlaska Airlines
mié. 6/117:52 amSJC - IAH
1 stop7h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$348
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/85:20 amIAH - SJC
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
lun. 5/121:11 pmSJC - IAH
Nonstop3h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$393
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.
mié. 5/285:00 amIAH - SJC
2 stops8h 58mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 5/316:00 amSJC - IAH
1 stop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$394
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/246:50 amHOU - SJC
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
lun. 5/266:35 amSJC - HOU
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$396
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/171:16 pmHOU - SJC
1 stop10h 40mDelta
lun. 4/216:15 amSJC - HOU
1 stop9h 33mDelta
Deal found 3/27$403
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
vie. 5/95:00 amHOU - SJC
1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines
dom. 6/86:00 amSJC - HOU
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$482

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to San Jose 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 marzo 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to San Jose that are best for you.

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Houston

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San Jose

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Depart

Return

Price

HoustonSan Jose

IAH - SJC

IAHSJC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 4/9

9:41 am-6:57 pm

1 stop11h 16m

San Jose

mié. 4/16

2:04 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$177

HoustonSan Jose

IAH - SJC

IAHSJC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 4/24

10:28 pm-7:29 am

1 stop11h 01m

San Jose

dom. 4/27

12:34 pm-10:31 am

1 stop19h 57m

$235

HoustonSan Jose

IAH - SJC

IAHSJC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

vie. 4/18

6:00 am-2:59 pm

1 stop10h 59m

San Jose

dom. 4/20

8:59 pm-11:09 am

1 stop12h 10m

$270

HoustonSan Jose

HOU - SJC

HOUSJC

Houston Hobby

lun. 4/7

10:36 am-2:58 pm

1 stop6h 22m

San Jose

vie. 4/11

3:49 pm-11:37 am

1 stop17h 48m

$280

HoustonSan Jose

IAH - SJC

IAHSJC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 4/17

6:10 am-10:49 pm

1 stop18h 39m

San Jose

mar. 4/22

9:55 am-11:20 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$323

HoustonSan Jose

IAH - SJC

IAHSJC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 6/4

5:54 pm-8:46 am

1 stop16h 52m

San Jose

mié. 6/11

7:52 am-4:54 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$348

HoustonSan Jose

IAH - SJC

IAHSJC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 5/8

5:20 am-10:02 am

1 stop6h 42m

San Jose

lun. 5/12

1:11 pm-6:54 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$393

HoustonSan Jose

IAH - SJC

IAHSJC

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 5/28

5:00 am-11:58 am

2 stops8h 58m

San Jose

sáb. 5/31

6:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$394

HoustonSan Jose

HOU - SJC

HOUSJC

Houston Hobby

sáb. 5/24

6:50 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 30m

San Jose

lun. 5/26

6:35 am-1:55 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$396

HoustonSan Jose

HOU - SJC

HOUSJC

Houston Hobby

jue. 4/17

1:16 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop10h 40m

San Jose

lun. 4/21

6:15 am-5:48 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$403

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to San Jose

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Houston to San Jose is 85 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 Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Houston to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $363). 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 SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated marzo 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Houston to San Jose in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Rainfall in San Jose by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Jose ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Jose when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Jose by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Jose, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated marzo 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Houston to San Jose. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,336 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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 Houston to San Jose. 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 Jose from Houston?

    Most people fly into San Jose (SJC) if they book a flight to San Jose from Houston. On average, San Jose has 1 inbound flight from Houston per day from 6 airlines. San Jose is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from San Jose’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston to San Jose round-trip from $145. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $240, and Delta, from $323. You may be able to fly from Houston to San Jose for 57% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $72 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $118 and Alaska Airlines from $157 one-way.

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

    While on average a flight from Houston to San Jose is generally $352, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $179. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - San Jose), you can expect to pay $176 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Houston to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $363). 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 Jose

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston to San Jose. 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 marzo 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$54Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$298Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$376Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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