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$81+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Hobby (HOU)

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 3/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HOU
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Houston Hobby are usually found in September or August, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Hobby (HOU). 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.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$172
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$81
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$486
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/68:10 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop11h 26mFrontier
Wed 3/1210:36 amHOU - SFO
1 stop16h 07mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$172
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2011:59 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop9h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/298:14 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$279
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.
Tue 4/296:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop9h 50mDelta
Wed 4/3010:36 amHOU - SFO
1 stop9h 26mDelta
Deal found 2/19$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.
Wed 5/147:20 amSFO - HOU
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/198:16 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$290
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/83:45 pmSFO - HOU
2 stops15h 25mSouthwest
Tue 4/157:20 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$300
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/96:25 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop21h 11mSun Country Air
Sun 7/136:35 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop15h 33mSun Country Air
Deal found 2/19$385

Find flights from San Francisco to Hobby within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Hobby 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.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Hobby

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Thu 3/6

8:10 pm-9:36 am

1 stop11h 26m

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/12

10:36 am-12:43 am

1 stop16h 07m

$172

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Thu 3/20

11:59 pm-11:04 am

1 stop9h 05m

Houston Hobby

Sat 3/29

8:14 pm-12:43 am

1 stop6h 29m

$279

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

6:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/30

10:36 am-6:02 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$289

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

7:20 am-6:01 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/19

8:16 pm-12:23 am

1 stop6h 07m

$290

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

3:45 pm-9:10 am

2 stops15h 25m

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/15

7:20 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$300

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Wed 7/9

6:25 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop21h 11m

Houston Hobby

Sun 7/13

6:35 pm-8:08 am

1 stop15h 33m

$385

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Thu 3/27

8:00 pm-9:36 am

1 stop11h 36m

$81

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

5:55 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops16h 35m

$130

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Wed 3/26

11:59 pm-8:38 am

1 stop6h 39m

$144

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Mon 4/7

10:40 pm-9:28 am

1 stop8h 48m

$145

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Deals found on 2/19

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Hobby in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 San Francisco-Houston Hobby Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Houston Hobby Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Houston Hobby Airport 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 San Francisco-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Hobby

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Hobby

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport, you should look to book at least 55 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 San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport 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 SFO to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Hobby. 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.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Hobby by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby Airport when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Hobby by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston Hobby Airport, 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 Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Houston, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

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.

Sun Country Air
7.0
Good
374 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

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.

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,355 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sarah,Aug 2024

MDW - AUS

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 to Hobby. 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 from for flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Houston Hobby, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Houston Hobby per day. 6 airlines have flights to Houston Hobby from San Francisco on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport round-trip from $172. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $289, and American Airlines, from $290. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport for 59% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $81. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport for a low price.

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

    The most popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport is Denver.

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

    The majority of Denver visitors spend their time at Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre can be accessed by traveling approximately 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 San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

    Of the flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Dallas.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport 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 to Hobby

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Hobby. 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
FrontierCheapest$124Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$324Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$428Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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