How many flights from Houston to San Francisco are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 15.9% of flights from Houston to San Francisco were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant majority of routes involve at least one connection.

What's the flight time from Houston to San Francisco?

The typical direct flight time from Houston to San Francisco is 4 hours and 12 minutes, covering a distance of 2629 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 9 hours and 29 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey, as connecting flights can more than double the total travel duration.

How much more do direct flights from Houston to San Francisco cost?

Historically, direct flights from Houston to San Francisco are approximately 10% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight was $477, while connecting flights had a median price of $434. Direct flights constituted about 15.7% of the available options in the trailing 90 days, indicating they are less common but offer a premium for convenience.

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Houston to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to San Francisco

For cheap flights from Houston to San Francisco, fares typically range from $330–$701, with a median of $456. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Houston to San Francisco? The data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $263. Following closely are January, with a median fare of $359, and November, where the median fare is $390.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 15.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

A typical journey from Houston to San Francisco takes approximately 4h 10m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, with connecting flights having a median journey time of 17h 11m, while non-stop flights take 4h 10m.

The distance between Houston and San Francisco is 2629 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance influences the overall travel time and the prevalence of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Houston to San Francisco

Regular price: $203 - $426

Prices for flights from Houston to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Houston to San Francisco is typically between $203 and $426. The current lowest deal is $103 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Dec 7-Dec 9.

now $103

Low $203

High $426

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to San Francisco

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to San Francisco is February, with a median price of $263. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1680. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $263

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,680

Jan

Feb

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Houston to San Francisco

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to San Francisco

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Francisco

Houston (IAH) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$211

$143

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Francisco

Houston (IAH) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$228

$202

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Francisco

Houston (IAH) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$209

$175

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Francisco

Houston (IAH) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$209

$200

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Francisco

Houston (IAH) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$220

$119

One-way

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Francisco

Houston (IAH) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$177

$143

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to San Francisco

2 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 29

$400 → $410

1 night

Oct 30 - Oct 31

$389 → $418

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

$304 → $748

146%

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Houston - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Houston to San Francisco are below the typical level at $103.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $263.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 10m

Direct flights to San Francisco typically take 4h 10m, while connecting flights average 17h 11m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 84.1% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Frontier Airlines had a recent deal for $103 from December 7-December 9.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Houston to San Francisco are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers flights to San Francisco, providing a departure option for your journey.

📍 ~25 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$109

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport offers flights to San Francisco, providing a departure option for your journey.

📍 ~16 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$246

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a major hub, offering many connections to San Francisco and beyond.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$109

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a useful alternative with extensive domestic options and direct BART rail access.

📍 ~20 km from San Francisco (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$133

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Houston to San Francisco is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $510. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made closer to the travel date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $896. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows higher average prices, around $726, compared to the 28-59 day window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Houston to San Francisco is considered to be $330 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $456. Prices above $701 are typically in the higher range for this route. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target fares at or below the $330 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Houston to San Francisco are February, with a median price of $263, and January, with a median price of $359. November also shows a relatively lower median price of $390. The annual median price for this route is $456, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Houston to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to San Francisco

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with only 15.9% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of connections is 2.

How much is a round trip from Houston to San Francisco

Regular price: $203 - $426

Prices for flights from Houston to San Francisco are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Houston to San Francisco is typically between $203 and $426. The current lowest deal is $103 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Dec 7-Dec 9.

now $103

Low $203

High $426

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to San Francisco

February

Cheapest

Flights from $263

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,680

Jan

Feb

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Houston to San Francisco

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to San Francisco

Tue, Nov 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Francisco

Houston (IAH) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$211

$143

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Francisco

Houston (IAH) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$228

$202

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Francisco

Houston (IAH) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$209

$175

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Francisco

Houston (IAH) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$209

$200

One-way

Tue, Nov 17

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Francisco

Houston (IAH) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$220

$119

One-way

Wed, Nov 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - San Francisco

Houston (IAH) - San Francisco (SFO)

Frontier Airlines

$177

$143

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to San Francisco

2 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 29

$400 → $410

1 night

Oct 30 - Oct 31

$389 → $418

2 nights

Oct 29 - Oct 31

$304 → $748

146%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to San Francisco

Houston - San Francisco route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Houston to San Francisco are below the typical level at $103.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $263.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 10m

Direct flights to San Francisco typically take 4h 10m, while connecting flights average 17h 11m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 84.1% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Frontier Airlines had a recent deal for $103 from December 7-December 9.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Houston to San Francisco are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers flights to San Francisco, providing a departure option for your journey.

📍 ~25 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$109

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport offers flights to San Francisco, providing a departure option for your journey.

📍 ~16 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$246

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a major hub, offering many connections to San Francisco and beyond.

📍 ~18 km from San Francisco (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$109

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a useful alternative with extensive domestic options and direct BART rail access.

San Francisco, United States

74% AI deal score

$1,205

$1,070

Save $135

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

Cheap Flights from Houston to San Francisco

Today’s best flight deals from Houston to San Francisco

Houston to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Houston to San Francisco

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to San Francisco

Direct flights from Houston to San Francisco

Last-minute flights going from Houston to San Francisco

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to San Francisco

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to San Francisco

Houston - San Francisco route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights take 4h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Houston main airports to depart from

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

Best Elite deals to San Francisco

Dec 07

Dec 08

Nov 10

Nov 13

Dec 04

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Nov 10

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

When should I buy Houston to San Francisco tickets?

How do I know if a Houston to San Francisco flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Houston to San Francisco?

How many flights from Houston to San Francisco are non-stop?

What's the flight time from Houston to San Francisco?

How much more do direct flights from Houston to San Francisco cost?

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Houston to San Francisco: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to San Francisco

How much is a round trip from Houston to San Francisco

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to San Francisco

Direct flights from Houston to San Francisco

Last-minute flights going from Houston to San Francisco

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to San Francisco

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to San Francisco

Houston - San Francisco route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights take 4h 10m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Houston main airports to depart from

San Francisco main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Francisco used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Francisco

Best Elite deals to San Francisco

Dec 07

Dec 08

Nov 10

Nov 13

Dec 04

Dec 04

Nov 10

Nov 10

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Francisco

When should I buy Houston to San Francisco tickets?

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When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Houston to San Francisco?