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August 5 - August 25

Cheapest

SFO - Houston

$235

$154

Round trip

August 4 - August 24

Cheapest
Earliest

SFO - Houston

$232

$154

Round trip

August 5 - August 26

Cheapest

SFO - Houston

$235

$154

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August 4 - August 26

Cheapest
Earliest

SFO - Houston

$232

$154

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August 5 - August 24

Cheapest

SFO - Houston

$237

$154

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August 4 - August 25

Cheapest
Earliest

SFO - Houston

$232

$154

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August 11 - August 18

Cheapest
Best

SFO - Houston

$280

$154

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August 12 - August 19

Cheapest
Best

SFO - Houston

$280

$154

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August 10 - August 25

Cheapest

SFO - Houston

$240

$154

Round trip

August 5 - August 12

Best

SFO - Houston

$283

$155

Round trip

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San Francisco to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Houston

Most itineraries for flights from San Francisco to Houston connect at least once, with only 20.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will likely encounter one or more stops on your journey.
For those seeking cheap flights from San Francisco to Houston, fares typically range from $331–$671, with a median of $461. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.
When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Houston? The most affordable months to fly are November, with a median fare of $221, followed by May at $247, and October at $269. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings compared to other times of the year.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Houston? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 16h 18m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights on this route, as most itineraries involve at least one stopover.
The distance between San Francisco and Houston is 2629 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a longer travel time, especially when considering the common need for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Houston

Regular price: $187 - $402

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

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Houston is between $187 and $402. The current lowest deal is $154 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 5-Aug 25.

now $154

Low $187

High $402

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Houston is November, with a median price of $221. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $559. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $221

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $559

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Direct flights from San Francisco to Houston

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Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Houston

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Houston

Frontier Airlines

San Francisco (SFO) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$235

$153

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Houston

Frontier Airlines

San Francisco (SFO) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$235

$154

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Houston

Frontier Airlines

San Francisco (SFO) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$235

$154

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Houston

Frontier Airlines

San Francisco (SFO) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$232

$163

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Houston

Frontier Airlines

San Francisco (SFO) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$246

$163

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Houston

Frontier Airlines

San Francisco (SFO) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$252

$164

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 12

$296  →  $171

42%

4 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 22

$291  →  $193

34%

4 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 11

$293  →  $199

32%

2 nights

Aug 9 - Aug 11

$296  →  $203

31%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Houston

San Francisco - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for San Francisco to Houston are above the typical level at $461.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $221

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Houston at $221.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 16h 18m

Flights from San Francisco to Houston typically take 16h 18m, with connecting flights being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with 20.1% of recent fares being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a deal at $154

Frontier Airlines recently offered a deal for $154 from San Francisco to Houston via Skyscanner.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from San Francisco to Houston are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a good option for flights from San Francisco to Houston.

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

💸 Flights from ~$183

Houston main airports to arrive at

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is a good arrival option for flights from San Francisco to Houston.

📍 ~27 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$183

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from San Francisco to Houston.

📍 ~13 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$190

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International is a major international airport with extensive networks, useful for travelers to Houston.

📍 ~230 km from Houston (reachable by car, but traffic can impact travel time).

💸 Flights from ~$175

San Antonio International (SAT)

San Antonio International is a large international airport and a reliable alternative for Houston travelers.

📍 ~300 km from Houston (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$217

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International is a major global hub offering unmatched flight connectivity for Houston travelers.

📍 ~400 km from Houston (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$132

Easterwood (CLL)

Easterwood is a regional airport with very close proximity to Houston, offering fast processing.

📍 ~140 km from Houston (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$407

Jack Brooks Regional (BPT)

Jack Brooks Regional is the closest alternative airport geographically, with easy parking and minimal congestion.

📍 ~140 km from Houston (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1,008

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Aug 03

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83% AI deal score

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83% AI deal score

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83% AI deal score

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83% AI deal score

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$1,079

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83% AI deal score

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$1,099

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82% AI deal score

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82% AI deal score

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82% AI deal score

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Houston, United States

82% AI deal score

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$1,079

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82% AI deal score

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82% AI deal score

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82% AI deal score

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$1,079

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from San Francisco to Houston is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this window, the average price for a ticket is around $440. If you wait until 0-6 days before your flight, the average price can increase significantly to approximately $791. Planning your purchase within the recommended 7-13 day period can lead to more favorable pricing.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from San Francisco to Houston is considered to be $331 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $461. Prices can vary, with 75% of tickets historically costing $671 or less. Aiming for a price at or below $331 typically represents a notable saving.

Historically, November and May have offered some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Houston, with median prices of $221 and $247 respectively. October also presented a relatively low median price of $269. These months are typically more affordable compared to the annual median price of $461 for this route. Travelers looking for better value might consider planning their trips during these periods.