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Cheapest round-trip
$315
Typical prices: $349-$554
Southwest
Fri 11/2Tue 11/6
SFO - HOU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$144
Typical prices: $180-$313
Southwest
Sat 10/27
SFO - HOU • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Houston Hobby Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $346 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Hobby (SFO-HOU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Hobby

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
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4:10 pm - 12:35 amSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 25m1 stop San Diego
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6:15 pm - 11:25 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
7h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$315Southwest
Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6
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4:10 pm - 12:35 amSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 25m1 stop San Diego
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6:15 pm - 11:25 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
7h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$315Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:45 am - 3:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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4:50 pm - 11:40 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
8h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$315Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8
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7:50 am - 4:32 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 10:16 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
6h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$353American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
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6:00 am - 4:33 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:28 pm - 11:56 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
8h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:00 am - 4:32 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:12 pm - 9:49 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
8h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2
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3:54 pm - 11:29 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:35 am - 6:32 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
8h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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6:47 am - 4:36 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 10:16 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
6h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$362American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:02 am - 10:21 amSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
26h 19m2 stops Denver Intl Minneapolis St Paul
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9:00 am - 2:34 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
31h 34m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$447Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:08 pm - 10:21 amSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
14h 13m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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9:00 am - 5:12 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
10h 12m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$475Sun Country Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport typically range from $349 to $554. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $315, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport. It’s 52% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

Key details for San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$144
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport

When to book flights from San Francisco to Hobby

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Hobby based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport takes 00m, covering 1,645 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport range from $349 to $554, with an average of $447 over the past 12 months. Anything below $349 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $315 to $3,025. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $160, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)?

    Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $25 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Ace

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Houston Hobby (HOU).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 62% on flights from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $219 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $574, a difference of $355.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 45m, compared with 5h 50m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 6h 09m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between San Francisco and Houston Hobby Airport?

    Houston Hobby Airport is 2 hours ahead of San Francisco (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston Hobby Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Houston Hobby Airport are George R. Brown Convention Center, Daikin Park and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston Hobby Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • How can I fly from SFO to the Houston Airports?

    You can book a direct flight from SFO to IAH on United Airlines. It is unlikely that you will find a non-stop flight from SFO to HOU. Flights from SFO to Houston with one layover land at both IAH and HOU. Airlines such as Frontier, American Airlines, Delta, United Airlines, and Southwest operate these flights with layovers in cities such as Dallas (DFW), Atlanta (ATL), Las Vegas (LAS), and Los Angeles (LAX), and Denver (DEN). Airlines such as Delta and American Airlines operate two-stop flights between SFO and both IAH and HOU.

  • Is there a military lounge at SFO?

    Yes. SFO has a USO lounge that welcomes active-duty members of the US military and their dependents. This lounge is open every morning at 7 am and closes Sunday through Wednesday at 7 pm and Thursday through Saturday at 8 pm. Located in Terminal 1, Landside, this lounge offers showers, overnight facilities, TV, leather recliners, snacks and sandwiches, beverages, a nursery, and more.

  • Does SFO have animal relief stations?

    Yes. SFO has an animal relief station in Terminal 1 and another in Terminal 3, each open 24h. Follow the painted paw prints to find the exact location of these areas. Each relief station has places where animals can go to the bathroom as well as bowls and drinking water available. Travelers are encouraged to clean up after their animals by using the bags and trash receptacles provided.

  • How can I get into downtown Houston from IAH or HOU?

    From IAH, you can go to the bus station just outside the airport and catch a Metropolitan Transit Harris County bus #102 downtown. This trip will take about 45min. From HOU you can catch a Line 40 bus for a 45min trip downtown.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $219, about $355 less than Sunday fares (62% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Houston Hobby Airport trip for April. Fares historically average $346 round-trip in that month - typically $262 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Houston Hobby Airport.

    • Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport
    • Hilton Garden Inn Houston Hobby Airport
  • Planes depart from The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Houston and land at both major airports, the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and the William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). SFO is a hub for Alaska Airlines. IAH is a hub for United Airlines. HOU is not a hub for any airline.
  • If you have time before your flight to Houston, you might want to take advantage of the Freshen Up nap rooms at SFO. These three rooms for rent have free Wi-Fi, a bed, a mirror, and a desk, with showers available at an additional fee. This facility is located in the International Terminal, Landside.
  • Both Houston airports have interfaith chapels. IAH has three interfaith chapels that can be found in Terminal C, Terminal D, and Baggage Claim. HOU has two interfaith chapels, one at Gate 44 Airside in the Central Concourse and one in Baggage Claim Level 1, Landside.
  • The Grand Hyatt Hotel is connected to SFO and a complimentary AirTrain will get hotel guests to all terminals. This comfortable hotel includes free Wi-Fi, room service, and access to a bar, business center, and gym.
  • The Wag Brigade at SFO is an animal therapy program were therapy dogs, one therapy rabbit, and one therapy pig pair with a trained handler to roam the Departures area to offer comfort to passengers who feel a bit emotionally wobbly about the flight. Passengers are very much encouraged to pet and hug these animals.

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