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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco:

• Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 9:22 am
• Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 4:21 am.

The flight takes about 4h 22m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco takes 4h 22m, covering 1,631 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco range from $328 to $545, with an average of $413 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 45% above the $413 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $279 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $440 for nonstop.

United Airlines is the only airline operating Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco flights. 84% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 9 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco flights, with 30% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, evening flights for 30%, and night flights for 10%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $308 to $2,661. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $146, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

Flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco usually depart from Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 38m.

One-stop flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) - 39% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Los Angeles (LAX) - 9% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $384 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $601, a difference of $217.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only United Airlines operates flights between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport and San Francisco.

Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 21m, compared with 6h 26m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 7h 19m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

San Francisco is 2 hours behind Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to San Francisco flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• 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.

Yes. Art and music are available at Terminal A of the airport. There are live performances that take place weekly at the airport to ensure you do not get bored while at the airport. Several sculptures help you learn about the history of the place. Artifacts ensure you are at par with the past cultural activities of the place.

Yes. A pet relief area is located at Terminals B, C, D and E. this ensures your pet is well taken care of. A grassy area ensures you have a place to play with your pet as a way of exercising. You need to closely look at your pet to ensure it does not interfere with the other travelers.

Yes. Several car rental companies are available within the airport. The car rental center is available on the fourth floor and can access it through the AirTrain Blue Line. A free shuttle is available at off-site car rental agencies. The services are available to all arriving travelers.

Yes. A wheelchair is available at the airport to ensure you freely move at the airport. You need to book the service online to ensure it is availed once you arrive at the airport. There are adapted restrooms that ensure you are comfortable as you use them. Security lanes are available at the security checkpoints.