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Cheapest round-trip
$298
Typical prices: $338-$508
Southwest
Mon 10/29Wed 10/31
HOU - SFO • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$137
Typical prices: $184-$315
Southwest
Wed 10/31
HOU - SFO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Houston Hobby Airport and San Francisco. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $303 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hobby to San Francisco (HOU-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hobby to San Francisco

Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:05 am - 11:20 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
7h 15m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Los Angeles
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11:25 am - 7:30 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$298Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 21
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5:30 am - 11:20 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
7h 50m1 stop Los Angeles
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9:30 am - 10:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
11h 15m1 stop San Diego
$298Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 21
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5:30 am - 11:20 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
7h 50m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:55 am - 7:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
10h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Memphis
$298Southwest
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
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6:00 am - 9:40 amHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
5h 40m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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5:05 am - 3:05 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Tulsa
$298Southwest
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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3:12 pm - 11:58 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
10h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:59 pm - 9:32 amSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$356Delta
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Jan 6
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5:02 pm - 11:46 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
8h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:30 am - 1:37 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 07m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$362American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 21
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2:08 pm - 7:25 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
7h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:00 am - 4:36 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 36m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$377American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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2:08 pm - 9:07 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
8h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:30 am - 1:26 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$377American Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:28 pm - 11:57 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
8h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 4:33 pmSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$392Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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3:11 pm - 10:42 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-SFO San Francisco
9h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:59 pm - 9:35 amSFO  San Francisco-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 36m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$403Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco start at $298. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $338 to $508. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $298 on Southwest.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 115% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

Key details for Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$137
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Flight from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco

When to book flights from Hobby to San Francisco

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Your Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco.

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

    A nonstop flight from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco takes 0h 00m, covering 1,645 miles.

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

    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 Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco flight?

    Round-trip flights from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco range from $338 to $508, with an average of $382 over the past 12 months. Anything below $338 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco 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 $298 to $2,519. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $176, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

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

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

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

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

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

    • San Diego (SAN) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 8% of one-stop connections

    San Diego (SAN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 58% on the Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $348 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $823, a difference of $475. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 32m, compared with 5h 40m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 6h 02m via San Diego (SAN).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

    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.

  • Where can I sleep at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)?

    FreshenUp has several nap rooms inside the international terminal on level G that you can rent by the hour. The nap rooms have free Wi-Fi, a desk, a mirror, and a bed. Showers are available at an additional cost. If you wish to stay at a hotel, book your stay at the Grand Hyatt at SFO. The establishment is within airport grounds and you can get to the hotel using the SFO AirTrain. They offer day rooms and overnight stays and an on-site restaurant.

  • Does William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) offer accessibility services?

    HOU is an accessible airport, providing many services to cater to the needs of passengers. Passengers with limited mobility can count on wheelchair assistance, reserved parking spots, accessible restrooms, and stair-free options. Low-vison passengers at HOU will have access to Aira services and the airport welcomes service dogs. If you wish, you can request assistance from the airport ambassadors. The hard of hearing have TDD telephones and the airport also offers visual paging services.

  • Does San Francisco International Airport offer family services?

    Passengers traveling with infants have private nursing rooms where they can feed their babies. The nursing rooms include comfortable seating, power outlets, and changing tables. They are available in terminals 1 and 3 and in terminal 2. Cloud of Good at SFO also provides car seats and strollers for rent at SFO. You can order them online and pick them up from their onsite kiosks. The airport has also provided play areas in all three terminals where your kids can be entertained after the flight. The play areas are around gates 54A, 58B, 22, 62, and 87A.

  • What are the transport options from San Francisco International Airport?

    SFO is served by the San Francisco BART which offers its services to downtown and the surrounding regions. You can take the BART from the International Terminal at boarding area G. You can connect to CalTrain, which offers its services to the larger San Francisco and San Jose region with the SFO BART train. SFO is also served by SamTrans, a bus service that runs from the airport to the surrounding regions. The bus operates three routes and you can find them outside baggage claim in terminals 2 and 3 and from level 1 courtyard A in the international terminal.

Your guide to booking Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $348 - about $475 less than Saturday (58% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Houston Hobby Airport to San Francisco trip for October. Fares historically average $235 round-trip in that month - typically $373 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.
    - Grand Hyatt At Sfo
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is a massive airport with five terminals. IAH has provided an underground train for inter-terminal connections and a skyway.
  • Pets are welcome at IAH. The airport has provided four pet relief stations, all after security, in terminals B, C, D, and E.
  • United Airlines is the only local airline with a lounge at IAH. You can pay at the door to access this lounge and it has multiple locations: two in terminal C and one in terminals A, B, and E.
  • Around 744 kg of carbon is emitted on flights from Houston to San Francisco. You can fly more sustainably with Frontier Airlines, which offers a flight that emits 46% less carbon per passenger.
  • Xpress Spa in terminal A near gate A17 is a good spot to de-stress before your flight to San Francisco. They offer express spa services at IAH and operate between 5 am and 10 pm.

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