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Cheapest round-trip
$267
Typical prices: $343-$550
Frontier
Sun 12/23Fri 12/28
SAN - IAH • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$289
Typical prices: $428-$581
United Airlines
Fri 11/23Tue 11/27
SAN - IAH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 3h 16m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $281 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 02m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to George Bush Intcntl (SAN-IAH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to George Bush Intcntl

Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Dec 28
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2:45 pm - 5:46 amSAN  San Diego-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
37h 01m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:59 pm - 11:58 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAN San Diego
26h 59m1 stop Denver Intl
$267Frontier
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:20 am - 1:35 pmSAN  San Diego-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 15m1 stop Los Angeles
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8:02 pm - 9:32 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAN San Diego
3h 30mnonstop
$268United Airlines
Fri, Feb 19 - Sun, Feb 28
Frontier Logo
3:09 pm - 8:53 amSAN  San Diego-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
15h 44m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:00 am - 7:38 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAN San Diego
11h 38m2 stops Los Angeles San Francisco
$269Frontier
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Nov 27
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6:30 am - 12:22 amSAN  San Diego-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
15h 52m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:44 pm - 7:55 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAN San Diego
12h 11m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$271Frontier
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 8:19 pmSAN  San Diego-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 15mnonstop
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9:30 am - 10:59 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAN San Diego
3h 29mnonstop
$289United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
United Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 8:19 pmSAN  San Diego-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 15mnonstop
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6:10 am - 11:31 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAN San Diego
7h 21m1 stop Los Angeles
$289United Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21
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9:11 pm - 8:53 amSAN  San Diego-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
9h 42m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:09 am - 3:21 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAN San Diego
7h 12m1 stop Denver Intl
$292Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:58 pm - 1:42 pmSAN  San Diego-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
17h 44m1 stop Portland
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6:10 pm - 7:40 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAN San Diego
15h 30m2 stops Portland San Francisco
$299Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 1:36 pmSAN  San Diego-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 16m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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7:02 pm - 10:56 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAN San Diego
5h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$302American Airlines
Tue, Mar 30 - Sun, Apr 4
JetBlue Logo
11:00 am - 11:02 pmSAN  San Diego-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
10h 02m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:00 pm - 9:33 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SAN San Diego
17h 33m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$437JetBlue
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport typically range from $343 to $550. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $267, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport at $370 round-trip.
•June ($520) and March ($491) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights

Low season

September

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Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 28% increase in travelers.
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Your San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:00 am and lands at 11:16 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:18 pm and lands at 8:34 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 16m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport takes 3h 16m, covering 1,300 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport range from $343 to $550, with an average of $458 over the past 12 months. Anything below $343 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 51% above the $458 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $281 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $496 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    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.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • How are flight departures from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

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

  • How are flight prices from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $99, which is 58% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH)?

    Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $40 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • ACO Rent A Car
    • Easirent
    • America Car Rental
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

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

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport pass through?

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 82% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $424 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $488, a difference of $64.

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

  • What airlines fly from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

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

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 02m, compared with 6h 15m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 7h 37m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between San Diego and Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is 2 hours ahead of San Diego (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 George Bush Intcntl Airport?

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

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

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

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

    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

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

  • Can I get rental cars at George Bush Airport?

    Yes, there are over five rental agencies that operate at IAH. They are all located at the Rental Car Center which is a separate building from the arrivals area. These buildings can be accessed using a free shuttle that operates every five minutes between 7 am and 11 pm, and every ten minutes between 11 pm and 7 am. The companies serving the airport include Avis, Budget, Alamo, Enterprise, Hertz, Thrifty, and National among others.

  • Which is the quickest way to San Diego International Airport?

    If you’re running late and need to get to San Airport as soon as possible, taking a taxi is arguably the best mode of transport. They will pick you up from any location in the city and drop you off outside the terminal building at SAN. This takes less than ten minutes. The bus is a close alternative as it takes about fifteen minutes although you will have to go all the way to Broadway & Columbia Street to board the bus.

  • Where are the lounges at San Diego International Airport?

    San Diego International Airport has four lounges where travelers can pop by and have a drink or snack while waiting to board their flight. These lounges offer a range of amenities such as complimentary snacks and beverages, free Wi-Fi, comfortable seats, TVs and magazines, and even a workstation. All the lounges are located in Terminal 2 with the Delta Sky Club and American Airlines Admirals next to each other on the Mezzanine level.

  • Does SAN offer long-term parking?

    SAN has two main options for long-term parking, the Long Term Lot and the Economy Lot, which is located off the Pacific Highway, northeast of the airport. You are advised to reserve your parking space in advance so that you can have an easier time finding a spot once you arrive at the airport.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $424, about $64 less than Monday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 58% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average $370 round-trip in that month - typically $150 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $281 round-trip on this route - about $215 less than direct flights (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 George Bush Intcntl Airport.

    • Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental
  • If you’re a mum traveling with an infant through San Diego International Airport (SAN), you will be happy to find out that the airport has private lactation rooms equipped with electric outlets, comfortable seats, hand-washing stations, and even a changing table. These rooms can be found in Terminal 1 West and East Rotundas.
  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) like every other airport in the United States provides free wheelchair services to travelers with limited mobility. You can get these services by requesting at the ticketing area or reserving one with your airline as you book your flight.
  • SAN Airport has Volunteer Airport Ambassadors who are always happy to help with any troubles or stranded travelers. They don’t have a specific station and are instead usually seen roaming around the airport wearing green polo shirts that say “AIRPORT INFORMATION” on the back.
  • If you need help carrying your baggage around IAH, consider renting one of the baggage trolleys at the airport. They are usually available in abundance in the baggage claim and drop-off areas across all terminals. They accept both cash and credit cards although no coins.
  • IAH has two Airport Interfaith Chapels where travelers get a nice quiet and private space to practice their faith. One is located in Terminal C near Gate C29 while the other is in Terminal D near Gate D8.

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