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$267
Typical prices: $342-$584
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$344
Typical prices: $457-$637
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Sat 12/12Sun 12/13
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl (SFO-IAH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl

Thu, Sep 3 - Sat, Sep 5
Frontier Logo
11:00 am - 12:55 am
SFO
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IAH
11h 55m
2 stops
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4:02 pm - 8:46 pm
IAH
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SFO
6h 44m
1 stop
$267Frontier
Sat, Aug 22 - Fri, Aug 28
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1:07 pm - 12:40 am
SFO
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IAH
9h 33m
2 stops
Frontier Logo
6:10 am - 10:15 am
IAH
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SFO
6h 05m
1 stop
$267Frontier
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26
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10:35 pm - 10:03 am
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IAH
9h 28m
1 stop
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6:16 pm - 9:07 am
IAH
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SFO
16h 51m
1 stop
$306Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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6:22 am - 9:04 pm
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IAH
12h 42m
1 stop
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1:00 pm - 11:17 pm
IAH
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SFO
12h 17m
1 stop
$307Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 13
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7:10 pm - 1:11 am
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IAH
4h 01mnonstop
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5:05 am - 7:20 am
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4h 15mnonstop
$344United Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:42 pm - 12:30 am
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IAH
3h 48mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:20 pm - 9:46 pm
IAH
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SFO
4h 26mnonstop
$349United Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Sun, Nov 22
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12:00 pm - 7:49 pm
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IAH
5h 49m
1 stop
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6:56 pm - 12:46 am
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SFO
7h 50m
1 stop
$369American Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 7
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7:25 am - 3:31 pm
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IAH
6h 06m
1 stop
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5:00 am - 8:50 am
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SFO
5h 50m
1 stop
$369American Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Fri, Jan 22
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6:00 am - 5:40 pm
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IAH
9h 40m
1 stop
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6:30 am - 11:04 am
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6h 34m
1 stop
$369Delta
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 24
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1:00 pm - 11:28 pm
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IAH
8h 28m
1 stop
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6:30 am - 1:29 pm
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SFO
8h 59m
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$369Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport from San Francisco usually cost between $270 and $588 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $264 on Frontier (Sep 3-Sep 7).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Houston George Bush Airport, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is October, where tickets cost $370 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $520 and $502 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $450, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 31% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl

 
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Flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport

When to book flights from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to George Bush Intcntl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport flights

  • Where will I layover if I fly to Houston aboard a one-stop flight?

    The destination of your layover will be influenced by the airline you travel with. You will stop over at Phoenix (PHX) or Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) if you travel with American Airlines, Los Angeles (LAX) if you travel with United Airlines, and Denver (DEN) if you hop on a Frontier flight.

  • What are some of the cities I can easily get from George Bush Intercontinental Airport?

    Besides Houston, you can easily reach Southside Place, Bellaire, Spring Valley, Bunker Hill Village, Arcola, Crosby, and Manvel from IAH. You can take a taxi or rent a car to travel to any of these destinations. Renting a car from an agency at the airport is advisable if you intend to tour the towns extensively. The rental agencies, which are housed in the airport's Rental Car Center that connected to the main terminal building via readily-available shuttles, include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Hertz, Enterprise, Thrifty, and National.

  • What are the public transportation options to San Francisco International Airport?

    To travel to SFO, you can take a BART rapid rail train, a Caltrain commuter train, or a SamTrans bus. The most recommended option is the BART rapid rail train, since these trains are quick and affordable. If you travel to the airport on one, you'll arrive at the airport's station on the Departures/Ticketing Level of the International Terminal. From this station to any terminal, you can board SFO's AirTrain.

  • Are the airports in San Francisco and Houston accessible?

    Yes, they are. At both airports, you can count on having a smooth experience if you have limited mobility. This is because they feature wheelchair-accessible restrooms, elevators, and wheelchairs provided upon request – usually arranged for by the airlines.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport was $145 for a one-way ticket and $267 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Houston George Bush Airport?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport?

    JetBlue, American Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Houston George Bush Airport, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Houston, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Houston are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $559 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $469 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Houston George Bush Airport from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Houston George Bush Airport with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and IAH can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Houston George Bush Airport from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $295 or less one-way and $485 or less round-trip.
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has four terminals with seven boarding areas. The terminal you'll depart from will depend on the airline you're set to fly with. You'll depart from Terminal 2 if you fly with Alaska or Delta, Terminal 3 if you travel with United, and Terminal 1 if you journey with American Airlines.
  • You can bring liquids to your flight cabin to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), regardless of the airline you travel with. The liquids must be stored in containers with a maximum capacity of 3.4 oz. Your containers must all fit in a quart-size plastic bag that's resealed.
  • The amount of carry-on luggage you can travel with will depend on your airline. On an American Airlines flight, you can bring on one personal item and one standard article for free. Your personal item measure no more than 18 × 14 × 8 inches, while your carry-on bag must measure no more than 22 × 14 × 9 inches and be light enough for you to lift to the overhead bin unassisted.
  • If you want to travel with an eco-friendly partner, consider flying with Alaska Airlines. Over the past few years, the airline has improved its operational efficiency, modernized its fleet, invested in sustainable aviation fuel development, and provided high-quality carbon removals – all to minimize its carbon footprint.
  • Other than IAH, you can land at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). If you'd like to land at the airport closer to the southeast side of town or has shorter queues and lesser passenger traffic, landing at HOU is in your best interest. If you'd like to land at the airport with more amenities or closer to the city's north side, IAH is the airport for you.

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