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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Texas

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
Dallas
Dallasnonstop$225
Houston
Houston1 stop$303
Austin
Austin1 stop$226
San Antonio
San Antonio1 stop$304
El Paso
El Paso1 stop$190
McAllen
McAllen1 stop$321
Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi1 stop$437
Harlingen
Harlingen1 stop$370
Midland
Midland1 stop$408
Lubbock
Lubbock1 stop$378
Amarillo
Amarillo1 stop$373
Brownsville
Brownsville1 stop$399
Abilene
Abilene1 stop$378
Laredo
Laredo1 stop$285
College Station
College Station1 stop$506
Waco
Waco1 stop$604
Tyler
Tyler1 stop$551
San Angelo
San Angelo1 stop$458
Beaumont
Beaumont1 stop$360
Dallas
Dallasnonstop$225
Houston
Houston1 stop$303
Austin
Austin1 stop$226
San Antonio
San Antonio1 stop$304
El Paso
El Paso1 stop$190
McAllen
McAllen1 stop$321
Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi1 stop$437
Harlingen
Harlingen1 stop$370
Midland
Midland1 stop$408
Lubbock
Lubbock1 stop$378
Amarillo
Amarillo1 stop$373
Brownsville
Brownsville1 stop$399
Abilene
Abilene1 stop$378
Laredo
Laredo1 stop$285
College Station
College Station1 stop$506
Waco
Waco1 stop$604
Tyler
Tyler1 stop$551
San Angelo
San Angelo1 stop$458
Beaumont
Beaumont1 stop$360
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Texas flights

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

What are the cheapest fares from San Francisco to Texas recently?

The cheapest fares from San Francisco to Texas on KAYAK in the last week were to El Paso (ELP) from $190 round-trip and to Austin Bergstrom (AUS) from $236 round-trip.

How do fares into airports in Texas compare?

According to KAYAK data from the last 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into Texas from San Francisco are:

• El Paso (ELP) (avg. price $379)
• Austin Bergstrom (AUS) (avg. price $379)
• Dallas Love Field (DAL) (avg. price $387)

Are flights from San Francisco to Texas cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from San Francisco to Texas are about 5% higher than they were in November last year, averaging $402 round-trip.

What's the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Texas?

January is typically the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Texas, with round-trip fares averaging $363. June and December are usually the most expensive, averaging $438 and $431, respectively.

How do fares from San Francisco to Texas vary by day of the week?

On average, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Texas and Sunday is the most expensive. Looking at the past 12 months of KAYAK data, it's 26% more expensive to fly on a Sunday compared to Wednesday.

What's the best time of day to fly from San Francisco to Texas?

It's cheapest to fly to Texas at night with average prices of $359. The afternoon is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $429.

What's the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Texas?

Book your flights 16 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data collected over the past 12 months shows that booking in this window can save you around 35% compared to booking at the last minute (within 2 weeks of departure).

Key details for San Francisco to Texas flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$115
Beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 18% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Austin

Flights from San Francisco to Texas: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from San Francisco to Texas 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Dec 2025
Bid on an upgrade seat if you can, I was pleased with my upgrade.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jan 2025
Use the lounge access at the discounted rate. It was very nice.
BryanFlew with American Airlines-Aug 2024
Don't count on wheelchair assistance, particularly if you have a short connection and different terminals. DFW is HUGE and the assistance program is a disaster.

Your San Francisco to Texas flight questions, answered

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

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from San Francisco to Texas?

    Yes. Fares from San Francisco to Texas are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $306 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from San Francisco to Texas?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from San Francisco to Texas have typically cost between $306 and $525.

  • What are the main airports serving Texas?

    There are 31 airports in Texas. 45% of KAYAK users choose Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) as their arrival airport, while 26% choose Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

  • Which airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco to Texas?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, 5 airlines offer nonstop flights on this route:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • Southwest
    • Delta
    • Frontier

  • Which destinations in Texas can I fly nonstop from San Francisco?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can fly nonstop from San Francisco to 4 destinations in Texas. The most popular among KAYAK travelers are Dallas, Austin and Houston.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from San Francisco to Texas?

    Yes, nonstop flights from San Francisco to Texas average $412 over the past 12 months, but flights with a layover can cost less. The most affordable connecting airports are:

    • Ontario (ONT) (avg. price $292)
    • Denver Intl (DEN) (avg. price $325)
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) (avg. price $345)

  • How long is a flight from San Francisco to Texas?

    Nonstop flights from San Francisco to Texas take 3h 43m on average. The fastest scheduled flight takes 3h 25m, flying into San Antonio (SAT).

  • Which cabin classes are available from San Francisco to Texas?

    On flights from San Francisco to Texas you can book Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, Business Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks around Texas?

    Texas is home to many popular sights. KAYAK travelers' favorites include:

    • San Antonio River Walk
    • George R. Brown Convention Center
    • SeaWorld San Antonio
    • Daikin Park

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Francisco to Texas?

    The earliest nonstop flight from San Francisco to Texas departs at 12:15 am and the latest leaves at 11:59 pm. Nonstop flights take about 3h 43m.

  • Are there any other airports in the San Francisco area I can use for a flight to Texas?

    From Oakland International Airport (OAK), you will find a one-stop flight to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) aboard Spirit Airlines that stops at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS). From Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), you can travel on a nonstop flight board United Airlines to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).

  • Are there any public transportation options to get from the center of San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport?

    One of the easiest ways to make this trip is to travel on the BART Yellow or Red Line that departs from the Civic Center/Union Plaza Station and make their way to the airport in about 30 minutes. Trains on this route leave about every 10 minutes.

  • If my children are flying by themselves on a trip from San Francisco to Texas, what is a good airline choice?

    United Airlines offers an Unaccompanied Minor service, ensuring the safe travel of children aged 5 to 14 flying alone. The program provides dedicated check-in, assistance through security, and supervision during the flight. Trained United staff accompanies minors from check-in to their designated guardian at the destination. Parents or guardians should contact United Airlines in advance to arrange the Unaccompanied Minor service and obtain detailed information on the program's policies and procedures, ensuring a secure and smooth travel experience for young passengers.

  • Is San Francisco International Airport a hub for any airlines?

    San Francisco International Airport serves as a major hub for several airlines, contributing to its status as a vital transportation hub. United Airlines, one of the largest carriers, designates San Francisco International Airport as a significant hub, supporting its extensive domestic and international flight network. Additionally, Alaska Airlines operates a considerable number of flights from this airport, considering it a focus city. While Delta Air Lines doesn't have a traditional hub at San Francisco International Airport, it maintains a substantial presence, offering a diverse array of flights from this prominent airport.

Your guide to booking San Francisco to Texas flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If you can plan ahead, the sweet spot for booking your flight is 16 weeks before your trip. KAYAK data shows fares in this window are around 35% lower than last-minute bookings (made within 2 weeks of departure). Not ready to commit? Set a Price Alert and we'll let you know when prices change.
  • Flexible with your dates? Fly in January to save some money. It's typically the cheapest month on this route, while flights in June will cost you the most.
  • Fly out on a Wednesday to get the cheapest fares. Avoid Sunday flights, which are about 26% more expensive.
  • If you're watching your budget, fly into El Paso (ELP) which has the lowest average airfare in the region. Just remember to budget for any onward travel by bus, car or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in San Antonio, the most popular destination in Texas. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular spots such as Houston, Dallas and Austin.
  • Time or money? If speed matters most, fly from San Francisco to San Antonio (SAT). If you're after the lowest fares, El Paso (ELP) is usually your best bet.
  • One of the quickest trips from San Francisco to Texas is the nonstop flights available with Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, or American Airlines, which fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Dallas – Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
  • If you are trying to reach Houston, one of the largest cities in the United States and the largest in Texas, you should consider the nonstop flight available on United Airlines from San Francisco International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
  • For those planning a trip to San Antonio, it is good to know that there is a direct flight available aboard United Airlines from San Francisco International Airport to San Antonio International Airport (SAT).
  • If you want to get to the vibrant and bustling city of Austin from San Francisco, there are direct flights available aboard both United Airlines and Alaska Airlines that travel from San Francisco International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS).
  • Passengers flying aboard United Airlines from San Francisco International Airport should know that this airline offers two of its United Club locations inside Terminal 3 of the airport.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Texas

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to Texas? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4222 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
7.0Food
Airline reviews

the flight was significantly delayed. Not much was done by the airline to compensate passengers

2.0 MediocreChristopher Ryan, Oct 2026
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the flight was significantly delayed. Not much was done by the airline to compensate passengers

Southwest has been a nightmare. Delayed flights, missed connections, systems down. Never again am I flying southwest.

I think Southwest is the number one airline that anyone can fly I have flown for the first time Frontier and what a joke and their customer service United was a very strange experience I'm only sticking to Southwest from here on out for sure

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

As always, the entire Southwest experience was wonderful, from online booking to flight to baggage retrieval. Very grateful.

The weather could have been better. There was a 40 minute ATC delay in SFO because of marine fog and a micro cell storm delayed landing and take-off at Nashville. The gate was changed 5 minutes from boarding from gate B3 to gate C23 at Nashville airport.

The cabin was quiet for the redeye flight. The area was clean. The staff was great. The 787 Max was in good condition. Drawbacks were that the seat widths were tight for some passengers. The seat padding was at best average and for a long flight uncomfortable.

Employees were kind and funny, as always! Flight was late but no announcements were made for people with tight connections to help them transition quickly. No service due to turbulence.

I used to fly SWA all the time. I know the crew has their little acts that are often fun, and entertaining. On this flight one of the crew was just not nice. Very surprising.

The flight was delayed for almost an hour. We sat on the tarmac. There was no announcement. Not by the pilot or the crew. And for some reason, there was no beverage service, so even though it was a short flight, we had sat on the tarmac and the extra hour delay made me understandably thirsty. Water would’ve been nice if they had offered it. And for the first time, I forgot to bring my own water bottle. Reminder to bring your own water bottle because you never know if you’re going to get a beverage.

I used by Skymiles to upgrade to First so that I could comfortably work using my laptop. But WiFi was intermittent and unavailable for long periods. I feel like I wasted 70,000 miles :(

WiFi was a major problem and if it does not work on a 4 hour flight then that lowers the overall experience

The Airline Attendant found us in flight and moved us to seats in the front of economy due to the short time we would have to make our connecting flight. We really appreciated it.

Carmen was an absolute delight on the flight staff! Everyone was lovely and made it a very pleasant flight.

Internet connectivity still seems to be touchy on these flights, making it difficult to rely on it for getting work done.

Crew was absolutely fantastic and we’re so welcoming and friendly ❤️

Flight delayed four separate times. I’m now one hour hours late to landing.

The plane was an older model, so it wasn’t as comfortable as others. The flight attendants were not helpful during onboarding. It was a full flight so there was chaos finding space for baggage.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

Check in went smoothly. Flight attendant who was assigned my area barely paid any attention to me! She acted as though she was extremely busy and flustered. Maybe she was new?! I told her to change the language on my screen, she said she’d come back to help me but never did so I was able to solve the problem on my own. She came back and said she’d made adjustments on her end. Highly doubt it because I found the setting to change the language! Also, I noticed everyone was eating before we landed so I pushed my help button and she never came so I got up to find her to ask her if I can have breakfast. She said they are not serving breakfast but I can have a sandwich. Yes, that was her response as I saw everyone eating breakfast!!!

New Max 10, first class seats have been shrunk. End of a 20 hour journey, it was United not Lufthansa, just glad to get home

One of my checked luggage was damaged. Cracked on the top by the handle.

I have been flying united for a long time but now I’m done

Delayed - leaving, delayed getting to the gate at destination. What should have been a very easy flight and experience was not.

Better management of the boarding process. Is there any way you could forward all the window seats first? That's the Way Reno Air used to do it, and they had the fastest boarding in the industry!

This was an auto-rebook due to being delayed from an earlier UA connecting flight. The boarding was fine, but they sat me in a middle seat when my original booking was a window seat. Overall, the flight was fine as it still got me to my final destination.

No screens or meal options. Freezing cold. Dirty seats. Left late.

Boarding was again a "free for all". We were boarding group 4, and almost the entire plane was able to board before us. It's a shame that someone who follows the rules, gets the short end of the stick. Not fair.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Multiple delays and made us miss the connecting flight and lost our bags

Little communication with passengers after sitting over 1 hour for a maintenance issue Then we had to deplane- no crew communication Poor gate information after deplaned WiFi would not connect AT ALL

Flight attendant made the flight very enjoyable. He was courteous and gave great care to the passengers

Not good. Flight crew, was not friendly and just shoved stuff at us. Not the way I like to travel.

Aside from the little delay, overall was flight good. Made it safely. Thanks!

Over the course of 7 months of travel, I can count on my hand the number of times the flight has departed on time. Majority of the instances have been related to non-weather reasons. Would not recommend flying this Airline

I had no problems but the changing of planes that I was supposed to be on was confusing. Maybe it would be helpful to let people know your flight changed. Not everyone understands airports or how flying works.

Flight was delayed multiple times without giving any particular reason and the only thing that was communicated was that 'Aircraft is getting ready'. I was stuck at SFO airport for 15 hours and finally took Southwest Airlines flight back home to Dallas.

Not good. One of my luggage is missing. And until now they can’t find it

Flight attendants were kind and courteous. We were a delayed due to the incoming flight; but we made it safe which is what matters. Thanks!

On Frontier's website and on the app it clearly states that "Eligible active-duty U.S. military personnel and their accompanying spouse and children, when the service member is present and traveling on the same itinerary, will receive complimentary baggage benefits after successfully verifying their military status through ID.me" however, when checking in at the counter the attendant at the ticketing counter stated that it was only for the active duty service member, when I showed the attendant what it stated on the Frontier website and app she gave me an attitude but did change it eventually.

I really didn't like anything. Paid for my checked luggage online ($79) and then was told that I would have to paid another $79 for my carry on. Was not allowed to enter the terminal until 3 hours before my flight and when I finally was allowed to check my bag and enter, my flight was delayed 3 times. When I finally landed, we were all instructed to "run off the plane" as they had to do a quick turn around to Las Vegas. Me and several of my flying companions will never fly Frontier again.

They didn’t offer a water, even after I asked

Frontier had yet another flight cancellation. Have never made a complete round trip with this airline without at least one leg getting cancelled. Miserable flights - dirty, uncomfortable planes that apparently always have issues since I've had multiple delays and cancellations with them.

No frills for sure. No gate announcements about flight delay, not even water to drink on the flight.

I loked walking out on the tarmac to board and no first class. I didn't like that they have no snacks or onboard wifi to bide your time.

It was a redeye flight, so every passenger just wanted to sleep, but through the entire flight, the flight crew made announcements over the loudspeaker at maximum volume every few minutes making sleep impossible. For example: it’s 2am, and the crew decides to give an extremely detailed announcement about snacks and beverages for sale. And 3am is the perfect time to wake up everyone with a lengthy announcement about how to get a coffee refill and how to take advantage of new offer from frontier for a credit card.

While booking it was not obvious that I had to pay for carryon. Realized it only during check-in. Overall, meh!

Stop changing gates at sfo. When you are elderly going back for it’s not fun.

After 5 hours of delay, they cancelled the flight. Very disappointed

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