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Cheapest round-trip
$113
Typical prices: $360-$524
Frontier
Thu 1/11Sat 1/20
SJC - IAH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$77
Typical prices: $194-$407
Frontier
Tue 12/11
SJC - IAH • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Jose and Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 28% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $385 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 5h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to George Bush Intcntl (SJC-IAH)

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

Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 20
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9:59 pm - 11:28 amSJC  San Jose-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 29m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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8:51 pm - 12:03 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SJC San Jose
17h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$113Frontier
Mon, Jan 11 - Wed, Jan 20
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9:59 pm - 11:28 amSJC  San Jose-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
11h 29m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:23 pm - 12:03 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SJC San Jose
25h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$113Frontier
Mon, Jan 18 - Sat, Jan 23
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7:05 pm - 11:28 amSJC  San Jose-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
14h 23m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:25 am - 5:10 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SJC San Jose
11h 45m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$253Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:52 pm - 11:25 pmSJC  San Jose-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:00 am - 5:51 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SJC San Jose
13h 51m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$279Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
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2:58 pm - 10:39 pmSJC  San Jose-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 11:08 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SJC San Jose
7h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$357American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
2:58 pm - 10:39 pmSJC  San Jose-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:29 am - 12:15 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SJC San Jose
7h 46m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$357American Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 2
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 5:59 pmSJC  San Jose-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
9h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:20 am - 12:49 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SJC San Jose
7h 29m1 stop Salt Lake City
$357Delta
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 16
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7:00 am - 2:40 pmSJC  San Jose-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 40m1 stop Los Angeles
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7:00 am - 12:33 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SJC San Jose
7h 33m1 stop Salt Lake City
$357Delta
Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 1
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4:10 pm - 11:59 pmSJC  San Jose-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 49m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:20 am - 3:07 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SJC San Jose
6h 47m1 stop Denver Intl
$666United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 1
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1:00 pm - 8:58 pmSJC  San Jose-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:20 am - 3:07 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-SJC San Jose
6h 47m1 stop Denver Intl
$666United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport typically range from $360 to $524. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $113, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose 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 Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport at $306 round-trip.
•December ($620) and July ($478) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 102% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$77
Beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 87% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

When to book flights from San Jose to George Bush Intcntl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Jose 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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Your San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight questions, answered

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

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport takes 00m, covering 1,604 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport range from $360 to $524, with an average of $427 over the past 12 months. Anything below $360 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $385 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $469 for nonstop.

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

    The Boeing 787 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Brussels Airlines and Austrian Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 9 variants.

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

    One-way fares from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $189, which is 24% 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 Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

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

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

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

    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 18% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $393 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $469, a difference of $76.

    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 San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 41m, compared with 6h 11m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 33m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is 2 hours ahead of San Jose (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.

  • What are some of the ways I can travel from the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to the center of Houston after my flight?

    One way that many travelers make their way from the airport to the center of Houston is to travel on the line number 102 bus offered by Metropolitan Transit Harris County, which takes travelers to the downtown area in about 50min.

  • What type of facilities does the George Bush Intercontinental Airport offer to feel more refreshed after a flight?

    This airport offers showers for travelers to use in the Centurion Lounge located in Terminal D. There is also an XpressSpa location in Terminal A that offers a full menu of spa services, including fantastic massages.

  • Where will I find my rental car company after I arrive on my flight at George Bush Intercontinental Airport?

    This airport offers a rental car center that is roughly 5min away from the terminal building. Passengers will find complimentary shuttle buses outside of the baggage claim area at all terminals of the building. Shuttles depart about 5 minutes between 7 am and 11 pm and around every 10 minutes at other times of the day.

  • Are there any hotels that have a location right at the George Bush Intercontinental Airport?

    One hotel that has a location right on the airport property is the Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental, which passengers can access using the airport's light rail service. This hotel also offers free shuttle service to passengers if they would prefer this to the light rail line.

Your guide to booking San Jose 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 Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $393, about $76 less than Sunday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average $306 round-trip in that month - typically $314 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $385 round-trip on this route - about $83 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
  • For those travelers departing from the Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) that do not want to drive their own car to the airport, consider the Santa Clara VTA Blue Line or Green Line trains that can take you right to the entrance of the terminal building where you can then take one of the many bus routes available the rest of the way to the airport. The total trip time is about 50 minutes.
  • One of the best features of the Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is that this airport offers two of their Club SJC locations inside terminal A of the airport. These lounges make a great place to wait for a flight because of all the comfortable seating, amazing views of the airport property, as well as a wide selection of food and beverage and entertainment options.
  • A very nice feature of traveling from the airport in San Jose is that this airport offers a kid's play area that got designed by the Children's Discovery Museum in San Jose. The play area is referred to as the Zoom Zone and features an aviation theme with a location between gates 24 and 25 at the airport.
  • For mothers that are nursing and traveling through the airport in San Jose, you will find nursing rooms at the airport that offer amenities such as a sink, power outlets, a changing station, as well as a comfortable chair. These rooms have a location at gates 21, 24, 26, 8, and 18 at the airport terminal building.
  • When passengers are traveling with a pet or a service animal through the airport in San Jose, they will find this airport offers four different pet relief areas. Three relief areas sit outside the terminal buildings, with one at terminal A, one at terminal B, and one in the area between terminals A and B. There is also an indoor pet relief area past security near gate 16.

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