Flights from San Francisco to Houston
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Houston

Track economy fares on the SFO → IAH route and get alerts when prices drop.

From
San Francisco
SFO
To
Houston
IAH

Route Intelligence: San Francisco → Houston

Flight Duration

4 hr 0 min (Direct)

Price Guidance

A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.

Peak Season

Jun-Aug

Top Airlines

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines

Booking Tip

Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

Track San Francisco → Houston Fares

Set your target price and FlightKitten will scan this route twice daily. The instant economy fares drop below your budget, you'll get an email with the price, airline, and a direct booking link.

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Route Summary: San Francisco → Houston

From
San Francisco (SFO)
To
Houston (IAH)
Duration
4 hr 0 min (Direct)
Airlines
United Airlines, Alaska Airlines
Price Guide
A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.
Tracking
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Route Briefing: San Francisco to Houston

Connecting San Francisco to Houston spans 1,609 miles in 3 hours and 42 minutes. United Airlines operates frequent daily nonstops connecting its major hubs at SFO and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).

Houston is a sprawling metropolis known for space exploration, world-class art, and one of the country's most diverse food scenes. Tour Space Center Houston to see real NASA spacecraft, visit the Museum of Fine Arts and Menil Collection in Montrose, or stroll along the green trails of Buffalo Bayou Park. Food lovers must try Houston's famous Viet-Cajun garlic butter crawfish, authentic Mexican street tacos, and world-class smoked brisket.

Economy roundtrips under $130 represent strong value, with standard fares running $190 to $290. Spring and autumn provide ideal temperatures for exploring the city's outdoor parks and patio dining. Book 3 to 5 weeks out for the best economy airfares.

How much are flights from San Francisco to Houston in 2026?

Flight prices from San Francisco (SFO) to Houston (IAH) vary significantly depending on the season, day of the week, and how far in advance you book. A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+. Popular carriers on this route include United Airlines, Alaska Airlines. FlightKitten eliminates the guesswork by monitoring 220+ airlines twice daily and alerting you the moment economy fares hit your target price.

How does FlightKitten track San Francisco to Houston fares?

FlightKitten is an economy flight price monitoring platform that scans 220+ airlines twice every day for economy fares on the SFO to IAH route. When you set a target price, FlightKitten continuously monitors this route and sends an email alert the moment fares drop below your budget. Each alert includes the exact fare, airline, dates, and an AI-powered briefing that explains whether the deal is genuinely good compared to historical pricing on this route. No more obsessive price checking — set your budget and let FlightKitten do the watching. Learn more about how FlightKitten tracking works.

See our full Houston destination guide for all available routes. Also popular: San Francisco to Anchorage.

Pro tip: Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

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