What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Houston flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Houston on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 213 flights per week flying from San Francisco to Houston. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Houston?

United Airlines, Frontier and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Houston from San Francisco according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Houston. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Houston on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Houston?

Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Houston

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How often are flights from San Francisco to Houston delayed?

Historically, on average around 10% of flights between San Francisco and Houston have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 150 minutes.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Houston on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 30 flights per day flying from San Francisco to Houston. The most common time of day flights depart is 1:00PM, with 35% of flights taking off at noon.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Houston flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Houston?

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Houston refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Houston?

As of December 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Houston.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Houston?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Houston.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Houston?

The required travel and health documents for your Houston trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Houston. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $232 to $448. The lowest price recently found on this route was $269.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Houston?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston from San Francisco, with most prices found around $333. The month of October is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $384.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Houston?

Our data shows that the cheapest San Francisco to Houston flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Houston in the afternoon for as low as $506. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $623. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Houston?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Houston from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston for around $419 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Houston from San Francisco for as low as $346 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	3h 46m
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The fastest flight from San Francisco to Houston takes 3h 46m

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Houston is 1641.2 mi away from San Francisco. 3h 46m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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As of December 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Houston.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Houston?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Houston.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Houston?
The required travel and health documents for your Houston trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Houston. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $130	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,066 reviews	Search Frontier flights
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The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston from San Francisco, with most prices found around $333. The month of October is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from San Francisco averaging around $384.

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Historically, on average around 10% of flights between San Francisco and Houston have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 150 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Houston flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Houston flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Houston on average per day?

As of December 2025, there are 30 flights per day flying from San Francisco to Houston. The most common time of day flights depart is 1:00PM, with 35% of flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Houston on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 213 flights per week flying from San Francisco to Houston. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

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