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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Houston from $71

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Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 5:54 am
SJC
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IAH
7h 34m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:33 pm - 6:02 pm
IAH
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SJC
22h 29m
1 stop
$189Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, May 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:35 am - 5:54 am
SJC
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IAH
18h 19m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:33 pm - 6:02 pm
IAH
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SJC
22h 29m
1 stop
$200Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Wed, May 13
Frontier Logo
6:57 pm - 12:02 pm
SJC
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IAH
15h 05m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:57 pm - 6:02 pm
IAH
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SJC
7h 05m
1 stop
$201Frontier
Thu, Apr 16 - Thu, Apr 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 5:54 am
SJC
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IAH
7h 34m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:33 pm - 6:02 pm
IAH
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SJC
22h 29m
1 stop
$204Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 8 - Wed, May 13
Frontier Logo
6:57 pm - 12:02 pm
SJC
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IAH
15h 05m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:31 pm - 6:02 pm
IAH
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SJC
23h 31m
1 stop
$208Frontier
Thu, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 19
Frontier Logo
6:57 pm - 7:36 pm
SJC
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IAH
22h 39m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
12:57 pm - 6:02 pm
IAH
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SJC
7h 05m
1 stop
$211Frontier
Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 5:54 am
SJC
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IAH
7h 34m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:38 am - 6:02 pm
IAH
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SJC
8h 24m
1 stop
$212Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Mon, May 11
American Airlines Logo
2:02 pm - 11:47 pm
SJC
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HOU
7h 45m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:01 am - 10:10 am
HOU
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SJC
6h 09m
1 stop
$293American Airlines
Wed, Apr 8 - Tue, Apr 14
Southwest Logo
8:15 am - 2:00 pm
SJC
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HOU
3h 45mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:25 pm - 10:25 pm
HOU
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SJC
6h 00m
1 stop
$315Southwest
Sat, Apr 18 - Mon, Apr 20
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 5:00 pm
SJC
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HOU
8h 30m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:25 pm - 10:25 pm
HOU
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SJC
6h 00m
1 stop
$325Southwest
Sat, Apr 18 - Mon, Apr 20

American Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Houston

Our best American Airlines deals on San Jose, California to Houston flight tickets
American Airlines
Apr 8
SJC2:02 pmSan Jose
7h 45m
1 stop
HOU11:47 pmHouston Hobby
Apr 14
HOU6:01 amHouston Hobby
6h 09m
1 stop
SJC10:10 amSan Jose
$293
American Airlines
Apr 8
SJC12:46 pmSan Jose
9h 13m
2 stops
IAH11:59 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Apr 14
IAH6:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
6h 10m
1 stop
SJC10:10 amSan Jose
$298
American Airlines
Apr 10
SJC2:02 pmSan Jose
7h 45m
1 stop
HOU11:47 pmHouston Hobby
Apr 16
HOU6:01 amHouston Hobby
6h 09m
1 stop
SJC10:10 amSan Jose
$416

Southwest flights from San Jose, California to Houston

Our best Southwest deals on San Jose, California to Houston flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 18
SJC8:15 amSan Jose
3h 45m
HOU2:00 pmHouston Hobby
Apr 20
HOU6:25 pmHouston Hobby
6h 00m
1 stop
SJC10:25 pmSan Jose
$315
Southwest
Apr 18
SJC6:30 amSan Jose
8h 30m
1 stop
HOU5:00 pmHouston Hobby
Apr 20
HOU6:25 pmHouston Hobby
6h 00m
1 stop
SJC10:25 pmSan Jose
$325
Southwest
Mar 5
SJC6:25 amSan Jose
3h 40m
HOU12:05 pmHouston Hobby
May 12
HOU10:55 amHouston Hobby
8h 20m
1 stop
SJC5:15 pmSan Jose
$330

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San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Mon 3/9

8:20 pm-5:54 am

1 stop7h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/13

9:33 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop22h 29m

$189

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Mon 3/2

9:35 am-5:54 am

1 stop18h 19m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/13

9:33 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop22h 29m

$200

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Thu 4/16

6:57 pm-12:02 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/23

12:57 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$201

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Sun 3/8

8:20 pm-5:54 am

1 stop7h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/13

9:33 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop22h 29m

$204

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Thu 4/16

6:57 pm-12:02 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 4/19

8:31 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop23h 31m

$208

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Thu 4/30

6:57 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop22h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/4

12:57 pm-6:02 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$211

San JoseHouston

SJC - IAH

SJCIAH

San Jose

Mon 3/9

8:20 pm-5:54 am

1 stop7h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/11

11:38 am-6:02 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$212

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Wed 4/8

2:02 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/14

6:01 am-10:10 am

1 stop6h 09m

$293

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Sat 4/18

8:15 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/20

6:25 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$315

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Sat 4/18

6:30 am-5:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/20

6:25 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$325

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Jose, California to Houston

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston from San Jose, California, with most prices found around $305. The month of January is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from San Jose, California averaging around $373.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Houston from San Jose, California is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $414. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Houston on Tuesday is $492.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest San Jose, California to Houston flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Houston in the morning for as low as $471. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $485. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest San Jose to Houston flight route?

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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 Jose, California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston for around $426 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Houston from San Jose, California for as low as $329 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Jose to Houston flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Jose to Houston flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap San Jose, California to Houston flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

3h 35m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Houston

2 airports
The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Houston takes 3h 35m
Direct flights go from San Jose, California to Houston every day.
There are 2 airports in Houston. From San Jose, California there are direct flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), Houston Hobby (HOU).
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  • How far is San Jose to Houston by plane?

    There are 1606.8 mi between San Jose and Houston. Typically, this will take 3h 35m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose 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 Jose Airport to Houston.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Houston may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Houston. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from San Jose, California to Houston

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Price
FrontierPriceFrom $108Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,051 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $111Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,404 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $192Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,138 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $221Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,236 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $325Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,216 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $333Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,272 reviews
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