Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Houston: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Houston is 4 hours 20 minutes.
San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Houston is two hours ahead of San Francisco.
The busiest route is from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Take your pick of 66 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from SFO to IAH is the 00:24 United Airlines service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 23:59 with United Airlines.
To avoid missing your SFO to Houston flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Direct San Francisco International Airport to Houston tickets are available for booking. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is where you'll step off the plane.
Check out the offers from United Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Houston.
Travelling from central San Francisco to SFO takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Houston, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Houston
R 1,521 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Houston flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 2,572. These prices may change based on demand.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to IAH if you're coming in on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Houston. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and venture far and wide through Houston and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks before your flight from SFO to Houston.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
The centre of Houston is around 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Once your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Houston has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to HOU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your SFO to Houston flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Visit Houston in peak season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from San Francisco International Airport to Houston during low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your San Francisco International Airport to Houston flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from SFO to Houston in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Houston, browse our selection of hotels including:
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Houston Museum of Natural Science are a couple of major attractions to put on your Houston travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hermann Park.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Dallas is another well-known destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without a visit to Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
