$94 Cheap Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Houston (HOU)

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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Houston (SJC-HOU)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $94 for one-way flights and $174 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 22 - Tue, Jul 29
SJC
San Jose
IAH
Houston
$174 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 22 from San Jose to Houston, returning Tue, Jul 29, priced at $174 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
SJC
San Jose
IAH
Houston
$187 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from San Jose to Houston, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $187 found 6 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 22 - Tue, Jul 29
SJC
San Jose
IAH
Houston
$197 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 22 from San Jose to Houston, returning Tue, Jul 29, priced at $197 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Aug 3 - Thu, Aug 14
SJC
San Jose
IAH
Houston
$205 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$205
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 3 from San Jose to Houston, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $205 found 5 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 15 - Thu, Jul 17
SJC
San Jose
IAH
Houston
$206 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 15 from San Jose to Houston, returning Thu, Jul 17, priced at $206 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 29
SJC
San Jose
IAH
Houston
$207 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 26 from San Jose to Houston, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $207 found 14 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22
SJC
San Jose
IAH
Houston
$213 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from San Jose to Houston, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $213 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Oct 18 - Tue, Oct 21
SJC
San Jose
HOU
Houston
$250 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from San Jose to Houston, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $250 found 5 hours ago
Delta
Thu, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 17
SJC
San Jose
IAH
Houston
$263 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$263
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from San Jose to Houston, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $263 found 6 hours ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Tue, Sep 9
SJC
San Jose
IAH
Houston
$283 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$283
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from San Jose to Houston, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $283 found 5 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose (SJC) to Houston (HOU)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $91 - $427 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from San Jose (SJC) to Houston (IAH)
Origin airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Destination airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines
Roundtrip price
$174
Distance
1605 mi
Average flight time
7 hours 43 mins

San Jose to Houston Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Jose to Houston

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Jose to Houston are during the month of July. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Jose to Houston with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Jose to Houston

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Jose to Houston: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Jose to Houston

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Jose to Houston in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $94 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Jose to Houston flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Jose to Houston airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) cost?
Pick up cheap return fares starting at $297 from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines flight leaving SJC on July 29 2025 and touching down at HOU. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SJC to HOU?
The cheapest flights from SJC to HOU are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
Fly directly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SJC to HOU?
Journey from SJC to HOU with Southwest Airlines. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting from $149. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SJC on September 22 2025. Prices were last updated on July 3 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs daily from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Seeking more options? Use our filters to discover flights with layovers and add an extra destination to your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
More passengers fly between SJC and HOU at 11 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJC to HOU?
Depart on a Friday if you're searching for the largest selection of flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
What is the earliest flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)'s first flight to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) takes off at approximately 7:05AM UTC-8. With a total travel time of 3h 35m, you'll touch down at around 12:40PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
Typically, it takes 3 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 1,600 mi from SJC to HOU.
What airline has the least delays from SJC to HOU?
Consider booking with Southwest Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) without any interruptions. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 97%. Want real-time updates? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
Select a flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Houston from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is the only airport in Houston with direct flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). Compare the available options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SJC to HOU are typically more expensive. To lock in the lowest rates, start searching for flights early. That said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, it's possible to score a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a SJC to HOU flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a SJC to HOU flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. Once you've selected your preferred flights and accommodations, consider adding extras including tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
If you reserved your SJC to HOU flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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