Cheap Flights from San Diego International to Houston Hobby

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Flight deals from San Diego International to Houston Hobby

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from ج.م.‏ 20,981. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Houston Hobby

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to Houston Hobby flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from San Diego International to Houston Hobby

San Diego International to Houston Hobby: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego International to Houston below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Houston Hobby.

San Diego to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 6,438
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week16

Finding cheap flights from San Diego International to Houston Hobby: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to Houston Hobby is ج.م.‏ 20,831. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego International to Houston Hobby.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from San Diego International to Houston Hobby.
As of May 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from San Diego International to Houston Hobby.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Houston Hobby is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport on Tuesday, 30 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 10 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Houston Hobby but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Houston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Houston Hobby.

Flying from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Houston is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of San Diego.

  • Each week, there are 12 San Diego International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, opt for the 06:30 Southwest Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 20:45 with Southwest Airlines.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SAN to HOU flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • Southwest Airlines is your ticket to exploring Houston (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from San Diego International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier offering SAN to HOU flights is Southwest Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 66.91% of the time.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Diego International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SAN and HOU include:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Dallas Love Field Airport

    • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • ج.م.‏ 6,438 is the lowest price for a one-way San Diego International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport flight. Return flights start from ج.م.‏ 20,831. These fares can change based on demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from SAN to HOU by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SAN to HOU.

  • Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The address for SAN is Airport Drive.

  • When it comes to San Diego International Airport's on-time performance, 71.38% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • San Diego International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central San Diego. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near SAN. Whether you're boarding an early flight from San Diego International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

Getting from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to central Houston

  • The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.

  • William P. Hobby Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Houston. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour 40 minutes.

When to fly to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Houston. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Houston is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your flights from San Diego International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SAN to HOU sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • San Antonio is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in United States, head for Dallas, about 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.

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