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

Direct flights from San Jose International to Houston Hobby

San Jose International to Houston Hobby: Alternative routes

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

San Jose to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$279
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time3 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week8

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

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from San Jose International to Houston Hobby is $279. 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 42 minutes is the average flight time from San Jose International to Houston Hobby.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from San Jose International to Houston Hobby.
There are 8 flights per week flying from San Jose International to Houston Hobby, as of July 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose International to Houston Hobby is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Jose International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 42 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, Delta and Southwest Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Houston Hobby.

Traveling from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport.

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

  • Take your pick of five weekly Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport flights. The 06:35 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest you can take. Southwest Airlines operates the last service of the day at 13:40.

  • Your SJC to HOU flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Southwest Airlines is your gateway to exploring Houston (and maybe even some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport offered by this popular carrier.

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

  • Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers SJC to HOU flights. An exceptional 93.44% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.

  • If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SJC and HOU:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • San Diego International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • Right now, $140 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $279. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from SJC to HOU by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SJC to HOU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport.

Handy information about Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • The address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 84.69% of flights that depart SJC arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • Central San Jose to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is approximately 6 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near SJC:

Arriving at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

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

  • HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

  • William P. Hobby Airport to central Houston has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometers away.

  • Getting to the center on public transport will take you around 1 hour 40 minutes.

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

  • The quietest month for a flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Houston based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Houston is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SJC to HOU sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

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

  • If there's time to check out another corner of United States, head for Dallas, roughly 370 kilometers north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are highlights.

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