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Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:12:11

Houston (IAH) to San Diego (SAN) Flights

Compare flights from Houston to San Diego, explore popular airlines, airports, and travel tips.
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IAH········· ·········SAN
George Bush Intercontinental AirportSan Diego International Airport
Distance
1,304 miles
Flight time
3h 27m
Time difference
SAN is 2h behind
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Flights from Houston to San Diego

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from IAH to SAN on 2026-11-03
09:30IAHCST UTC−63h 29m
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10:59SANPST UTC−8$366.00One-way
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11:55IAHCST UTC−63h 29m
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13:24SANPST UTC−8$366.00One-way
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14:25IAHCST UTC−63h 29m
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15:54SANPST UTC−8$366.00One-way
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16:24IAHCST UTC−63h 29m
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17:53SANPST UTC−8$366.00One-way
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19:56IAHCST UTC−63h 30m
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21:26SANPST UTC−8$366.00One-way
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Flight route map

Houston (IAH) to San Diego (SAN) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Houston (IAH), Texas, to San Diego (SAN), California, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 1,304 miles.

Departure
George Bush Intercontinental Airport · Texas, United States · 29° 59' 04" N 95° 20' 29" W
Flight route
1,304 miles · 3h 27m
Direction
284.02° (WNW)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 31.82646, longitude -106.10398, approximately 650.31 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
1,300.6 miles
Driving route
1,471 miles · 29 hr 35 min
Time difference
SAN is 2h behind
Destination
San Diego International Airport · California, United States · 32° 44' 01" N 117° 11' 24" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
1,304 miles
Average flight time
3h 27m
Time difference
SAN is 2h behind
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Houston to San Diego is 284.02°, and the compass direction is WNW.

Airport information

George Bush Intercontinental Airport

George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Houston, Texas, United States
29° 59' 04" N, 95° 20' 29" W
Elevation: 97 ft (30 m)
Time zone: CDT UTC−5
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What's the weather like in Houston and San Diego?

Temperature unit:

IAH · Houston

80°FSunnyFeels like 82°F
Humidity
57%
Wind
10 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

SAN · San Diego

67°FPartly cloudyFeels like 69°F
Humidity
77%
Wind
3 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2875°F | 59°FFog
Thu, Oct 2971°F | 64°FLight drizzle
Fri, Oct 3070°F | 64°FOvercast
Sat, Oct 3170°F | 66°FOvercast
Sun, Nov 171°F | 62°FModerate rain showers

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Houston to San Diego

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Sep is lowest at USD 370. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 422, the difference is USD 52. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 98 on 2026-11-17, USD 268 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 366 on 2026-11-03 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.