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Houston to San Diego Flights

George Bush Intercontinental Airport

Booking flights from Houston is easy if you use the services offered on Orbitz.com. George Bush Intercontinental Airport is the main airport that serves those traveling in and out of the city. Named after George H. W. Bush, this airport serves tens of millions of travelers yearly and was the 10th busiest airport in the United States in 2011. Airlines that service this airport include American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Air Canada and Air France. Find low-cost tickets to destinations around the world on Orbitz.com.

Houston Airport Parking

Parking at George Bush Intercontinental Airport costs $17 per day, and you can purchase airport parking tickets in advance on Orbitz.com. However, if you are planning a long trip, this cost can add up. There are many companies that offer off-site parking to Houston travelers at cheaper rates. Ramada, which is approximately four miles from the airport, charges travelers $25 per week for parking and offers shuttle services to and from the airport. Park 'N Fly is located approximately three miles from the airport and charges $7 daily for parking, and Rocket Parking is located just over four miles from the airport, charging $5.50 per day.

Ground Transportation in Houston

The Houston Metropolitan Transit Authority has a bus and rail system that will get Houston residents to and from the airport. The airport has courtesy vans that will pick travelers up from locations that are within a five mile radius of the airport. Taxis are also available throughout the city and are the quickest option for those who choose not to drive or take public transportation. If you are arriving in Houston and need transportation, you can find great deals on rental cars on Orbitz.com. Customers can check out the latest sales to find bargain prices.

Airport Dining Facilities

George Bush Intercontinental Airport has a variety of restaurants that you can enjoy while waiting for your flight. Urban Crave, Cat Cora's Kitchen and Harlon's BBQ offer southern-style dishes. There are also many restaurant chains at this airport, including Schlotzky's Deli, Chili's and Popeye's Chicken. Book your flights from Houston using Orbitz.com and arrive at the airport early enough to relax and enjoy a fine meal.

Flights to San Diego

Booking flights to San Diego with Orbitz.com helps ensure you get the best rate on your airline tickets. The website makes it easy to find a flight that fits your budget. Orbitz.com searches hundreds of flight combinations to find you a bargain.

San Diego International Airport

The San Diego International Airport is located on North Harbor Drive, approximately three miles from downtown San Diego. The airport has hubs for 20 different airlines, including Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, JetBlue and Southwest Airlines. The Orbitz.com website searches flights from all available airlines and displays the results, so you can choose a flight that fits your travel needs and budget.

Parking and Transportation

The San Diego International Airport doesn't allow curbside parking. If you're being picked up from the airport, you'll need to pay for parking. Parking costs $2 for every half hour, with a maximum of $28 per day. The airport offers complimentary shuttle services from the parking lot to the airport terminals. Amtrak and the Metro Bus run between the airport and downtown San Diego every 15 minutes. You can also reserve a taxicab at any of the airport's transportation plazas. Orbitz.com can reserve you a rental car for the duration of your trip. The airport has courtesy phones located near baggage claim, so you can request shuttle service to the car rental company as soon as you arrive.

Dining at the Airport

If you need to grab a quick bite to eat when you arrive, the airport has numerous restaurants, including Monet's California Deli, Pizza Uno, McDonald's and Cramer's Deli. Because Orbitz.com takes care of everything when you book flights to San Diego on the website, you'll have plenty of time to relax and enjoy a meal before you head to your hotel.

Cheap flights from Houston to San Diego

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Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.

June

Cheapest weekend flights in June from Houston to San Diego

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Sat, Jun 29 Houston (IAH) San Diego (SAN) United Airlines $327
Return Mon, Jul 1 San Diego (SAN) Houston (IAH) United Airlines

Lowest roundtrip airfare in June from Houston to San Diego

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Tue, Jun 11 Houston (IAH) San Diego (SAN) United Airlines $257
Return Sat, Jun 15 San Diego (SAN) Houston (IAH) United Airlines

Best one-week trip in June from Houston to San Diego

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Tue, Jun 11 Houston (IAH) San Diego (SAN) United Airlines $257
Return Tue, Jun 18 San Diego (SAN) Houston (IAH) United Airlines
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July

Cheapest weekend flights in July from Houston to San Diego

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Thu, Jul 25 Houston (IAH) San Diego (SAN) United Airlines $297
Return Mon, Jul 29 San Diego (SAN) Houston (IAH) United Airlines

Lowest roundtrip airfare in July from Houston to San Diego

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Sat, Jul 27 Houston (IAH) San Diego (SAN) United Airlines $257
Return Wed, Jul 31 San Diego (SAN) Houston (IAH) United Airlines

Best one-week trip in July from Houston to San Diego

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Tue, Jul 23 Houston (IAH) San Diego (SAN) United Airlines $257
Return Tue, Jul 30 San Diego (SAN) Houston (IAH) United Airlines
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August

Cheapest weekend flights in August from Houston to San Diego

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Sat, Aug 31 Houston (IAH) San Diego (SAN) United Airlines $294
Return Mon, Sep 2 San Diego (SAN) Houston (IAH) United Airlines

Lowest roundtrip airfare in August from Houston to San Diego

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Wed, Aug 28 Houston (IAH) San Diego (SAN) Frontier Airlines $255
Return Tue, Sep 3 San Diego (SAN) Houston (IAH) Frontier Airlines

Best one-week trip in August from Houston to San Diego

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Tue, Aug 6 Houston (IAH) San Diego (SAN) United Airlines $257
Return Tue, Aug 13 San Diego (SAN) Houston (IAH) United Airlines
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Airports in Houston TX, US
map of airports in Houston
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    George Bush Airport (IAH)

    Distance from City Center: 17.8 miles

    Terminals and carriers for flights from IAH to SAN

    Terminal Carriers
    Terminal C United Airlines
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    Hobby Airport (HOU)

    Distance from City Center: 13.1 miles

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Airports in San Diego CA, US
map of airports in San Diego
  • 1

    San Diego Airport (SAN)

    Distance from City Center: 2 miles

    Terminals and carriers for flights from HOU to SAN

    Terminal Carriers
    Terminal 2 United Airlines
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Aircraft Options

Aircraft options between Houston and San Diego

Equipment Carrier
Boeing 737-700 Passenger United Airlines
Boeing 757-200 Passenger United Airlines
Boeing 737-900 Passenger United Airlines
Airbus Industrie A319 United Airlines
Boeing 737-800 Passenger United Airlines
Airbus Industrie A320 United Airlines
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Flight facts

    • 3 direct flights are operating from Houston to San Diego today.
    • Today's average time for a direct flight is 3h 29m.
    • United Airlines flight 1202 (7:59 AM GMT, Boeing 737-900 Passenger) is today's earliest available flight from Houston to San Diego.
    • United Airlines flight 766 (4:11 PM GMT, Airbus Industrie A320) is today's latest available flight from Houston to San Diego.
    • Today's shortest direct flight from Houston to San Diego (United Airlines flight 1202, Boeing 737-900 Passenger) takes 3h 23m.
    • Today's longest direct flight from Houston to San Diego (United Airlines flight 766, Airbus Industrie A320) takes 3h 36m.
    • Flights from George Bush Airport (IAH), Hobby Airport (HOU) to San Diego Airport (SAN) are available for this route.

Cheap airline tickets from Houston to San Diego

Airline Departure Arrival Travel dates Round-trip
airline logo Frontier Airlines HOU SAN Sat, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 24 $241
airline logo United Airlines HOU SAN Tue, Jul 23 - Tue, Jul 30 $257
Delta Airlines Delta Air Lines HOU SAN Sat, Jun 1 - Tue, Jun 11 $279
airline logo American Airlines HOU SAN Tue, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 13 $279
airline logo US Airways HOU SAN Mon, May 27 - Fri, May 31 $293
airline logo Spirit Airlines HOU SAN Mon, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 24 $372
airline logo Alaska Airlines HOU SAN Mon, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 24 $496
airline logo JetBlue Airways HOU SAN Tue, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 28 $666
airline logo AeroMexico HOU SAN Fri, Jun 28 - Sat, Jun 29 $849

Daily flight schedule for Mon, May 20, 2013

Carrier Flight # Departing Arriving Aircraft Flight time
Airport Time Airport Time
United Airlines UA1563 IAH 9:04 AM SAN 10:35 AM 73G 3hr 31min
United Airlines UA1657 IAH 11:55 AM SAN 1:18 PM 738 3hr 23min
United Airlines UA1603 IAH 12:49 PM SAN 2:10 PM 738 3hr 21min
United Airlines UA525 IAH 5:50 PM SAN 7:15 PM 752 3hr 25min
United Airlines UA1687 IAH 9:03 PM SAN 10:39 PM 738 3hr 36min