What is the best way to travel from Houston to San Diego?
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What is the cheapest way to reach San Diego from Houston?
You can get to San Diego with just $92 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Frontier Airlines27h 12m010:56 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport12:08 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/22/2026 10:56:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/24/2026 12:08:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 12m
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Spirit Airlines20h 26m09:47 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport4:13 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Spirit Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/22/2026 9:47:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/23/2026 4:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $173 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 26m
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United Airlines3h 43m04:50 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport6:33 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/22/2026 4:50:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/22/2026 6:33:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $218 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 43m
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Alaska Airlines5h 58m06:00 AMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport9:58 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/22/2026 6:00:00 AM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/22/2026 9:58:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $328 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 58m
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Viva Aerobus18h 51m011:30 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport4:21 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Viva Aerobus goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/22/2026 11:30:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/23/2026 4:21:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $358 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 51m
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Frontier Airlines15h 38m06:45 AMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport8:23 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/23/2026 6:45:00 AM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/23/2026 8:23:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 38m
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Spirit Airlines17h 26m09:47 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport1:13 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Spirit Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/23/2026 9:47:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/24/2026 1:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 26m
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Hawaiian Airlines10h 38m02:27 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport11:05 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Hawaiian Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/23/2026 2:27:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/23/2026 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $176 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 38m
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Alaska Airlines10h 38m02:27 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport11:05 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/23/2026 2:27:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/23/2026 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $177 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 38m
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United Airlines3h 43m04:50 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport6:33 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/23/2026 4:50:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/23/2026 6:33:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $199 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 43m
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What are the fastest trips from Houston to San Diego?
You can get to San Diego from Houston in just 3h 43m with a Flight from United Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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United Airlines3h 43m04:50 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport6:33 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/22/2026 4:50:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/22/2026 6:33:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $218 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 43m
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Alaska Airlines5h 58m06:00 AMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport9:58 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/22/2026 6:00:00 AM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/22/2026 9:58:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $328 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 58m
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Viva Aerobus18h 51m011:30 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport4:21 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Viva Aerobus goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/22/2026 11:30:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/23/2026 4:21:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $358 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 51m
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Spirit Airlines20h 26m09:47 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport4:13 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Spirit Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/22/2026 9:47:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/23/2026 4:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $173 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 26m
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Frontier Airlines27h 12m010:56 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport12:08 AMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/22/2026 10:56:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/24/2026 12:08:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 12m
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United Airlines3h 43m04:50 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport6:33 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from United Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/23/2026 4:50:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/23/2026 6:33:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $199 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 43m
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Hawaiian Airlines10h 38m02:27 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport11:05 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Hawaiian Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/23/2026 2:27:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/23/2026 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $176 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 38m
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Alaska Airlines10h 38m02:27 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport11:05 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Alaska Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/23/2026 2:27:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/23/2026 11:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $177 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 38m
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Frontier Airlines15h 38m06:45 AMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport8:23 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Frontier Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/23/2026 6:45:00 AM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/23/2026 8:23:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 38m
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Spirit Airlines17h 26m09:47 PMGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport1:13 PMSan Diego AirportSan Diego Airport0EconomyA Flight from Spirit Airlines goes from George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport, George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (USA) at 3/23/2026 9:47:00 PM to San Diego Airport, San Diego Airport (USA) arriving at 3/24/2026 1:13:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 26m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Houston to San Diego
What are the most popular stations in Houston and San Diego?
In Houston, you will usually depart from Hillcroft METRO Park and Ride Bus Station, Lockwood or Main St & Airline Dr, while in San Diego you will be arriving at Old Town Transit Center, University Av & Bancroft St Bus Stop or San Ysidro Transit Center, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to San Diego from Houston? With 5 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Houston and San Diego, you can pay as low as $92 with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to San Diego in just 3h 43m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Houston and San Diego are Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Houston and San Diego is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from West University Place, TX or to San Diego Airport, and look at flights from William P. Hobby Airport, and landing at Tijuana Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Houston to San Diego?
The most popular companies between Houston and San Diego, are Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Airlines: Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and 3 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Houston to San Diego
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Houston to San Diego. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Houston to San Diego
How can I reach San Diego from Houston?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Diego from Houston.
How far is San Diego from Houston?
The distance between Houston and San Diego is 1,301.0 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Houston and San Diego?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 57 kgs of CO2, a train 73 kgs, a car 356 kgs, and a flight 515 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Houston to San Diego?
You can get to San Diego with just $92 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.
What is the fastest way to get from Houston to San Diego?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to San Diego in just 3h 43m with a Flight from United Airlines.
More routes to Houston and to San Diego
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Houston and to San Diego. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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