Costa Mesa

$53+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Costa Mesa, CA

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HOU — LAX
Nov 18 — Nov 251
1 adult
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The best prices from Houston Hobby to Costa Mesa are usually found in January or September, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Costa Mesa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) to Costa Mesa (CM3). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 13, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$108
(Frontier)

One-way from

$53
(Cheapflightsfares)
High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop
From Houston Hobby to Costa Mesa
One-way flight from Houston Hobby to Costa Mesa

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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Costa Mesa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Costa Mesa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 13, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/116:16 pmHOU - LAX
1 stop8h 16mFrontier
Wed 12/186:30 amLAX - HOU
1 stop10h 39mFrontier
Deal found 11/13$108
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/108:50 pmHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Thu 12/126:40 pmLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/12$185
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/510:36 amHOU - LAX
3 stops16h 11mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/118:30 amLAX - HOU
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$188
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/106:19 pmHOU - LAX
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/1011:55 pmLAX - HOU
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/61:14 pmHOU - LAX
1 stop10h 36mDelta
Fri 12/139:50 pmLAX - HOU
1 stop10h 04mDelta
Deal found 11/11$402

Find flights from Hobby to Costa Mesa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby to Costa Mesa that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,744,491 searches. Data last updated November 13, 2024.

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HOU - LAX

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Houston Hobby

Wed 12/11

6:16 pm-12:32 am

1 stop8h 16m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/18

6:30 am-7:09 pm

1 stop10h 39m

$108

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/6

7:59 pm-9:15 am

2 stops15h 16m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/8

8:14 am-5:28 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$151

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Tue 12/10

8:50 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Los Angeles

Thu 12/12

6:40 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$185

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Tue 12/10

6:19 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/10

11:55 pm-8:44 am

1 stop6h 49m

$301

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/18

7:59 pm-12:30 am

1 stop6h 31m

$53

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/11

8:50 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$80

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/11

6:16 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops28h 14m

$89

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Sat 12/14

9:14 am-3:20 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$156

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Sat 12/14

6:00 am-2:41 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$199

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Tue 12/3

4:51 pm-6:31 am

2 stops15h 40m

$270

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Costa Mesa

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Travel insights for flights from Hobby to Costa Mesa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Hobby to Costa Mesa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Costa Mesa. Price data was last updated on November 8, 2024.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa (average of $240). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to CM3?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby to Costa Mesa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 13, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Costa Mesa. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Costa Mesa by month

Plan your trip to Costa Mesa by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Mesa ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Costa Mesa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Mesa by month

Plan your trip to Costa Mesa by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Mesa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Mesa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Mesa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Costa Mesa. Reviews last updated November 13, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Southwest and American Airlines from Houston to Costa Mesa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good
8,789 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.0
Good
422 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

6.3
Okay
8,166 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,048 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $53. Southwest flights start at $80 while deals on American Airlines start at $153 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa? While on average our users pay $279, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $90. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Los Angeles), is priced around $88.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hobby to Costa Mesa that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hobby to Costa Mesa flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hobby to Costa Mesa?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hobby to Costa Mesa.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hobby to Costa Mesa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby to Costa Mesa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa (average of $240). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Hobby to Costa Mesa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby to Costa Mesa. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,744,491 searches. Data last updated November 13, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$59Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$137Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$187Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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