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$92+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Costa Mesa, CA

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HOU — LAX
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mar. 2/25
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The best prices from Houston Hobby to Costa Mesa are usually found in February or January, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Costa Mesa

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Round-trip from

$150
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$92
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$180
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 febrero 20, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/13:43 pmHOU - LAX
1 stop18h 49mFrontier
sáb. 3/86:30 amLAX - HOU
1 stop10h 54mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$150
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mar. 4/15:40 pmHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
mié. 4/25:20 amLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$173
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mié. 4/236:00 amHOU - LAX
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
mié. 4/304:47 pmLAX - HOU
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
mar. 5/66:45 pmHOU - LAX
1 stop8h 07mDelta
mié. 5/1411:45 amLAX - HOU
1 stop7h 56mDelta
Deal found 2/19$389

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

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Hobby

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Costa Mesa

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Depart

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Price

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

sáb. 3/1

3:43 pm-8:32 am

1 stop18h 49m

Los Angeles

sáb. 3/8

6:30 am-7:24 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$150

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

mar. 4/1

5:40 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Los Angeles

mié. 4/2

5:20 am-10:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$173

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

mié. 4/23

6:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

Los Angeles

mié. 4/30

4:47 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$306

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

mar. 5/6

6:45 pm-12:52 am

1 stop8h 07m

Los Angeles

mié. 5/14

11:45 am-9:41 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$389

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

mié. 5/7

4:35 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$92

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

lun. 3/17

10:36 am-12:25 am

1 stop15h 49m

$98

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

sáb. 3/8

10:15 am-2:36 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$154

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

dom. 4/13

8:00 am-8:21 pm

2 stops14h 21m

$226

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

lun. 3/3

2:57 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$249

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

lun. 2/24

10:15 am-5:06 pm

2 stops8h 51m

$10,891

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Deals found on 2/20

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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 February 14, 2025.

Booking 83 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa (average of $246). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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 February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings 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 febrero 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,355 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby to Costa Mesa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $92. Frontier flights start at $98 while deals on American Airlines start at $154 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 $293, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $88. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Los Angeles), is priced around $61.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa (average of $246). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$49Average$147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$126Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$174Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$189Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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