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$56+ Cheap flights from California to Houston

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — HOU
Apr 27 — May 41
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Cheap flight deals from California to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated April 22, 2025.

Round-trip from

$104
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$56
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$219
From California to Houston
One-way flight from California to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from California to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 5/1011:33 amLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 20mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/198:57 amIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/21$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/62:28 pmLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 37mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/98:48 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$112
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/72:28 pmLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 37mFrontier
Sat 5/1011:37 amIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 51mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$113
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/52:06 pmONT - IAH
Nonstop3h 31mFrontier
Fri 5/912:08 pmIAH - ONT
Nonstop3h 30mFrontier
Deal found 4/21$114
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Thu 5/155:10 amLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Tue 5/205:00 pmHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/20$173
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/202:44 pmONT - IAH
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/316:29 pmIAH - ONT
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 5/202:44 pmONT - HOU
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/315:00 amHOU - ONT
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/21$197
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/247:00 amLAX - IAH
1 stop7h 50mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 7/285:50 pmIAH - LAX
1 stop8h 09mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/21$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 5/283:35 pmLAX - HOU
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/318:16 pmHOU - LAX
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Thu 5/1512:40 pmONT - HOU
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Sat 5/178:40 amHOU - ONT
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/21$222
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/26:00 amONT - IAH
Nonstop3h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/65:15 amIAH - ONT
1 stop8h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$227
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2912:56 amLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/27:00 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/21$228

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Houston 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 April 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Houston that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

11:33 am-4:53 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/19

8:57 am-10:37 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$104

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Tue 5/6

2:28 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/9

8:48 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$112

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Wed 5/7

2:28 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/10

11:37 am-1:28 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$113

OntarioHouston

ONT - IAH

ONTIAH

Ontario

Mon 5/5

2:06 pm-7:37 pm

Nonstop3h 31m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/9

12:08 pm-1:38 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$114

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Wed 6/4

1:20 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/9

10:45 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$177

OntarioHouston

ONT - IAH

ONTIAH

Ontario

Tue 5/20

2:44 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/31

6:29 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$197

OntarioHouston

ONT - HOU

ONTHOU

Ontario

Tue 5/20

2:44 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/31

5:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop6h 50m

$197

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Thu 7/24

7:00 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 7/28

5:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$206

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Wed 5/28

3:35 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/31

8:16 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$219

OntarioHouston

ONT - HOU

ONTHOU

Ontario

Thu 5/15

12:40 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/17

8:40 am-10:10 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$222

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Best time to book a flight from California to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Houston

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Houston (average of $230). Flying from California to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 CA to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 22, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Houston

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Houston. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 22, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to HO1 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Houston by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated April 22, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Houston by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Houston one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Houston are Spirit Airlines ($56), Frontier ($57), and Southwest ($81).

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Houston?

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Houston?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to Houston? While on average our users pay $318, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $86. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Houston Hobby), is priced around $104.

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Houston 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 California to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Houston (average of $230). Flying from California to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 California to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Houston. 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 April 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$60Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$108Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$176Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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