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$53+ 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 12/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — HOU
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Houston (HO1). 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 20, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from California to Houston
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/58:04 amONT - IAH
1 stop8h 16mFrontier
Sat 1/49:58 pmIAH - ONT
1 stop12h 08mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$108
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/310:41 amLAX - IAH
1 stop12h 14mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/107:10 pmIAH - LAX
1 stop14h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$110
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/310:41 amLAX - IAH
1 stop12h 14mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/69:56 pmIAH - LAX
1 stop13h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$113
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/106:40 pmLAX - HOU
1 stop20h 46mFrontier
Wed 1/226:16 pmHOU - LAX
1 stop25h 18mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$118
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/59:30 pmLAX - IAH
1 stop18h 50mFrontier
Sat 12/79:59 amIAH - LAX
1 stop7h 58mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$118
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/117:45 amONT - HOU
1 stop7h 41mFrontier
Thu 12/1210:36 amHOU - ONT
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$118
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/122:28 pmSJC - HOU
1 stop17h 05mFrontier
Wed 12/187:59 pmHOU - SJC
1 stop17h 51mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$146
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/169:10 pmSFO - IAH
1 stop18h 26mFrontier
Mon 12/237:58 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop13h 54mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$158
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/129:10 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop10h 23mFrontier
Mon 12/1610:36 amHOU - SFO
1 stop15h 35mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$158
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/105:30 amLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Wed 1/228:30 pmHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$209
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/56:30 amLAX - HOU
1 stop25h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/86:16 pmHOU - LAX
3 stops40h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$210
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mon 12/91:48 pmSNA - IAH
2 stops21h 24mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/103:39 pmIAH - SNA
2 stops18h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$234

Find flights from California to Houston within your budget

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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OntarioHouston

ONT - IAH

ONTIAH

Ontario

Wed 2/19

4:09 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop3h 17m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/21

12:07 pm-1:43 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

$108

OntarioHouston

ONT - HOU

ONTHOU

Ontario

Thu 1/9

8:11 pm-9:33 am

1 stop11h 22m

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/15

6:18 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$109

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Tue 12/3

10:41 am-12:55 am

1 stop12h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 12/10

7:10 pm-7:23 am

1 stop14h 13m

$110

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Thu 2/13

2:35 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 45m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/18

11:12 am-1:03 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

$111

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Wed 12/11

5:30 am-2:21 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 12/13

3:39 pm-5:27 pm

Nonstop3h 48m

$112

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Tue 12/10

6:40 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop20h 46m

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/22

6:16 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop25h 18m

$118

San JoseHouston

SJC - HOU

SJCHOU

San Jose

Thu 1/16

1:11 pm-9:36 am

1 stop18h 25m

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/23

10:36 am-12:11 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$138

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Mon 12/16

9:10 pm-5:36 pm

1 stop18h 26m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 12/23

7:58 pm-7:52 am

1 stop13h 54m

$158

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Thu 12/12

9:10 pm-9:33 am

1 stop10h 23m

Houston Hobby

Mon 12/16

10:36 am-12:11 am

1 stop15h 35m

$158

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Wed 1/15

6:30 am-11:35 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/21

8:30 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$189

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Best time to book a flight from California to Houston

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Travel insights for flights from California to Houston

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

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 $332). 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 November 20, 2024.

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.

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 November 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Frontier and American Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,831 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My first time, surprisingly good! It was a good ride overall. Coming from Singapore, this budget flight is better than the budget airline for our national carrier Singapore Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Houston. 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 California to Houston one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Houston are Frontier ($53), Spirit Airlines ($64), and Delta ($80).

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Houston consider Los Angeles - Houston Hobby, Los Angeles - Houston George Bush Intcntl or San Francisco - Houston Hobby as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Houston?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to Houston? While on average our users pay $354, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $130. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Houston Hobby), is priced around $98.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Houston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Houston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Houston?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Houston?

    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 $332). 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 7 airlines flying from California to Houston

Discover the top 7 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$60Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$77Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$121Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$158Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$163Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$185Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$391Average$781FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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