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$38+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Houston

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Nov 5 — Nov 121
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Tue 11/12
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The best prices from Irvine to Houston are usually found in September or February, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Irvine (IR9) 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 October 31, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 11/168:07 amLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 08mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/1910:14 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/29$101
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/52:07 pmLAX - IAH
1 stop12h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/127:33 pmIAH - LAX
1 stop19h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$102
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/141:36 pmLAX - IAH
1 stop4h 58mFrontier
Sat 11/169:26 amIAH - LAX
1 stop14h 15mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$108
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 27mFrontier
Deal found 10/31$118
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 12/79:30 amLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 23mDelta
Sat 12/146:00 amIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 53mDelta
Deal found 10/30$185
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Fri 12/66:40 pmLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Wed 12/118:50 pmHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Mon 12/912:55 amLAX - IAH
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/227:35 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$244
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/285:55 pmLAX - HOU
1 stop15h 57mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/510:36 amHOU - LAX
1 stop9h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Fri 12/1312:55 amLAX - HOU
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/169:14 amHOU - LAX
1 stop8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/31$332
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sat 12/76:00 amLAX - HOU
1 stop8h 03mDelta
Sat 12/146:00 amHOU - LAX
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Deal found 10/30$389

Find flights from Irvine to Houston within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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Mon 12/9

9:30 pm-6:20 pm

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$62

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Sat 11/16

8:07 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$64

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Wed 11/6

2:07 pm-11:53 am

2 stops19h 46m

$72

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Tue 1/28

8:59 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$80

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Mon 1/6

12:51 am-6:04 am

Nonstop3h 13m

$92

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Thu 1/16

7:00 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$100

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Sat 2/1

6:43 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop20h 43m

$65

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LAX - HOU

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Mon 11/11

12:59 am-8:44 am

1 stop5h 45m

$164

Los AngelesHouston

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Wed 3/5

8:28 am-11:59 pm

2 stops13h 31m

$166

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Mon 12/9

2:08 pm-5:26 pm

3 stops49h 18m

$117

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Houston

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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to Houston

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Houston. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Irvine to Houston, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Irvine 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 IR9 to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 October 31, 2024.

When flying from Irvine to Houston, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Irvine to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Houston. Price data was last updated on October 27, 2024.

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

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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 October 31, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Irvine to Houston, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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
5,116 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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
9,420 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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
8,835 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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
9,240 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

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

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  • Can I find flights from Irvine to Houston for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Irvine to Houston for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $91, but on average you can expect to pay $199.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Irvine to Houston for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 6 direct flights from Irvine to Houston under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Irvine to Houston is less than $145.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Irvine to Houston for under $200?

    There are currently 8+ open flights from Irvine to Houston within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Irvine to Houston?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Friday.

  • How many flights depart from Irvine to Houston on average per day?

    Per day, 6 flights depart from Irvine to Houston on average.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 33% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 17% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 33% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 17% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Irvine to Houston?

    For as low as $91, Spirit Airlines can have you in Houston from Irvine in 3h 12m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1394 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $38. Frontier flights start at $44 while deals on Delta start at $80 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Houston?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Irvine to Houston? While on average our users pay $299, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $90. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Houston Hobby), is priced around $90.

  • What does LAX to HOU mean?

    Great question - LAX to HOU just means Los Angeles Airport to Houston Hobby Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH), College Station Easterwood Field Airport (CLL), Beaumont Jefferson County Airport (BPT) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Irvine to Houston that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Irvine to Houston flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Irvine to Houston with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Irvine to Houston flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Irvine 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Irvine to Houston that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Irvine to Houston offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Irvine to Houston?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Irvine to Houston flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Irvine to Houston flight deals updated?

    The Irvine to Houston flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Irvine 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 6 airlines flying from Irvine to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$60Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$93Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$105Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$175Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$185Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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