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$87+ Cheap flights from California to Hobby (HOU)

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LAX — HOU
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheap flight deals from California to Hobby

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Hobby flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$173
(Southwest)

One-way from

$87
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$289

Good round-trip deal

$290 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
From California to Houston Hobby
One-way flight from California to Houston Hobby
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Houston Hobby.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Houston Hobby.

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Cheapest flights from California to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/257:15 pmLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Sat 4/267:15 amHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$173
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 5/61:15 pmONT - HOU
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Thu 5/88:35 amHOU - ONT
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 3/28$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/2311:59 pmONT - HOU
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/75:00 amHOU - ONT
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/253:35 pmLAS - HOU
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Tue 4/299:50 pmHOU - LAS
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 4/2412:59 amLAS - HOU
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/298:16 pmHOU - LAS
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$237
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/1712:25 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop19h 07mFrontier
Mon 4/2110:36 amHOU - SNA
1 stop26h 54mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$240
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Fri 4/186:51 pmSFO - HOU
1 stop14h 46mFrontier
Mon 4/2110:36 amHOU - SFO
1 stop16h 08mFrontier
Deal found 3/28$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Wed 4/2312:35 amLAS - HOU
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Sat 4/264:00 pmHOU - LAS
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Deal found 3/28$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/710:25 amSNA - HOU
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/139:12 amHOU - SNA
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$269
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 4/113:49 pmSJC - HOU
1 stop17h 48mFrontier
Mon 4/1410:36 amHOU - SJC
1 stop6h 22mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$280
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/1712:29 pmSAN - HOU
1 stop19h 03mFrontier
Mon 4/2110:36 amHOU - SAN
1 stop27h 30mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$281
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/125:15 pmONT - HOU
2 stops14h 13mDelta
Sat 4/194:00 pmHOU - ONT
1 stop8h 36mDelta
Deal found 3/27$282

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Hobby 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Hobby

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Fri 4/25

7:15 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/26

7:15 am-8:50 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$173

OntarioHouston

ONT - HOU

ONTHOU

Ontario

Tue 5/6

1:15 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/8

8:35 am-10:05 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$177

OntarioHouston

ONT - HOU

ONTHOU

Ontario

Wed 4/23

11:59 pm-8:44 am

1 stop6h 45m

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/7

5:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop6h 50m

$197

Las VegasHouston

LAS - HOU

LASHOU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 4/25

3:35 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/29

9:50 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$217

Las VegasHouston

LAS - HOU

LASHOU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/24

12:59 am-8:44 am

1 stop5h 45m

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/29

8:16 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$237

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/17

12:25 pm-9:32 am

1 stop19h 07m

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/21

10:36 am-11:30 am

1 stop26h 54m

$240

San DiegoHouston

SAN - HOU

SANHOU

San Diego

Thu 4/17

7:39 pm-9:32 am

1 stop11h 53m

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/21

10:36 am-12:06 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$241

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Fri 4/18

6:51 pm-11:37 am

1 stop14h 46m

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/21

10:36 am-12:44 am

1 stop16h 08m

$248

Las VegasHouston

LAS - HOU

LASHOU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 4/23

12:35 am-9:18 am

1 stop6h 43m

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/26

4:00 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$253

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/7

10:25 am-7:44 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Houston Hobby

Tue 5/13

9:12 am-1:53 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$269

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from California to Hobby

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from California to Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 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 Hobby Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Houston Hobby Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Hobby. 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 March 28, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to HOU are scheduled on a Monday (5 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 Hobby by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby Airport when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Hobby by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston Hobby Airport, 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 Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Houston, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Houston Hobby Airport are Southwest ($87), American Airlines ($99), and Delta ($109).

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

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

    The cheapest flight price from California to Houston Hobby Airport is $86. On average you can expect to pay $298. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Houston Hobby), can usually be booked for $86.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Hobby 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 Hobby Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from California to Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$60Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$77Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$105Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$185Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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