Question 1

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

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One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $54 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $55 and Southwest from $89 one-way.

Question 2

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

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Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to California (average of $240). Flying from Houston to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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.

Question 3

Weekly flight availability from Houston to California

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The most flights from HO1 to USCA are scheduled on a Friday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Question 4

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California 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 California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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).

Question 6

What are the most popular routes from Houston to California?

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Most travelers choose Houston Hobby - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Houston George Bush Intcntl - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Houston Hobby - Los Angeles when deciding on the best route from Houston to California.

Question 7

What are the cheapest flights from Houston to California?

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While on average a flight from Houston to California is generally $329, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $129. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), you can expect to pay $74 for that flight.

Question 8

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Houston to California?

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American Airlines, Delta and Frontier are the most popular airlines when flying from Houston to California.

Question 9

How far in advance should I book a flight from Houston to California?

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To save on the cost of your flight from Houston to California, book at least 36 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 81% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $196 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $433.

Question 10

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to California?

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Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to California from Houston. Users have commonly found prices around $233 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $78. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in March.

Question 11

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to CA?

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

Question 12

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

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

Question 13

How can I find direct flights from Houston to California?

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

Question 14

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

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Question 15

What are the most eco-friendly airlines from Houston to California?

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There are plenty of airlines that offer flights from Houston to California and one of the most sustainable is United Airlines. This is based on the progress they’ve been making towards achieving sustainable travel. The airline is committed to having an eco-friendly and sustainable operation which is clear from their Eco-Skies program. They have pledged to achieve carbon neutrality by the year 2050 and are the only airline globally that has made this commitment without the use of carbon offsets. As part of the program, the airline plans to invest in more sustainable fuel and is already halfway there. By the end of 2020, they had used the most sustainable fuel of any airline having ferried over 26 million passengers on flights powered by sustainable fuel.

Question 16

How can I fly more sustainably from Houston to California?

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One way to make your journey from Houston to California more sustainable is ensuring that you fly in the most direct way possible. Aircrafts burn the most fuel during take-off and landing so by reducing the number of times you take off and land in one journey, you’ll be effectively reducing the net carbon emissions during your journey. You could also make the trip more eco-friendly by packing light. The more weight an airplane carries the more fuel is burnt and as a result, the amount of carbon dioxide released into the atmosphere is higher. With light luggage, the net weight of the airplane is lower, and therefore more fuel is saved.

Question 17

How long is the flight from Houston to California?

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On a direct flight from Houston to California, expect a flight time of just over three hours. A stop can add a few hours or more to your flight time, and it could also be a bit longer depending on where in California you fly into.

Question 18

Which airlines operate flights from Houston to California?

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United offers the most direct flight options from Houston to cities in California. Other airlines that operate flights on that route are American Airlines and Spirit Airlines.

Question 19

How frequent are flights between Houston and California?

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There are quite a few flights going from Houston to California, as the route has dozens of daily direct flights. Just keep in mind that some destinations in California are far more popular than others, and flight selection may be more limited if you're traveling to a city with a smaller airport.

Question 20

Which airports serve Houston to California?

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George Bush Intercontinental Airport serves the Houston area. In California, Los Angeles International Airport is easily the state's busiest airport, and San Francisco International Airport is a clear second. Several other cities in California have major airports, though, so there are other options besides flying into Los Angeles or San Francisco.

Question 21

Which direct flight route between Houston and California is cheapest?

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There's no single cheapest route between Houston and California because it all depends which deals are available when you look. One day, flights from Houston to Los Angeles could be the cheapest, and the next you could find the best deals flying into Oakland. Since California is so large, it's better to choose which cities you want to visit and then look for the cheapest flights to the nearest airport.

If you land in Los Angeles, the eclectic and crazy Venice Beach isn't far, or you can take a road trip up the beautiful Pacific Coast Highway to Malibu. Palm Springs is a peaceful paradise just a couple hours east of Los Angeles, full of fun shops and country clubs with perfectly trimmed greens. Southern California stays warm most of the year, while northern California cools down in the winter.

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Question 22

What are the best ways to get to the airports in Houston and California?

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There are various destinations in California that serve flights arriving from Houston, Texas. These flights depart out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), which is located north of downtown Houston. There are buses running every half hour from the city center to the airport, and public transit takes about an hour to get to the airport. George Bush Intercontinental Airport serves the greater Houston metropolitan area. Flights from Houston to California fly into various airports across the state like Sacramento International Airport (SMF), San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), and San Diego International Airport (SAN).

Question 23

Which airlines fly directly from Houston to California?

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A variety of airlines operate nonstop flights to California from Houston. For instance, United Airlines has the most direct flight options to California airports like Sacramento International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, San Jose International Airport (SJC), Ontario International Airport (ONT), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Santa Ana John Wayne Airport (SNA), and San Diego International Airport (SAN). Other airlines also offer flights to Los Angeles International Airport, such as American Airlines and Delta Airlines, as well as seasonal routes with Spirit Airlines to Oakland International Airport (OAK), Los Angeles International Airport, and San Diego International Airport. Direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston to California take from about three hours and 20 minutes to four hours and 20 minutes, depending on the destination city.

Question 24

What are the stopover options between Houston and California?

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Many of the flight options between Houston and California are nonstop. However, there are flights with layovers in between that you may find more affordable or convenient. For example, from Houston to Los Angeles International Airport, Spirit Airlines offers flights with a stopover at Las Vegas McCarran International Airport (LAS) that adds about an hour and a half to the entire journey, and Delta Airlines has an option with a layover at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Flights to San Francisco International Airport from Houston can have layovers at airports like Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), Los Angeles International Airport, and Salt Lake City International Airport. The layover cities generally depend on the airline you decide to fly with and the airport you’re flying to in California.

Question 25

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Houston to California?

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No, US citizens are not required to have a passport to fly from Houston to California since it is a domestic flight. For flights within the United States, you can present either a passport or another form of ID like a NEXUS card or driver’s license. US citizens also do not need a visa to travel from Houston to California.

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