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$41+ Cheap flights from Texas to California

DFW — LAX
Sep 28 — Oct 51
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Cheapest flights from Texas to California

Thu 9/245:20 am -
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Thu 9/249:32 am -
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Deal found 8/25$107
Thu 10/225:05 am -
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Mon 10/267:09 pm -
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Deal found 8/27$110
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Sat 10/312:59 pm -
Nonstop3h 26m
Deal found 8/27$111
Mon 10/195:05 am -
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Wed 10/2112:52 am -
Nonstop3h 08m
Deal found 8/24$112
Thu 11/126:00 am -
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Fri 11/1312:01 am -
Nonstop3h 09m
Deal found 8/27$113
Thu 10/155:05 am -
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Mon 10/197:09 pm -
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Deal found 8/28$114
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Fri 10/2312:52 am -
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Deal found 8/28$116
Mon 9/215:05 am -
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Deal found 8/26$117
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Wed 9/1612:53 am -
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Deal found 8/25$118
Thu 10/14:20 pm -
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Sat 10/312:59 pm -
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Deal found 8/27$119
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Deal found 8/27$120
Sat 10/33:32 pm -
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Tue 10/69:45 am -
Nonstop2h 52m
Deal found 8/24$147

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Round-trip from

$107
(Frontier)

One-way from

$41
(Gotogate)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$306

Good round-trip deal

$149 or less

Good one-way deal

$99 or less
From Texas to California
One-way flight from Texas to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($87 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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HoustonLas Vegas

HOU Houston Hobby - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

HOULAS

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/4

8:30 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/7

7:45 am-2:40 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$181

HoustonLas Vegas

HOU Houston Hobby - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

HOULAS

Houston Hobby

Sat 11/14

7:55 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 11/15

1:25 am-8:40 am

1 stop5h 15m

$181

HoustonLas Vegas

HOU Houston Hobby - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

HOULAS

Houston Hobby

Sat 10/3

6:05 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 10/5

7:45 am-2:20 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$181

HoustonLas Vegas

HOU Houston Hobby - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

HOULAS

Houston Hobby

Sat 11/7

8:55 am-11:45 am

1 stop4h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/10

10:55 am-5:35 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$186

HoustonLas Vegas

HOU Houston Hobby - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

HOULAS

Houston Hobby

Thu 11/12

10:25 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 11/16

3:40 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$224
Quickest round-trip

HoustonLas Vegas

HOU Houston Hobby - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

HOULAS

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/22

5:55 am-7:05 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 10/26

8:45 pm-1:35 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$224

HoustonLas Vegas

HOU Houston Hobby - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

HOULAS

Houston Hobby

Tue 11/10

8:45 am-11:10 am

1 stop4h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 11/13

5:00 am-9:50 am

Nonstop2h 50m

$230

DallasSan Diego

DFW Dallas/Fort Worth - SAN San Diego

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 9/30

7:38 pm-8:53 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

San Diego

Mon 10/5

9:10 am-2:17 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$237

HoustonLas Vegas

HOU Houston Hobby - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

HOULAS

Houston Hobby

Fri 10/23

6:05 am-8:45 am

1 stop4h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 10/26

7:00 pm-1:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

$239

DallasSan Diego

DFW Dallas/Fort Worth - SAN San Diego

DFWSAN

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 9/22

5:30 am-12:25 pm

1 stop8h 55m

San Diego

Thu 9/24

3:00 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$257

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Best time to book a flight from Texas to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Texas to California (average of $289). Flying from Texas to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 TX to CA?

It’s typically best to fly out from Texas to California in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Texas to California

The most flights from USTX to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (85 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (55 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Texas to California?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Texas to California flights typically cost between $152 and $323 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $196 on Frontier (Sep 22-Sep 26).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Texas to California?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Texas to California, you should look to book at least 58 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Texas to California?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Texas to California. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Texas to California Travel Guide

California never ceases to draw Texas visitors in with its vibrant beach cities, coastal wilderness parks and star-studded streets. Whatever type of Pacific-coast vacation you crave, flying to California is always a good choice. Plus, with most direct flights hovering around three hours, and with plenty of airport choices on both ends of the trip, you can find the perfect flight from Texas to California in minutes.

Texas may have its wide open spaces, BBQ grills and rodeos, but few can resist the temptation to escape the state for a while, trading rugged Texas terrain for the redwood forests or sprawling beaches of sunny California. If you're headed to the Los Angeles area, be sure to embark on a whale-watching cruise from Long Beach or stroll along the Hollywood Walk of Fame. If San Diego is your destination, check out the marine mammals at Sea World. Headed to Yosemite, Sequoia or one of the state's other pristine National Parks? A good idea is to use the shuttle to and within the park to avoid headaches. California enjoys mild weather year-round, but winters can get chilly, especially north along the coast. Come prepared with jeans, closed shoes and a light jacket for a fall or winter trip.

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Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Texas to California?

    If you're leaving from Dallas, you can reach Los Angeles in just under two hours and 50 minutes. You can also fly to San Francisco in around three hours and 20 minutes or get to San Diego in two hours and 40 minutes. Flights from Houston to Los Angeles are just over three hours, and a flight from Austin to Los Angeles are around two hours and 45 minutes.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Texas to California?

    The states of Texas and California host some of the country's busiest airports by passenger traffic, which means you can find direct flights through most major airlines. Some of your options include American, United and Delta as well as jetBlue, Spirit and Sun Country. Keep in mind that bigger airports such as Dallas-Fort Worth and Los Angeles offer the most diverse airline choices.

  • How frequent are flights between Texas and California?

    Thanks to the generous number of major airports in both states, you can find dozens of direct flights from Texas to California on any given day. For example, around 10 flights leave from Dallas to San Francisco on a daily basis, and around a dozen leave from Dallas to Los Angeles. You can often find flights to major California destinations leaving every hour or so during the afternoon and evening.

  • Which airports serve Texas to California?

    Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is the biggest and busiest airport in the state, but other major airports include George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Austin. In California, Los Angeles International Airport and San Francisco International Airport are the two busiest options while a few others include San Diego International Airport and Oakland International Airport.

  • Which direct flight route between Texas and California is cheapest?

    You can generally find the cheapest direct flights from Dallas to San Francisco as well as Dallas to Los Angeles since the cities' busy airports offer a larger number of flights between the two states.

  • How busy are the airports in Texas and California?

    Three airports serve Texas to California flights. They are Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston, and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). Of the three, Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport offers the most flights to California. Located halfway between Dallas and Fort Worth, Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is one of the busiest airports in the world. Thus, if you’re to board your flight to California at this airport, you can count on encountering lots of human traffic. In California, most flights from Texas usually land at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Regarded by many as one of the best airports in the country, this airport is one you can easily leave, as it has plenty of cabs, shuttles, and car rentals. Other flights from Texas to California usually land at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), San Diego International Airport (SAN), and Oakland International Airport (OAK).

  • Which airlines fly directly from Texas to California?

    Several airlines fly directly to California from Texas. These airlines include American Airlines, Delta Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Spirit Airlines. Given that all these airlines offer numerous direct flights to California from Texas, it’s safe to say that you can easily find one that offers a flight that is convenient for you. It’s worth stating that if you’d like to travel to California on board a pocket-friendly direct flight, you should consider traveling with Spirit Airlines, as this airline offers remarkably cheap direct flights. It’s also worth stating that if you’re a fan of sustainable travel, you should consider flying from Texas to California aboard one of the direct flights offered by either American Airlines or Delta Airlines, as these airlines are the top eco-friendly airlines in the country.

  • What are the stopover options between Texas to California?

    The most popular stopover options between Texas and California are Denver and Las Vegas. If you select a flight with a stopover in Denver, you’ll land at Denver International Airport. Home to friendly staff, this airport is highly reviewed because it features amenities like onsite restaurants, well-stocked boutiques, and comfortable lounges. On the other hand, if you select a flight with a stopover in Las Vegas, you’ll land at the highly acclaimed McCarran International Airport. Similar to Denver International Airport, this renowned airport boasts spacious lounges, clean facilities, wonderful boutiques, and onsite restaurants. Given that both these airports have top-notch amenities, at either, you’re bound to have a good time.

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

    To fly to California from Texas, there are several documents that you can use as an American to pass airport security. They include your passport, driver’s license, photo ID issued by a federally recognized tribe, transportation worker identification credential, border crossing card, or HSPD -12 PIV card. If you’re a foreigner but a permanent resident of the country, you can use your permanent resident card. However, if you’re a foreigner in the country for a short tour, you must present your foreign-government issued passport to be allowed to travel.

  • How long is the flight from Texas to California?

    Departing from Texas to California will take you 3h 10m. The distance from Texas to California is about 1232 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $29 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $78 and American Airlines from $81 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Texas 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Texas to California (average of $289). Flying from Texas to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from Texas to California?

    Spirit Airlines, JetBlue, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines are the four most eco-friendly airlines with flights to California from Texas. Each airline has put measures in place to foster sustainable travel. JetBlue has started an onboard recycling program, and they compost most of their waste. They are also flying newer and more efficient jets and are moving away from diesel-powered ground equipment, replacing them with electric ones. United Airlines have a carbon offsetting program, invested in low carbon fuel sources, and implemented new and efficient engines with reduced carbon emissions. Most of the airlines mentioned above are upgrading to more environment-friendly fleets, which are more efficient, use more environmentally friendly materials, and serve eco-friendly meals on board.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from Texas to California?

    You can fly more sustainably to California from Texas by taking these four measures. First, avoid overpacking. Carry only what is necessary for your trip to California from Texas to avoid overloading the plane. Overloaded planes tend to use more fuel to fly, releasing more greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. Second, avoid creating unnecessary waste on your flight. The best way to avoid unnecessary waste is to bring your reusable canteens and headphones and avoid single-use plastics and disposable headphones offered on the flight. Three, book a direct flight. With a nonstop flight to California available, book it since it’s much cheaper and more environmentally friendly since it releases half the carbon released by a connecting flight. Finally, prioritize airlines with carbon offsetting programs. These airlines allow you to play your part in cleaning up the atmosphere by compensating for the carbon you produce.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Texas to California

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$56Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$90Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$98Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$99Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$134Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$156Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$170Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$173Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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