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$76+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to California

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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — LAX
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Hobby to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hobby to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$151
(Southwest)

One-way from

$76
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$218

Good round-trip deal

$157 or less

Good one-way deal

$92 or less
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 8/279:40 amHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
Thu 9/43:40 pmLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$151
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 9/138:30 pmHOU - LAS
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Sat 9/205:00 amLAS - HOU
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/57:50 amHOU - ONT
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Mon 9/86:20 amONT - HOU
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/27$191
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/106:44 pmHOU - LAS
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/178:55 amLAS - HOU
1 stop5h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$196
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sun 8/246:00 amHOU - SNA
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/3111:26 amSNA - HOU
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/298:25 pmHOU - ONT
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/3111:59 pmONT - HOU
1 stop6h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$211
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Tue 8/122:30 pmHOU - SFO
1 stop6h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/197:00 amSFO - HOU
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 9/266:37 pmHOU - LAS
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Mon 9/2912:29 amLAS - HOU
1 stop9h 49mDelta
Deal found 7/28$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 10/310:00 amHOU - SNA
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Sun 10/56:40 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 10/317:15 pmHOU - SAN
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Tue 11/45:40 pmSAN - HOU
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 9/306:00 amHOU - BUR
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Sat 10/412:42 pmBUR - HOU
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/28$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 9/241:13 pmHOU - ONT
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Tue 10/2110:29 pmONT - HOU
1 stop8h 49mDelta
Deal found 7/28$237

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby to California 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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/27

9:40 am-11:05 am

Nonstop3h 25m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

3:40 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$151

HoustonLas Vegas

HOU - LAS

HOULAS

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/24

8:50 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/15

5:20 am-10:15 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$177

HoustonOntario

HOU - ONT

HOUONT

Houston Hobby

Fri 9/5

7:50 am-9:05 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Ontario

Mon 9/8

6:20 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$191

HoustonLas Vegas

HOU - LAS

HOULAS

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/10

6:44 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 9/17

8:55 am-3:55 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$196

HoustonSanta Ana

HOU - SNA

HOUSNA

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/24

6:00 am-10:33 am

1 stop6h 33m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 8/31

11:26 am-7:55 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$199

HoustonOntario

HOU - ONT

HOUONT

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/29

8:25 pm-12:07 am

1 stop5h 42m

Ontario

Sun 8/31

11:59 pm-8:20 am

1 stop6h 21m

$211

HoustonSan Francisco

HOU - SFO

HOUSFO

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/12

2:30 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop6h 37m

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

7:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$214

HoustonLas Vegas

HOU - LAS

HOULAS

Houston Hobby

Fri 9/26

6:37 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/29

12:29 am-12:18 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$217

HoustonSan Diego

HOU - SAN

HOUSAN

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/23

6:30 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 00m

San Diego

Wed 8/27

6:15 am-1:51 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$217

HoustonSanta Ana

HOU - SNA

HOUSNA

Houston Hobby

Fri 10/3

10:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 10/5

6:40 pm-1:45 am

1 stop5h 05m

$219

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 HOU to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

When flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston Hobby Airport to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Houston Hobby Airport to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
333 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    $76 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $99 and $109, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Houston Hobby Airport to California are Houston Hobby - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Houston Hobby - Los Angeles and Houston Hobby - San Diego.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $234 for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to California. The cheapest flight overall is $75 while the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl) is currently priced at $84.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to California (average of $246). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 Hobby to California

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby to California. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$49Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$112Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$165Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$169Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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