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$89+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Costa Mesa, CA

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HOU — LAX
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Costa Mesa are usually found in February or January, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Costa Mesa
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/289:35 pm
HOU
-
LAX
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Tue 3/310:20 am
LAX
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HOU
Nonstop3h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/243:10 pm
HOU
-
LAX
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Wed 3/45:20 am
LAX
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HOU
Nonstop3h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$188
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/49:40 pm
HOU
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LAX
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Mon 3/911:50 pm
LAX
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/29$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 2/249:40 pm
HOU
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LAX
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Sat 2/287:00 pm
LAX
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/253:10 pm
HOU
-
LAX
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Mon 3/25:30 am
LAX
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$208
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/274:30 pm
HOU
-
LAX
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Fri 3/611:50 pm
LAX
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/219:35 pm
HOU
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LAX
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Mon 2/235:30 am
LAX
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HOU
Nonstop3h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$224
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Tue 3/39:40 pm
HOU
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LAX
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Thu 3/55:30 am
LAX
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HOU
2 stops6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26$232
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/274:30 pm
HOU
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LAX
Nonstop3h 50m
Southwest
Sun 3/15:45 am
LAX
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HOU
Nonstop3h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/29$233

Find flight deals from Hobby to Costa Mesa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hobby to Costa Mesa flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$89
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$181
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa that are best for you.

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HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/25

3:10 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/2

5:30 am-10:40 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$208

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/24

5:40 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

5:20 am-10:25 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$223

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/21

9:35 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/23

5:30 am-10:40 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$224

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/18

6:30 am-10:35 am

1 stop6h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/24

5:20 am-10:25 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$234

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/21

9:35 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/25

11:00 am-8:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$234

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/24

3:10 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/28

5:45 am-2:15 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$234

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/23

10:35 pm-12:25 am

Nonstop3h 50m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/25

11:50 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$237

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/4

4:40 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

5:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$248

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/25

8:30 am-1:25 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/31

11:50 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$252

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/25

9:40 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$89

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Costa Mesa

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Costa Mesa. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa (average of $59). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $111). 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 CM3?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby to Costa Mesa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Costa Mesa. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Mesa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Mesa. 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 Costa Mesa. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,394 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,056 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby to Costa Mesa. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa?

    There are many flights that can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa in 3h 50m. Fly via Southwest to get the fastest option. There are 1386 mi between Houston Hobby Airport and Costa Mesa. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $36. Frontier flights start at $43 while deals on Southwest start at $75 one-way.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa? While on average our users pay $256, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $88. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Los Angeles), is priced around $93.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Hobby to Costa Mesa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby to Costa Mesa 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 Costa Mesa?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa (average of $59). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Costa Mesa in June is currently the most expensive (average of $111). 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 Costa Mesa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby to Costa Mesa. 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$68Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$71Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$89Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$152Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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