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$48+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to Houston

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 12/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — HOU
Dec 13 — Dec 201
Sat 12/13
Sat 12/20
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/212:19 amLAX - IAH
1 stop8h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/117:24 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$97
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/271:43 pmLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 17mFrontier
Tue 12/167:24 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 47mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$98
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/121:42 pmLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/228:59 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$99
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/121:42 pmLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 30mFrontier
Sun 12/1410:31 pmIAH - LAX
1 stop13h 57mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$100
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/272:58 pmLAX - IAH
1 stop6h 40mFrontier
Wed 12/37:24 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 47mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$101
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Wed 12/1011:59 pmLAX - IAH
1 stop14h 39mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/175:43 pmIAH - LAX
1 stop8h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/12$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/122:16 pmLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 16mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/228:59 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/11$105
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Wed 12/36:08 pmLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 07mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/58:37 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/12$106
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/412:20 pmLAX - IAH
1 stop7h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/65:43 pmIAH - LAX
1 stop8h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11$108
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/37:42 amLAX - IAH
1 stop9h 48mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/85:43 pmIAH - LAX
1 stop8h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/11$110
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/10. 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.
Sat 12/610:10 pmLAX - IAH
1 stop10h 00mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/85:43 pmIAH - LAX
1 stop8h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/10$111
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/151:42 pmLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 30mFrontier
Wed 12/316:10 amIAH - LAX
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Deal found 11/11$112

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated November 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$97
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$48
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$264
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside to Houston 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 November 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Houston that are best for you.

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Riverside

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Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Fri 12/12

2:15 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston Hobby

Sun 12/14

5:35 am-7:20 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$121

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Tue 12/2

12:55 am-6:03 am

Nonstop3h 08m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 12/6

2:20 pm-4:06 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

$121

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

5:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/10

8:45 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$131

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Fri 1/16

12:55 am-6:07 am

Nonstop3h 12m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/25

4:25 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$134

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

5:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/17

8:10 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$134

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Sun 1/11

12:40 am-5:52 am

Nonstop3h 12m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/17

3:02 pm-4:56 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$134

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Thu 1/15

12:15 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/18

9:40 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$134

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Tue 2/3

8:50 am-2:05 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/5

4:06 pm-5:58 pm

Nonstop3h 52m

$137

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Tue 2/10

6:30 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/15

6:10 am-8:03 am

Nonstop3h 53m

$137

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Thu 1/15

12:55 am-6:07 am

Nonstop3h 12m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/23

6:50 pm-8:44 pm

Nonstop3h 54m

$137

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Houston

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Riverside to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Riverside to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Houston. Price data was last updated on November 7, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riverside to Houston, you should look to book at least 84 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 month to book a flight from Riverside to Houston?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Houston (average of $57). Flying from Riverside to Houston in August is currently the most expensive (average of $100). 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 R1V to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 13, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Riverside to Houston in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Riverside to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Riverside to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside to Houston flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 Riverside to Houston?

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated November 13, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Riverside to Houston to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,139 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,114 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,236 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riverside to Houston. 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 Riverside to Houston?

    There are many flights that can get you from Riverside to Houston in 3h 08m. Fly via Southwest or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Riverside to Houston is about 1375 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riverside to Houston?

    On average you can expect to pay $290 for a flight from Riverside to Houston. The cheapest flight overall is $60 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Houston Hobby) is currently priced at $54.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Riverside to Houston?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riverside to Houston 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 Riverside to Houston?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Houston (average of $57). Flying from Riverside to Houston in August is currently the most expensive (average of $100). 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 Riverside to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Riverside to Houston. 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 November 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$40Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$70Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$118Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$151Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$151Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$167Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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