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$63+ Cheap flights from California 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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — HOU
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$119
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$66
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$253
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Cheapest flights from California to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/2212:12 amLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 23mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 7/265:08 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$119
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/112:23 pmLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 36mFrontier
sáb. 8/1611:56 amIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 27mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$125
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
jue. 7/1012:12 amLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 23mMultiple Airlines
dom. 7/1311:56 amIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/2112:59 amONT - IAH
1 stop7h 35mFrontier
lun. 10/276:00 amIAH - ONT
1 stop5h 51mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$151
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/195:20 amLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 20mSouthwest
sáb. 8/238:20 pmHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$177
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 6/278:11 amSNA - IAH
1 stop13h 07mSpirit Airlines
mar. 7/86:30 amIAH - SNA
1 stop11h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/512:15 pmSAN - HOU
Nonstop3h 20mSouthwest
mar. 8/128:50 pmHOU - SAN
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/156:00 amONT - IAH
Nonstop3h 15mUnited Airlines
dom. 8/178:17 pmIAH - ONT
Nonstop3h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/296:20 amONT - HOU
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
lun. 9/17:50 amHOU - ONT
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/256:05 pmLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 23mDelta
vie. 8/17:00 amIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/10$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/266:50 amSFO - IAH
1 stop5h 52mFrontier
mar. 9/23:27 pmIAH - SFO
1 stop9h 06mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$225
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/87:00 amLAX - IAH
1 stop7h 50mAlaska Airlines
vie. 7/115:50 pmIAH - LAX
1 stop8h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$228

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Houston that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

mar. 7/22

12:12 am-5:35 am

Nonstop3h 23m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sáb. 7/26

5:08 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$119

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

lun. 8/11

2:23 pm-7:59 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

jue. 8/14

11:56 am-1:23 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

$125

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

jue. 7/10

12:12 am-5:35 am

Nonstop3h 23m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 7/13

11:56 am-1:23 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

$139

OntarioHouston

ONT - IAH

ONTIAH

Ontario

mar. 10/21

12:59 am-10:34 am

1 stop7h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 10/27

6:00 am-9:51 am

1 stop5h 51m

$151

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

mar. 8/19

5:20 am-10:40 am

Nonstop3h 20m

Houston Hobby

sáb. 8/23

8:20 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$177

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

vie. 6/27

8:11 am-11:18 pm

1 stop13h 07m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 7/8

6:30 am-4:27 pm

1 stop11h 57m

$207

OntarioHouston

ONT - IAH

ONTIAH

Ontario

vie. 8/15

6:00 am-11:15 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 8/17

8:17 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$217

San DiegoHouston

SAN - HOU

SANHOU

San Diego

mar. 8/5

12:15 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Houston Hobby

mar. 8/12

8:50 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$217

OntarioHouston

ONT - HOU

ONTHOU

Ontario

vie. 8/29

6:20 am-11:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston Hobby

lun. 9/1

7:50 am-9:05 am

Nonstop3h 15m

$217

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

vie. 7/25

6:05 pm-11:28 pm

Nonstop3h 23m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

vie. 8/1

7:00 am-8:20 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$219

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Best time to book a flight from California to Houston

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Houston (average of $230). Flying from California to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 CA to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 junio 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Houston as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Houston

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Houston. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to HO1 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Houston by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

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 California to Houston one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to Houston are Spirit Airlines ($66), Frontier ($71), and Southwest ($89).

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Houston consider Los Angeles - Houston Hobby, Los Angeles - Houston George Bush Intcntl or San Francisco - Houston Hobby as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Houston?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from California to Houston? While on average our users pay $362, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Houston Hobby), is priced around $104.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Houston (average of $230). Flying from California to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 7 airlines flying from California to Houston

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$60Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$70Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$112Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$161Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$176Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$289Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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