Cheap Flights from California (CA) to Houston, TX from $36 - Find Tickets & Airfare Deals at Cheapflights.com

How to find the cheapest flight from
California to Houston (IAH)

How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Houston?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 27 days in advance, which can save you up to 43% on flights from California to Houston compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 27 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $167. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $207.

What is the cheapest month to fly from California to Houston?

October can be a great time to fly to Houston from California with a flight ticket averaging about $162. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of October for as cheap as $74. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January.

One-way flights to Houston from California

The cheapest one-way flights from California to Houston

1:25 pm - 6:36 pm

Spirit Airlines

Nonstop

3h 11m

LAX - IAH

$36

Travelgenio

1:25 pm - 6:36 pm

Spirit Airlines

Nonstop

3h 11m

LAX - IAH

$37

Travelgenio

4:31 am - 9:46 am

Spirit Airlines

Nonstop

3h 15m

LAX - IAH

$47

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Flight FAQs

From California to Houston

Are flight prices decreasing from California to Houston due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both California and Houston for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Can I find flights from California to Houston for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from California to Houston for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $60, but on average you can expect to pay $76.

Are there nonstop flights from California to Houston for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from California to Houston under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from California to Houston is less than $80.

Are there last-minute flights available from California to Houston for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from California to Houston within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from California to Houston?

Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this flight route?

The California to Houston George Bush Intcntl flight path was viewed by 758 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from California to Houston?

Consider Major Airline, American Airlines or Alaska Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from California to Houston.

What are the most popular routes from California to Houston?

The most popular flight routes from California to Houston are Los Angeles - Houston George Bush Intcntl, San Francisco - Houston George Bush Intcntl and Ontario - Houston George Bush Intcntl.

What are the cheapest Flights from California to Houston?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $66. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Houston George Bush Intcntl) can be booked for $60 on average our data indicates $171 when flying from California to Houston

What are the most reliable airlines from California to Houston?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from California to Houston on time: Spirit Airlines(96%), Air New Zealand(94%), ANA(94%.)

How long is the flight from California to Houston?

Spirit Airlines can get you from California to Houston in just under 3h 04m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. All flights are typically nonstop.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from California to Houston round-trip?

Currently priced at $60, Spirit Airlines will fly you from California to Houston and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip.