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$47+ Cheap flights from Irvine, 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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — HOU
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/252:38 pmLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 16mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/84:13 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$138
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/242:38 pmLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 16mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/84:13 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/2412:30 pmLAX - IAH
1 stop20h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/69:55 amIAH - LAX
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$160
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/313:08 pmLAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 31mFrontier
Sat 1/1010:56 amIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 52mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$163
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/258:37 amLAX - IAH
1 stop12h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/86:35 amIAH - LAX
1 stop9h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$184
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2412:30 pmLAX - IAH
1 stop20h 07mFrontier
Tue 1/610:56 amIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 52mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/2911:59 pmLAX - IAH
1 stop16h 38mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/84:13 pmIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$198
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/302:22 pmLAX - IAH
1 stop5h 11mFrontier
Wed 1/710:56 amIAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 52mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$203
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/252:40 pmLAX - HOU
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Thu 1/112:00 pmHOU - LAX
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$284
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/312:40 pmLAX - HOU
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Sat 1/108:40 amHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/249:40 amLAX - HOU
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Fri 1/27:40 amHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$346
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Thu 12/252:40 pmLAX - HOU
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Mon 1/511:30 amHOU - LAX
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$356

Find flight deals from Irvine to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$79
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$47
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$275
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Houston that are best for you.

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Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Thu 1/22

2:05 pm-7:23 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/26

9:55 am-11:51 am

Nonstop3h 56m

$90

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Tue 1/20

7:07 pm-12:19 am

Nonstop3h 12m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/24

9:33 pm-8:22 am

1 stop12h 49m

$93

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Thu 1/15

9:49 pm-9:07 am

1 stop9h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/22

4:13 pm-6:02 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

$97

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Fri 1/9

7:07 pm-12:19 am

Nonstop3h 12m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/12

9:33 pm-8:22 am

1 stop12h 49m

$98

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Thu 2/26

1:50 pm-7:23 pm

Nonstop3h 33m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/1

4:34 pm-6:23 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

$106

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Sat 1/10

6:44 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/12

4:13 pm-6:02 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

$107

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Thu 1/22

7:07 pm-12:19 am

Nonstop3h 12m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/26

10:14 pm-8:22 am

1 stop12h 08m

$114

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Thu 2/26

7:18 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop3h 12m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/1

9:18 pm-8:15 am

1 stop12h 57m

$118

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Sun 1/25

9:49 pm-9:07 am

1 stop9h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/25

9:18 pm-8:15 am

1 stop12h 57m

$124

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Sat 1/17

5:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/18

9:40 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$131

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Houston

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Irvine to Houston, you should look to book at least 86 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 Irvine to Houston?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Houston (average of $55). Flying from Irvine 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 IR9 to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 December 18, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Irvine to Houston in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Houston flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons 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.

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 December 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Irvine to Houston, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,009 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,093 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,189 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,080 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Irvine to Houston?

    For as low as $131, Frontier can have you in Houston from Irvine in 3h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1386 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Irvine to Houston one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $40. Spirit Airlines flights start at $42 while deals on American Airlines start at $75 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Houston?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Irvine to Houston? While on average our users pay $350, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $89. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Houston Hobby), is priced around $63.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Houston (average of $55). Flying from Irvine 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 Irvine to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$40Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$108Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$144Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$151Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$151Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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