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$66+ Cheap flights from Orange County 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 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — HOU
Mar 25 — Apr 11
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Cheap flight deals from Orange County to Houston

Cheapest flights from Orange County to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Orange County to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 23, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 4/2912:50 pm
LGB
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 05m
Southwest
Sat 5/28:15 am
HOU
-
LGB
Nonstop3h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 2/22$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Wed 4/293:29 pm
SNA
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 14m
United Airlines
Sat 5/27:55 pm
IAH
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/18$249
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 3/219:50 am
SNA
-
IAH
1 stop9h 23m
Frontier
Fri 3/276:45 am
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop6h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 2/19$250
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 3/34:37 pm
SNA
-
IAH
1 stop11h 17m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/249:47 pm
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop14h 06m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 5/57:00 am
LGB
-
IAH
1 stop8h 19m
Delta
Tue 5/1212:06 pm
IAH
-
LGB
1 stop6h 10m
Delta
Deal found 2/19$251
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 5/16:45 am
SNA
-
IAH
2 stops15h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 5/411:30 am
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop11h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$252
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 5/307:45 am
SNA
-
IAH
2 stops15h 17m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 6/111:30 am
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop11h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$253
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/256:45 am
SNA
-
IAH
2 stops15h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/298:56 pm
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop17h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$254
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/35:10 pm
SNA
-
HOU
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Mon 4/64:00 pm
HOU
-
SNA
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 2/19$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/712:15 pm
SNA
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 4/142:50 pm
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop8h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/19$255
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/154:37 pm
SNA
-
IAH
1 stop11h 24m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 4/1911:30 am
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop11h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$256
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 3/96:45 am
SNA
-
IAH
2 stops15h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 3/129:47 pm
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop14h 06m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/21$257

Find flight deals from Orange County to Houston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Orange County to Houston flight deals. Data was last updated February 23, 2026.

Round-trip from

$238
(Southwest)

One-way from

$66
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$217
From Orange County to Houston
One-way flight from Orange County to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($7 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Orange County 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 February 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to Houston that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/9

3:29 pm-8:43 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/18

8:04 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$249

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 4/3

5:10 pm-12:45 am

1 stop5h 35m

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/6

4:00 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$255

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 7/10

2:58 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop3h 22m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 7/19

5:15 am-9:05 am

1 stop5h 50m

$259

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 3/9

6:45 am-2:25 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/10

2:40 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$267

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/26

2:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/9

3:40 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 7/9

10:25 am-7:10 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 7/19

5:15 am-9:05 am

1 stop5h 50m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/15

3:35 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/24

8:12 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop3h 33m

$279

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/26

7:40 pm-4:50 am

1 stop7h 10m

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/10

8:25 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$292

Long BeachHouston

LGB - HOU

LGBHOU

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 4/2

2:15 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Houston Hobby

Sun 4/5

6:15 am-10:00 am

1 stop5h 45m

$301

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/31

8:00 am-1:16 pm

Nonstop3h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/4

9:30 am-11:13 am

Nonstop3h 43m

$305

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Houston (average of $88). Flying from Orange County to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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 KFI to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Orange County 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 February 23, 2026.

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

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 February 23, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Orange County to Houston have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

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 Orange County to Houston?

    Departing from Orange County to Houston will take you 3h 14m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1343 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $58. Users have also found prices from $61 and $79 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Orange County to Houston?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Orange County 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 Orange County to Houston?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Orange County to Houston (average of $88). Flying from Orange County to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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 5 airlines flying from Orange County to Houston

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$59Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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