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$59+ 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — HOU
Jan 30 — Feb 61
Fri 1/30
Fri 2/6
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:17 amSNA - HOU
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/146:36 pmHOU - SNA
1 stop6h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/30$444
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:17 amSNA - IAH
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/148:02 amIAH - SNA
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/30$444
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Mon 12/293:19 pmSNA - IAH
Nonstop3h 07mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/58:03 pmIAH - SNA
Nonstop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$479
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Mon 12/292:05 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Mon 1/55:10 pmHOU - SNA
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/28$494
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 12/311:10 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Wed 1/1412:40 pmHOU - SNA
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/30$498
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 12/313:19 pmSNA - IAH
Nonstop3h 07mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/1412:15 pmIAH - SNA
Nonstop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$504
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Mon 12/296:45 amSNA - HOU
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Mon 1/511:09 amHOU - SNA
2 stops13h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/28$524
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Mon 12/297:15 pmSNA - IAH
2 stops11h 34mDelta
Mon 1/55:30 amIAH - SNA
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Deal found 12/28$524
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Mon 12/293:19 pmSNA - IAH
Nonstop3h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/37:50 pmIAH - SNA
Nonstop3h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$539
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 12/318:20 amSNA - IAH
Nonstop3h 12mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/22:24 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop8h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$545
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Mon 12/2912:19 pmSNA - IAH
Nonstop3h 06mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:06 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop6h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$549
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. 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.
Mon 12/295:40 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Sat 1/34:45 pmHOU - SNA
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/29$559

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 December 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$59
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$281
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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 December 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to Houston that are best for you.

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Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/30

3:34 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/3

7:50 pm-9:42 pm

Nonstop3h 52m

$249

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/3

8:00 am-1:13 pm

Nonstop3h 13m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 6/6

9:40 am-11:17 am

Nonstop3h 37m

$249

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/2

3:29 pm-8:43 pm

Nonstop3h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 4/6

8:04 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$249

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/25

8:00 am-1:10 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/1

5:00 am-12:18 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$259

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 2/6

12:23 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/8

5:25 am-12:15 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$259

Long BeachHouston

LGB - HOU

LGBHOU

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 2/12

2:15 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/16

8:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$261

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/27

12:25 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Houston Hobby

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$264

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/22

12:15 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 4/27

8:04 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$266

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 2/15

4:45 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-11:57 am

1 stop7h 57m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/21

7:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/22

5:25 am-9:50 am

1 stop6h 25m

$269

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/31

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Best time to book a flight from Orange County to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Orange County to Houston

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 December 31, 2025.

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 December 31, 2025.
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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
9,124 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,074 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
8,245 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
5.7
Fair
3,069 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1371 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 $56. 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?

    When deciding which route to take from Orange County to Houston consider Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Houston Hobby, Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Houston George Bush Intcntl or Long Beach Municipal - Houston Hobby as they are the most popular.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Orange County to Houston?

    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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Orange County 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$82Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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