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$47+ 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — HOU
Feb 14 — Feb 211
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Cheap 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 January 15, 2026.

Round-trip from

$241
(Southwest)

One-way from

$47
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$180
From Orange County to Houston
One-way flight from Orange County to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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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 January 15, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/238:00 am
LGB
-
HOU
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Wed 2/255:50 pm
HOU
-
LGB
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 1/14$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/2312:59 pm
LGB
-
IAH
1 stop6h 39m
Delta
Wed 8/57:50 am
IAH
-
LGB
1 stop6h 21m
Delta
Deal found 1/15$251
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/73:25 pm
SNA
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 3/102:25 pm
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop8h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/15$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 3/107:00 am
LGB
-
IAH
1 stop8h 19m
Delta
Mon 3/165:25 am
IAH
-
LGB
2 stops12h 52m
Delta
Deal found 1/14$256
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/304:37 pm
SNA
-
IAH
1 stop11h 18m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 2/28:00 am
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop6h 25m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/15$258
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/511:05 am
SNA
-
IAH
1 stop6h 56m
United Airlines
Mon 2/97:50 pm
IAH
-
SNA
Nonstop3h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/15$259
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/116:45 am
SNA
-
IAH
2 stops15h 14m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 2/167:58 am
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop6h 27m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/15$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Fri 3/137:25 am
SNA
-
IAH
1 stop20h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/217:25 am
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop6h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$261
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/132:15 pm
LGB
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 05m
Southwest
Sun 2/155:35 am
HOU
-
LGB
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/13$261
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/134:37 pm
SNA
-
IAH
1 stop11h 17m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 2/167:58 am
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop6h 27m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/15$264
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Tue 3/312:25 pm
SNA
-
HOU
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Fri 3/68:00 am
HOU
-
SNA
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 1/14$265
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/126:45 am
SNA
-
IAH
3 stops23h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/177:58 am
IAH
-
SNA
1 stop9h 44m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/15$265

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Orange County to Houston that are best for you.

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Orange County

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Houston

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Depart

Return

Price

Long BeachHouston

LGB - IAH

LGBIAH

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-5:19 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/16

5:25 am-4:17 pm

2 stops12h 52m

$256

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/3

12:25 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Houston Hobby

Fri 3/6

8:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$265

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 3/5

2:55 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 15m

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/9

5:30 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 4/7

7:05 am-5:19 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 4/11

12:55 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/21

8:40 am-4:20 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/1

5:25 am-9:50 am

1 stop6h 25m

$269

Long BeachHouston

LGB - IAH

LGBIAH

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 2/12

7:00 am-5:38 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/19

7:15 am-12:03 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$271

Long BeachHouston

LGB - HOU

LGBHOU

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 2/27

3:45 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 25m

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/3

11:20 am-5:40 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$271

Long BeachHouston

LGB - IAH

LGBIAH

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 5/15

12:59 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/19

7:50 am-12:11 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$271

Long BeachHouston

LGB - HOU

LGBHOU

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 2/6

9:55 am-3:00 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Houston Hobby

Sun 2/8

5:50 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop3h 40m

$271

Long BeachHouston

LGB - IAH

LGBIAH

Long Beach Municipal

Sun 3/29

7:00 am-5:19 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/2

7:45 am-12:07 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$271

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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 January 15, 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 January 15, 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.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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 4h 50m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1353 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?

  • 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$59Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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