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$58+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA (SNA) 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 11/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — HOU
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Houston are usually found in January or February, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Round-trip from

$249
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$58
(Orbitz)

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Average price

$391
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Houston
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:45 amSNA - IAH
2 stops13h 19mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/125:34 amIAH - SNA
3 stops33h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/28$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1611:39 amSNA - IAH
1 stop15h 02mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/2411:32 amIAH - SNA
1 stop27h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/296:45 amSNA - IAH
1 stop5h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/510:40 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop17h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2610:58 amSNA - IAH
2 stops22h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/19:33 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop16h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/97:45 amSNA - IAH
1 stop28h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/135:23 pmIAH - SNA
2 stops21h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$253
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:45 amSNA - IAH
2 stops13h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/178:48 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop18h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2610:58 amSNA - IAH
1 stop24h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/297:13 amIAH - SNA
1 stop7h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2410:58 amSNA - IAH
2 stops22h 12mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/289:33 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop16h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$257
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/282:20 pmSNA - IAH
1 stop28h 45mFrontier
Tue 11/42:09 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop25h 21mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$258
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 11/1911:10 amSNA - IAH
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/228:13 pmIAH - SNA
Nonstop3h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$259
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/296:45 amSNA - IAH
1 stop5h 09mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/17:13 amIAH - SNA
1 stop13h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/39:30 amSNA - HOU
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/75:44 amHOU - SNA
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$269

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Houston that are best for you.

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Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/9

3:34 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/18

11:00 am-5:28 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$259

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 12/16

8:15 am-1:25 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/24

8:03 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop3h 52m

$263

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/16

9:00 am-6:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/19

4:35 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 12/25

6:45 am-4:20 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Houston Hobby

Tue 12/30

5:15 am-8:50 am

1 stop5h 35m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 12/6

7:50 pm-6:28 am

1 stop8h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 12/12

8:05 pm-9:49 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 12/4

7:00 pm-9:34 am

2 stops12h 34m

Houston Hobby

Mon 12/8

2:32 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop9h 58m

$274

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 12/12

9:55 am-11:59 pm

2 stops12h 04m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 12/14

6:40 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$274

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/30

9:51 am-5:46 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/2

11:34 am-10:18 pm

2 stops12h 44m

$274

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 1/20

11:05 am-9:40 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/21

12:40 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$279

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/14

11:10 am-8:23 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/19

9:30 am-11:12 am

Nonstop3h 42m

$279

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Houston. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

Booking 48 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Ana, California to Houston. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston (average of $57). Flying from Santa Ana, California 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 SNA to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 October 30, 2025.

When flying from Santa Ana, California to Houston, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 53% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana, California to Houston?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana, California to Houston flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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.

The best insider tips for Santa Ana to Houston flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Santa Ana to Houston trip
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SNA

SNA's security checkpoints allow you to 'checkpoint shop' for the shortest line, saving time before your flight.

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IAH

For a quick trip to downtown Houston, Uber or Lyft from IAH takes about 25 minutes.

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Evie Carrick

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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Scott Laird

Expert on SNA

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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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 October 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Ana to Houston by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,116 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,122 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Ana to Houston?

    For a flight from Santa Ana to Houston, you will be flying from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) is just 4.8 mi from the center of the city. J. Wayne/Orange Cnty is the only Santa Ana airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Houston per day. 5 airlines have flights to Houston from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston?

    A quick flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston can take about 3h 12m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $259. Airlines will cover a distance of 1343 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana, California to Houston round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($70), Frontier ($82), and Southwest ($217) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Ana, California to Houston. Spirit Airlines is 80% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana, California to Houston one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston are Spirit Airlines ($66), Southwest ($135), and American Airlines ($135).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Houston?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana, California to Houston?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston (average of $57). Flying from Santa Ana, California 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 5 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Houston

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$70Average$204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$82Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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