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$53+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Houston

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SNA — HOU
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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 September, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Round-trip from

$220
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One-way from

$61
(CheapOair)

Popular in

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January

Average price

$384
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/308:30 pmSNA - IAH
2 stops10h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/66:39 amIAH - SNA
2 stops17h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$236
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/812:01 pmSNA - IAH
1 stop9h 35mFrontier
Mon 8/186:00 amIAH - SNA
1 stop7h 10mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$238
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 9/1311:35 amSNA - HOU
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Fri 9/194:40 pmHOU - SNA
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$246
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/278:05 amSNA - IAH
Nonstop3h 16mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/39:30 amIAH - SNA
Nonstop3h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 8/226:45 amSNA - HOU
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/246:00 amHOU - SNA
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 8/227:05 amSNA - IAH
2 stops12h 43mDelta
Sun 8/245:45 amIAH - SNA
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/31$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 9/208:00 amSNA - HOU
2 stops12h 37mDelta
Tue 9/306:00 amHOU - SNA
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 7/31$294
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/156:45 amSNA - IAH
2 stops13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/171:07 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop8h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$299

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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

Sat 8/30

8:30 pm-8:55 am

2 stops10h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/6

6:39 am-10:05 pm

2 stops17h 26m

$236

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 11/6

12:01 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 11/9

6:00 am-11:16 am

1 stop7h 16m

$238

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 8/27

8:05 am-1:21 pm

Nonstop3h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 9/3

9:30 am-11:05 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$249

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/26

2:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/31

8:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$258

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 8/30

12:28 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop5h 31m

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/31

6:30 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$267

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/23

8:45 am-4:47 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/24

6:10 am-9:34 am

1 stop5h 24m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/22

7:05 am-9:48 pm

2 stops12h 43m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/24

5:45 am-10:53 am

1 stop7h 08m

$274

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 9/20

8:00 am-10:37 pm

2 stops12h 37m

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/27

10:44 am-5:19 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$294

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 8/15

6:45 am-10:35 pm

2 stops13h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/17

1:07 pm-7:46 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$299

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/2

8:30 pm-5:55 am

1 stop7h 25m

$53

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The best insider tips for Santa Ana to Houston flights

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Airports
SNA

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

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IAH

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Evie Carrick

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

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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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Houston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Houston from Santa Ana with our price prediction graph.
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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 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 July 25, 2025.

Booking 86 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Ana 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 to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Santa Ana to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 July 31, 2025.

When flying from Santa Ana 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 40% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana 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 to Houston flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.

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 July 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Houston, with prices starting at $221. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $225 and $249, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $61 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $103 and Southwest from $105 one-way.

  • 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 to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Santa Ana to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$62Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$70Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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