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$50+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana (SNA) to Houston

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SNA — HOU
May 6 — May 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Houston are usually found in September or January, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Houston (HO1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$66
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$363
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Houston
One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025

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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 May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/24:27 pmSNA - IAH
1 stop4h 59mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/116:36 amIAH - SNA
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$216
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/810:40 amSNA - IAH
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Mon 5/126:00 amIAH - SNA
1 stop8h 01mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$218
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1212:51 pmSNA - IAH
1 stop9h 02mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/146:36 amIAH - SNA
2 stops10h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 5/248:28 amSNA - HOU
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/315:00 amHOU - SNA
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$234
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/92:45 pmSNA - IAH
1 stop5h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/139:59 amIAH - SNA
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/233:00 pmSNA - IAH
Nonstop3h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/258:30 pmIAH - SNA
Nonstop3h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$249
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Fri 5/99:20 pmSNA - IAH
1 stop9h 25mDelta
Tue 5/1311:27 amIAH - SNA
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/30$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/168:00 amSNA - HOU
2 stops11h 35mDelta
Tue 8/196:00 amHOU - SNA
1 stop9h 17mDelta
Deal found 4/29$274
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 6/77:00 amSNA - HOU
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Sat 6/146:05 amHOU - SNA
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$348
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/57:14 pmSNA - IAH
2 stops19h 40mAlaska Airlines
Sun 6/85:54 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop18h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$398

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Houston that are best for you.

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Santa Ana

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Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/2

4:27 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop4h 59m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/11

6:36 am-10:52 am

1 stop6h 16m

$216

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/8

10:40 am-10:01 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/12

6:00 am-12:01 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$218

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/12

12:51 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/14

6:36 am-3:32 pm

2 stops10h 56m

$224

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/24

8:28 am-6:01 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/31

5:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop7h 01m

$234

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/9

2:45 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/13

9:59 am-3:56 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$239

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/23

3:00 pm-8:21 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/25

8:30 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$249

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/9

9:20 pm-8:45 am

1 stop9h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/13

11:27 am-6:36 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$257

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/13

7:20 pm-9:33 am

2 stops12h 13m

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/17

10:22 am-5:32 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$314

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 6/7

7:00 am-7:05 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Houston Hobby

Sat 6/14

6:05 am-9:15 am

1 stop5h 10m

$348

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 6/5

7:14 pm-4:54 pm

2 stops19h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 6/8

5:54 pm-10:11 am

1 stop18h 17m

$398

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Houston

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Cheapflights Insights

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 April 25, 2025.

Booking 75 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 $332). 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 May 1, 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.

Rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Santa Ana to Houston have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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 $217. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $228 and $234, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 41% 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 $66 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $100 and Allegiant Air from $106 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 $332). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$60Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$80Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$428Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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