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$47+ 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 1/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — HOU
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1811:52 amSNA - IAH
1 stop20h 45mFrontier
Sat 12/2010:28 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop12h 17mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$285
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/298:16 pmSNA - IAH
1 stop15h 11mFrontier
Sun 1/410:32 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop11h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/316:45 amSNA - IAH
2 stops14h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/42:32 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop21h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$292
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Sun 12/2111:52 amSNA - IAH
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Sun 1/410:32 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop11h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 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 1/25:00 amIAH - SNA
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$319
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1811:52 amSNA - IAH
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Mon 12/222:22 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop6h 59mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$324
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:52 amSNA - IAH
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Mon 1/52:22 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop6h 59mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$333
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1811:52 amSNA - IAH
1 stop10h 46mFrontier
Sun 12/2110:32 pmIAH - SNA
1 stop11h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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
Sat 1/39:35 amIAH - SNA
Nonstop3h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$340
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 1/35:35 amHOU - SNA
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$378
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/266:25 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:15 amHOU - SNA
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$384
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/313:20 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Sun 1/44:15 pmHOU - SNA
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$427

Find 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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$47
(CheapOair)

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Average price

$438
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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 3/6

12:29 pm-5:39 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 3/11

5:05 am-12:22 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$259

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/7

8:00 am-1:12 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/11

7:13 am-1:11 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$259

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/15

6:45 am-3:40 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/22

2:55 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 2/15

4:44 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop7h 56m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/12

7:00 am-5:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/24

11:34 am-6:25 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/29

12:25 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Houston Hobby

Mon 2/2

3:10 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/9

9:51 am-11:15 pm

2 stops11h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/14

1:55 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$274

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 1/14

12:25 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/24

12:40 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops7h 15m

$274

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/9

9:51 am-11:15 pm

2 stops11h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/12

1:55 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$274

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 1/25

7:45 am-5:40 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/28

9:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$274

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Houston

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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 December 12, 2025.

Booking 26 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston (average of $55). 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 December 18, 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.

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Airports
SNA

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

Read more about SNABy Scott Laird
IAH

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

Read more about IAHBy Evie Carrick
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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

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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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 18, 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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
8,190 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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
5.8
Fair
3,081 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

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

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 10m. 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 ($59), Frontier ($59), and Southwest ($217) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Ana, California to Houston. Spirit Airlines is 83% 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 ($56), Frontier ($61), and American Airlines ($79).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston (average of $55). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$82Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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