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$86+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Irvine, CA

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HOU — LAX
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Irvine are usually found in February or September, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Hobby to Irvine flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$171
(Southwest)

One-way from

$86
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$184
From Houston Hobby to Irvine
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Irvine
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Irvine. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/235:10 amHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Fri 10/2411:55 pmLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$171
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/229:55 pmHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Tue 10/289:20 amLAX - HOU
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 10/149:55 pmHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Fri 10/175:15 amLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$181
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/229:55 pmHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Mon 10/274:10 pmLAX - HOU
2 stops6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$186
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/282:00 pmHOU - LAX
2 stops6h 30mSouthwest
Tue 11/411:35 amLAX - HOU
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/14:00 pmHOU - LAX
2 stops7h 15mSouthwest
Mon 11/38:45 amLAX - HOU
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$196
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 10/77:15 amHOU - LAX
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Thu 10/97:10 pmLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1310:20 pmHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Mon 10/205:15 amLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$204
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/48:10 pmHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Tue 10/75:10 amLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$220

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby to Irvine 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

Irvine

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Sun 11/9

5:35 am-7:20 am

Nonstop3h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

11:35 am-5:55 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$177

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/28

9:55 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/4

11:35 am-5:55 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$177

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Wed 1/14

9:00 am-10:55 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 1/21

5:20 am-10:25 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$179

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Sun 10/26

5:40 am-9:20 am

1 stop5h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/27

7:10 pm-12:15 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$181

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Thu 10/16

10:20 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

5:45 pm-12:35 am

1 stop4h 50m

$181

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/12

10:25 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop3h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/15

3:10 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$181

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Sat 11/15

2:25 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/19

11:35 am-7:45 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$186

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Fri 10/17

10:20 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/27

4:10 pm-12:35 am

2 stops6h 25m

$186

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Sat 10/25

1:30 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

7:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$191

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/14

7:05 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/15

5:10 am-10:25 am

Nonstop3h 15m

$191

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Irvine

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Irvine. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 HOU to IR9?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby to Irvine. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

When flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Irvine. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Irvine

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Irvine. 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 Irvine. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,019 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine?

    Southwest can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine in just under 3h 45m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine is about 1386 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine?

    The cheapest flight price from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine is $75. On average you can expect to pay $214. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $86.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hobby to Irvine that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hobby to Irvine flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hobby to Irvine?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hobby to Irvine?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby to Irvine 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine (average of $246). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Irvine in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 6 airlines flying from Hobby to Irvine

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby to Irvine. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$115Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$161Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$164Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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