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Cheap flights from Houston to Las Cruces, NM

HOU — ELP
Dec 10 — Dec 171
Thu 12/10
Thu 12/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Las Cruces are usually found in February or January, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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Average price

$405
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Las Cruces

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to LC9?

It’s typically best to fly out from Houston to Las Cruces in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 19% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Las Cruces?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Las Cruces flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Las Cruces

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andFrontier from Houston to Las Cruces. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,219 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,219 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,219 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.
United Airlines
7.3
Good
10,479 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,219 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.
Frontier
5.5
Fair
2,506 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,219 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Related info for your journey

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Las Cruces one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston to Las Cruces are Frontier ($90), United Airlines ($122), and Southwest ($128).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Las Cruces?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston to Las Cruces? While on average our users pay $334, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - El Paso), is priced around $299.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Las Cruces that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Las Cruces?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Las Cruces?

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Top 3 airlines flying from Houston to Las Cruces

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$223Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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