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$76+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — LAX
Jul 30 — Aug 61
Wed 7/30
Wed 8/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Los Angeles 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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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 July 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$151
(Southwest)

One-way from

$76
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$217

Good round-trip deal

$217 or less

Good one-way deal

$124 or less
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Fri 8/225:40 pmHOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Sun 8/245:40 amLAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/23$151

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles that are best for you.

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Hobby

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/22

5:40 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/24

5:40 am-10:55 am

Nonstop3h 15m

$151

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/23

8:30 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$76

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/6

8:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$143

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/31

8:30 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$153

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Sun 9/7

8:10 pm-10:46 am

2 stops16h 36m

$185

HoustonLos Angeles

HOU - LAX

HOULAX

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/3

6:34 pm-11:45 am

2 stops19h 11m

$195

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Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Los Angeles

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 18, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 25, 2025.

When flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles?

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated July 25, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles. 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
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,967 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
334 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby to Los Angeles. 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 into for flights to Los Angeles from Houston Hobby?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Los Angeles is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Los Angeles from Houston Hobby. Booking flights from Houston Hobby to Los Angeles (LAX) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily inbound flights from Houston Hobby from 6 different airlines.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $151 on this airline. Users have found that Southwest is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles are Southwest ($76), American Airlines ($144), and Sun Country Air ($158).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $75. While the most popular route (Houston Hobby - Los Angeles) can be booked for $85 on average our data indicates $338 when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Hobby to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby to Los Angeles. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$111Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$171Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$173Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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