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$80+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA (SNA) to Hobby (HOU)

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 1/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — HOU
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Houston Hobby are usually found in January or February, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Hobby

Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/251:10 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:15 amHOU - SNA
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/4$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/241:10 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:15 amHOU - SNA
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/4$368
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/157:15 amSNA - HOU
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Thu 12/258:50 amHOU - SNA
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$378
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Thu 12/184:40 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/2212:09 pmHOU - SNA
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/2$384
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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.
Sun 12/286:25 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Sun 1/45:15 amHOU - SNA
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$388
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/251:10 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Sat 1/35:30 amHOU - SNA
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/4$392
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/274:30 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Sun 1/45:15 amHOU - SNA
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$419
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/181:25 pmSNA - HOU
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Sun 12/215:30 amHOU - SNA
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$427

Find flight deals from Santa Ana to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) to Hobby (HOU). 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 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(Southwest)

One-way from

$80
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$431
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana to Hobby 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

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Santa Ana

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Hobby

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/9

6:45 am-1:45 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/12

1:40 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$263

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/14

6:45 am-3:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/17

6:00 am-10:08 am

1 stop6h 08m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 3/5

3:50 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/11

11:30 am-4:40 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$269

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 3/3

8:55 am-5:55 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/11

2:40 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$304

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 12/25

1:10 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/2

5:15 am-8:50 am

1 stop5h 35m

$313

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/26

11:55 am-9:25 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/2

6:15 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$337

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 2/27

2:15 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/2

4:00 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$337

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/28

7:10 am-6:05 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/2

7:50 am-1:10 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$363

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/15

6:45 am-2:25 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Houston Hobby

Thu 12/25

7:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$378

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 12/28

6:25 pm-1:40 am

1 stop5h 15m

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/4

5:15 am-8:50 am

1 stop5h 35m

$388

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Deals found on 12/3

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana to Hobby

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to Hobby in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Houston Hobby Airport flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-Houston Hobby Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Houston Hobby Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Ana, California-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Hobby

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Hobby. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport is 26 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $64). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

When flying from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport, 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 39% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Hobby. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Ana to Houston Hobby Airport 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
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
9,066 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
11,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
8,160 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
3,091 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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 Hobby. 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 Hobby?

    Most people fly from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) if they book a flight from Santa Ana to Houston Hobby. On average, J. Wayne/Orange Cnty has 0 outbound flights to Houston Hobby per day from 5 airlines. Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty is conveniently located just 4.8 mi from Santa Ana’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Airlines like Southwest and American Airlines fly from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport in about 5h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 05m. Santa Ana, California and Houston Hobby Airport are separated by a distance of 1353 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $59, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $79 and $217, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 84% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $56. Frontier flights start at $84 while deals on Southwest start at $134 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Hobby?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana to Hobby 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 Hobby Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $64). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana to Hobby. 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$82Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$217Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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