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Cheap flights from California to Houston from $87

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from California to Houston departing on 7/29. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Frontier Logo
7:56 pm - 10:34 am
ONT
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IAH
12h 38m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
5:38 pm - 7:01 pm
IAH
-
ONT
3h 23mnonstop
$189Frontier
Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Aug 26
Frontier Logo
9:36 am - 2:56 pm
ONT
-
IAH
3h 20mnonstop
Frontier Logo
6:10 am - 7:32 am
IAH
-
ONT
3h 22mnonstop
$192Frontier
Mon, Aug 10 - Thu, Sep 3
Frontier Logo
9:36 am - 2:56 pm
ONT
-
IAH
3h 20mnonstop
Frontier Logo
6:30 am - 11:50 pm
IAH
-
ONT
19h 20m
1 stop
$194Frontier
Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 8
Frontier Logo
9:36 am - 2:56 pm
ONT
-
IAH
3h 20mnonstop
Frontier Logo
6:10 am - 7:32 am
IAH
-
ONT
3h 22mnonstop
$195Frontier
Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 20
Southwest Logo
11:55 am - 5:00 pm
ONT
-
HOU
3h 05mnonstop
Southwest Logo
8:25 am - 9:35 am
HOU
-
ONT
3h 10mnonstop
$235Southwest
Sat, Aug 15 - Sat, Aug 22
Southwest Logo
6:30 pm - 1:10 am
ONT
-
HOU
4h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:25 am - 9:35 am
HOU
-
ONT
3h 10mnonstop
$245Southwest
Sat, Aug 1 - Sat, Aug 8
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 11:42 am
SAN
-
IAH
3h 27mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:25 am - 11:35 am
IAH
-
SAN
6h 10m
1 stop
$292United Airlines
Tue, Jul 28 - Tue, Aug 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:05 pm - 1:35 pm
SFO
-
IAH
20h 30m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:16 pm - 11:28 pm
IAH
-
SFO
7h 12m
1 stop
$319Alaska Airlines
Sat, Aug 15 - Thu, Aug 20
Delta Logo
11:38 am - 11:09 pm
SNA
-
HOU
9h 31m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:44 pm
HOU
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SNA
8h 44m
1 stop
$329Delta
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
Delta Logo
10:00 pm - 10:01 am
SFO
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HOU
10h 01m
1 stop
Delta Logo
11:05 am - 7:37 pm
HOU
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SFO
10h 32m
1 stop
$379Delta
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 17

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American Airlines flights from California to Houston

Our best American Airlines deals on California to Houston flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 15
ONT6:00 amOntario
5h 19m
1 stop
IAH1:19 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl
Aug 22
IAH6:00 amHouston George Bush Intcntl
5h 34m
1 stop
ONT9:34 amOntario
$256
American Airlines
Aug 1
ONT11:59 pmOntario
7h 49m
1 stop
HOU9:48 amHouston Hobby
Aug 8
HOU5:41 amHouston Hobby
5h 53m
1 stop
ONT9:34 amOntario
$277
American Airlines
Oct 17
ONT11:59 pmOntario
7h 22m
1 stop
HOU9:21 amHouston Hobby
Oct 20
HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby
5h 35m
1 stop
ONT9:35 amOntario
$294

Southwest flights from California to Houston

Our best Southwest deals on California to Houston flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 15
ONT11:55 amOntario
3h 05m
HOU5:00 pmHouston Hobby
Aug 22
HOU8:25 amHouston Hobby
3h 10m
ONT9:35 amOntario
$235
Southwest
Aug 1
ONT6:30 pmOntario
4h 40m
1 stop
HOU1:10 amHouston Hobby
Aug 8
HOU8:25 amHouston Hobby
3h 10m
ONT9:35 amOntario
$245
Southwest
Aug 15
ONT11:55 amOntario
3h 05m
HOU5:00 pmHouston Hobby
Aug 22
HOU2:40 pmHouston Hobby
7h 25m
2 stops
ONT8:05 pmOntario
$250

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OntarioHouston

ONT - IAH

ONTIAH

Ontario

Tue 8/25

7:56 pm-10:34 am

1 stop12h 38m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 8/26

5:38 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop3h 23m

$189

OntarioHouston

ONT - IAH

ONTIAH

Ontario

Mon 8/10

9:36 am-2:56 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/3

6:10 am-7:32 am

Nonstop3h 22m

$192

OntarioHouston

ONT - IAH

ONTIAH

Ontario

Sat 8/1

9:36 am-2:56 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 8/8

6:30 am-11:50 pm

1 stop19h 20m

$194

OntarioHouston

ONT - IAH

ONTIAH

Ontario

Mon 8/17

9:36 am-2:56 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/20

6:10 am-7:32 am

Nonstop3h 22m

$195
Quickest round-trip

OntarioHouston

ONT - HOU

ONTHOU

Ontario

Sat 8/15

11:55 am-5:00 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/22

8:25 am-9:35 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$235

OntarioHouston

ONT - HOU

ONTHOU

Ontario

Sat 8/1

6:30 pm-1:10 am

1 stop4h 40m

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/8

8:25 am-9:35 am

Nonstop3h 10m

$245

San DiegoHouston

SAN - IAH

SANIAH

San Diego

Tue 7/28

6:15 am-11:42 am

Nonstop3h 27m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/18

7:25 am-11:35 am

1 stop6h 10m

$292

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - IAH

SFOIAH

San Francisco

Sat 8/15

3:05 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop20h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/20

6:16 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$319

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 11/6

11:38 am-11:09 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Houston Hobby

Sun 11/8

6:00 am-12:44 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$329

San FranciscoHouston

SFO - HOU

SFOHOU

San Francisco

Fri 10/2

10:00 pm-10:01 am

1 stop10h 01m

Houston Hobby

Sat 10/17

11:05 am-7:37 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$379

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Houston

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston from California, with most prices found around $255. The month of January is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from California averaging around $276.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Houston?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Houston from California is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $406. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Houston on Sunday is $518.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Houston?

Our data shows that the cheapest California to Houston flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Houston at noon for as low as $277. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $484. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest California to Houston flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Houston?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Houston from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston for around $266 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Houston from California for as low as $213 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Houston flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Houston flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap California to Houston flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from California to Houston

Fastest flight time

2h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Houston

2 airports
The fastest flight from California to Houston takes 2h 55m
Direct flights go from California to Houston every day.
There are 2 airports in Houston. From California there are direct flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), Houston Hobby (HOU).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Houston

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Houston?

    Prices for flights from California to Houston refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Houston?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Houston.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Houston?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Houston may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Houston. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Houston

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $50Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,843 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $83Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,452 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $143Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,938 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $151Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,782 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $151Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,251 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $159Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,626 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $166Free CancellationRating
7.1
3,009 reviews
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