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Cheap flights from California to Houston from $61

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Frontier Logo
8:06 pm - 1:25 am
ONT
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IAH
3h 19mnonstop
Frontier Logo
4:05 pm - 5:36 pm
IAH
-
ONT
3h 31mnonstop
$147Frontier
Tue, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 9
Frontier Logo
5:43 pm - 11:05 pm
ONT
-
IAH
3h 22mnonstop
Frontier Logo
4:27 pm - 5:49 pm
IAH
-
ONT
3h 22mnonstop
$148Frontier
Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 14
Southwest Logo
11:50 pm - 5:00 am
LAX
-
HOU
3h 10mnonstop
Southwest Logo
7:50 pm - 11:15 pm
HOU
-
LAX
5h 25m
1 stop
$247Southwest
Sun, May 24 - Fri, May 29
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 12:05 am
LAX
-
HOU
4h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
7:50 pm - 11:15 pm
HOU
-
LAX
5h 25m
1 stop
$252Southwest
Thu, May 28 - Fri, May 29
United Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 7:57 pm
SNA
-
IAH
7h 37m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:12 pm - 9:45 pm
IAH
-
SNA
3h 33mnonstop
$309United Airlines
Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:54 am - 9:10 pm
SNA
-
IAH
9h 16m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:57 pm - 9:39 am
IAH
-
SNA
17h 42m
1 stop
$310Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 29 - Mon, Jun 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:54 am - 10:44 am
SNA
-
IAH
22h 50m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:50 pm - 3:23 pm
IAH
-
SNA
20h 33m
1 stop
$312Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 29 - Mon, Jun 1
United Airlines Logo
3:05 pm - 8:27 pm
SNA
-
IAH
3h 22mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:15 am - 9:07 am
IAH
-
SNA
5h 52m
1 stop
$314United Airlines
Thu, Jun 4 - Tue, Jun 16
Allegiant Air Logo
5:11 pm - 5:12 pm
SNA
-
HOU
22h 01m
1 stop
Allegiant Air Logo
12:11 pm - 9:48 am
HOU
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SNA
23h 37m
1 stop
$327Allegiant Air
Mon, Jun 1 - Thu, Jun 4
Allegiant Air Logo
7:32 pm - 1:31 pm
SNA
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HOU
15h 59m
1 stop
Allegiant Air Logo
9:10 am - 11:08 am
HOU
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SNA
27h 58m
1 stop
$330Allegiant Air
Mon, Jun 22 - Fri, Jun 26

Southwest flights from California to Houston

Our best Southwest deals on California to Houston flight tickets
Southwest
May 24
LAX11:50 pmLos Angeles
3h 10m
HOU5:00 amHouston Hobby
May 29
HOU7:50 pmHouston Hobby
5h 25m
1 stop
LAX11:15 pmLos Angeles
$247
Southwest
May 28
LAX5:30 pmLos Angeles
4h 35m
1 stop
HOU12:05 amHouston Hobby
May 29
HOU7:50 pmHouston Hobby
5h 25m
1 stop
LAX11:15 pmLos Angeles
$252
Southwest
May 24
LAX9:20 amLos Angeles
6h 15m
1 stop
HOU5:35 pmHouston Hobby
May 29
HOU7:50 pmHouston Hobby
5h 25m
1 stop
LAX11:15 pmLos Angeles
$257

Delta flights from California to Houston

Our best Delta deals on California to Houston flight tickets
Delta
Aug 26
ONT12:32 pmOntario
8h 14m
1 stop
HOU10:46 pmHouston Hobby
Aug 31
HOU10:05 amHouston Hobby
9h 56m
1 stop
ONT6:01 pmOntario
$312
Delta
Sep 21
ONT10:59 pmOntario
8h 16m
1 stop
HOU9:15 amHouston Hobby
Sep 30
HOU10:05 amHouston Hobby
9h 56m
1 stop
ONT6:01 pmOntario
$317
Delta
Aug 26
ONT9:43 amOntario
11h 03m
2 stops
HOU10:46 pmHouston Hobby
Aug 31
HOU10:05 amHouston Hobby
9h 56m
1 stop
ONT6:01 pmOntario
$318

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OntarioHouston

ONT - IAH

ONTIAH

Ontario

Tue 6/2

8:06 pm-1:25 am

Nonstop3h 19m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/9

4:05 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop3h 31m

$147
Quickest round-trip

OntarioHouston

ONT - IAH

ONTIAH

Ontario

Tue 7/7

5:43 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop3h 22m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/14

4:27 pm-5:49 pm

Nonstop3h 22m

$148

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Sun 5/24

11:50 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/29

7:50 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$247

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Thu 5/28

5:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop4h 35m

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/29

7:50 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$252

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/3

10:20 am-7:57 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 6/10

8:12 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop3h 33m

$309

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/29

9:54 am-9:10 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/1

5:57 pm-9:39 am

1 stop17h 42m

$310

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/29

9:54 am-10:44 am

1 stop22h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/1

8:50 pm-3:23 pm

1 stop20h 33m

$312

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - IAH

SNAIAH

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 6/4

3:05 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop3h 22m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/16

5:15 am-9:07 am

1 stop5h 52m

$314

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/1

5:11 pm-5:12 pm

1 stop22h 01m

Houston Hobby

Thu 6/4

12:11 pm-9:48 am

1 stop23h 37m

$327

Santa AnaHouston

SNA - HOU

SNAHOU

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/22

7:32 pm-1:31 pm

1 stop15h 59m

Houston Hobby

Fri 6/26

9:10 am-11:08 am

1 stop27h 58m

$330

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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 $256. The month of May is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from California averaging around $258.

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 $366. 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 $492.

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 $255. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $416. 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?

Fly from Ontario to Houston George Bush Intcntl for the best California - Houston flight prices

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 $240 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 $191 on momondo.

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?

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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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Rating
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Price
FrontierPriceFrom $50Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,957 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $59Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,636 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $88Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,455 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $139Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,694 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $151Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,667 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $151Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,306 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $159Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,348 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $166Free CancellationRating
7.1
2,977 reviews
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