What airlines fly to California?

United Airlines, Frontier and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Houston according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Houston to California?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Houston to California

How many flights depart from Houston to California on average per day?

The number of flights available between Houston and California is 84 per day as of March 2026. The most frequent departure time is 7:00PM, with 42% of daily flights leaving in the evening.

How many flights depart from Houston to California on average per week?

As of March 2026, 593 flights take off from Houston and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sun, with 22% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Houston to California are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to California?

As of March 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to California.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Houston to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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3:01 pm - 4:38 pm

IAH

ONT

3h 37mnonstop

10:50 am - 12:44 am

ONT

IAH

11h 54m

1 stop

$100Frontier

Mon, May 4 - Tue, May 5

6:00 am - 7:35 am

IAH

ONT

3h 35mnonstop

8:06 pm - 1:25 am

ONT

IAH

3h 19mnonstop

$105Frontier

Wed, May 27 - Wed, May 27

3:11 pm - 4:48 pm

IAH

ONT

3h 37mnonstop

8:06 pm - 1:25 am

ONT

IAH

3h 19mnonstop

$106Frontier

Thu, Apr 30 - Tue, May 5

9:47 pm - 11:09 pm

IAH

LAS

3h 22mnonstop

8:19 pm - 10:34 am

LAS

IAH

12h 15m

1 stop

$125Spirit Airlines

Mon, Apr 13 - Thu, Apr 16

10:15 pm - 11:53 pm

IAH

LAX

3h 38mnonstop

5:30 am - 10:34 am

LAX

IAH

3h 04mnonstop

$133Spirit Airlines

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5:25 am - 6:40 am

HOU

LAS

3h 15mnonstop

8:55 am - 1:55 pm

LAS

HOU

3h 00mnonstop

$215Southwest

Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 12

2:20 pm - 3:55 pm

HOU

LAX

3h 35mnonstop

11:50 pm - 5:00 am

LAX

HOU

3h 10mnonstop

$215Southwest

Sat, Apr 25 - Mon, Apr 27

10:27 am - 11:34 pm

HOU

ONT

15h 07m

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4:57 pm - 9:32 am

ONT

HOU

14h 35m

2 stops

$245Delta

Thu, May 7 - Mon, May 11

7:50 pm - 9:26 pm

IAH

SAN

3h 36mnonstop

5:00 pm - 10:15 pm

SAN

IAH

3h 15mnonstop

$269United Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 15

5:23 pm - 11:25 pm

HOU

SAN

8h 02m

1 stop

9:45 pm - 9:58 am

SAN

HOU

10h 13m

1 stop

$319Delta

Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, Apr 28

Spirit Airlines flights from Houston to California

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Apr 13

IAH9:47 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

3h 22m

LAS11:09 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Apr 16

LAS8:19 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12h 15m

1 stop

IAH10:34 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$125

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Apr 15

IAH10:15 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

3h 38m

LAX11:53 pmLos Angeles

Apr 16

LAX5:30 amLos Angeles

3h 04m

IAH10:34 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$132

Spirit Airlines

Apr 16

IAH10:15 pmHouston George Bush Intcntl

3h 38m

LAX11:53 pmLos Angeles

Apr 17

LAX5:30 amLos Angeles

3h 04m

IAH10:34 amHouston George Bush Intcntl

$133

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Apr 25

HOU2:20 pmHouston Hobby

3h 35m

LAX3:55 pmLos Angeles

Apr 27

LAX11:50 pmLos Angeles

3h 10m

HOU5:00 amHouston Hobby

$215

Southwest

Apr 25

HOU2:20 pmHouston Hobby

3h 35m

LAX3:55 pmLos Angeles

May 2

LAX11:50 pmLos Angeles

3h 10m

HOU5:00 amHouston Hobby

$217

Southwest

Apr 23

HOU5:20 amHouston Hobby

3h 15m

LAS6:35 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Apr 30

LAS9:40 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

3h 05m

HOU2:45 pmHouston Hobby

$234

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3:01 pm-4:38 pm

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1 stop11h 54m

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/27

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop3h 35m

Ontario

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8:06 pm-1:25 am

Nonstop3h 19m

$105

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IAH - ONT

IAHONT

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/30

3:11 pm-4:48 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

Ontario

Tue 5/5

8:06 pm-1:25 am

Nonstop3h 19m

$106

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IAH - LAS

IAHLAS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 4/13

9:47 pm-11:09 pm

Nonstop3h 22m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/16

8:19 pm-10:34 am

1 stop12h 15m

$125

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Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/16

10:15 pm-11:53 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

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Fri 4/17

5:30 am-10:34 am

Nonstop3h 04m

$133

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Sat 5/9

5:25 am-6:40 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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8:55 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$215

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Sat 4/25

2:20 pm-3:55 pm

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11:50 pm-5:00 am

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$215

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HOU - ONT

HOUONT

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Thu 5/7

10:27 am-11:34 pm

2 stops15h 07m

Ontario

Mon 5/11

4:57 pm-9:32 am

2 stops14h 35m

$245

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IAH - SAN

IAHSAN

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/14

7:50 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

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Wed 4/15

5:00 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$269

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HOUSAN

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/25

5:23 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 02m

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9:45 pm-9:58 am

1 stop10h 13m

$319

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of September is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Houston averaging around $183.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Houston to California is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $270. 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 California on Sunday is $453.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $303. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $406 on average. Flights to California from Houston in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Houston to California flight route?

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Houston when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $213 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Houston for as low as $154 on momondo.

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

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

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Fastest flight time	3h 02m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The fastest flight from Houston to California takes 3h 02m

Direct flights go from Houston to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From Houston there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN), Ontario (ONT), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Houston to California?
Prices for flights from Houston to California are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Houston to California?
As of March 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Houston to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Houston to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Houston to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Houston to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $47	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,553 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $60	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,013 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $88	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,358 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $134	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,501 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $151	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,333 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $158	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,520 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $252	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,133 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights

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