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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Houston from $160

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — HOU
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Houston are usually found in January or September, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Houston (HO1). 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 11 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$254

One-way from

$160

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$351
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 26/4-27/4
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 59m total
  • Los Angeles to Houston
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 14/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 18m total
  • Los Angeles to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 April 2025.

Sat 26/416:09LAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 18mSpirit Airlines
Sun 27/405:15IAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/4$254
Sat 10/509:20LAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 19mDelta
Sun 11/506:20IAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 34mDelta
Deal found 10/4$260
Sat 10/506:10LAX - HOU
Nonstop3h 20mSouthwest
Sat 17/517:55HOU - LAX
Nonstop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 10/4$270
Wed 30/400:56LAX - IAH
Nonstop3h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/519:50IAH - LAX
Nonstop3h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/4$302
Wed 23/719:25LAX - IAH
1 stop8h 55mAlaska Airlines
Fri 25/717:50IAH - LAX
1 stop8h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/4$333
Thu 15/515:17LAX - HOU
1 stop18h 16mSun Country Air
Sun 18/509:10HOU - LAX
1 stop15h 39mSun Country Air
Deal found 10/4$509
Mon 5/515:35LAX - HOU
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/505:00HOU - LAX
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/4$514
Thu 3/718:15LAX - IAH
1 stop10h 05mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 14/717:50IAH - LAX
1 stop8h 09mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 11/4$559
Fri 25/400:58LAX - IAH
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 27/406:00IAH - LAX
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/4$580
Tue 29/400:59LAX - IAH
1 stop11h 26mJetBlue
Tue 6/513:25IAH - LAX
1 stop11h 01mJetBlue
Deal found 11/4$666

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Sat 26/4

16:09-21:27

Nonstop3h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 27/4

05:15-06:56

Nonstop3h 41m

$254

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Sat 10/5

09:20-14:39

Nonstop3h 19m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 11/5

06:20-07:54

Nonstop3h 34m

$260

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Sat 10/5

06:10-11:30

Nonstop3h 20m

Houston Hobby

Sat 17/5

17:55-19:35

Nonstop3h 40m

$270

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Wed 30/4

00:56-06:14

Nonstop3h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/5

19:50-21:38

Nonstop3h 48m

$302

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Wed 23/7

19:25-06:20

1 stop8h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 25/7

17:50-23:59

1 stop8h 09m

$333

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Thu 15/5

15:17-11:33

1 stop18h 16m

Houston Hobby

Sun 18/5

09:10-22:49

1 stop15h 39m

$509

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

15:35-23:58

1 stop6h 23m

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/5

05:00-08:40

1 stop5h 40m

$514

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Thu 3/7

18:15-06:20

1 stop10h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 14/7

17:50-23:59

1 stop8h 09m

$559

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - IAH

LAXIAH

Los Angeles

Fri 25/4

00:58-09:24

1 stop6h 26m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 27/4

06:00-09:30

1 stop5h 30m

$580

Los AngelesHouston

LAX - HOU

LAXHOU

Los Angeles

Thu 29/5

21:45-09:33

1 stop9h 48m

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/6

10:22-18:45

1 stop10h 23m

$641

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Houston

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to Houston. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Houston is 33 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 Los Angeles to Houston?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Houston (average of $1,049). Flying from Los Angeles to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,705). 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 LAX to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Los Angeles to Houston in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Houston

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Houston. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 11 April 2025.

The most flights from LAX to HO1 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 81.0 - 150.0 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 150.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 81.0 mm.

Temperature in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 29.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated 11 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Los Angeles to Houston have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very Good
4,279 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,911 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,365 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,550 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,851 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Los Angeles to Houston. You should not have trouble finding flights to Houston from Los Angeles; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights from the Los Angeles airport to Houston. It is only a 15.1 km journey to Los Angeles (LAX) from Los Angeles’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Houston round-trip?

    Currently priced at $254, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Los Angeles to Houston and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $260 and $270, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 30% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $160. Southwest flights start at $162 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $166 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Houston (average of $1,049). Flying from Los Angeles to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,705). 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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