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Today’s best flight deals from Houston to Los Angeles

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Houston to Los Angeles

October 21 - October 28

Cheapest

IAH - Los Angeles

$170

$132

Round trip

October 27 - October 28

Cheapest
Best

IAH - Los Angeles

$178

$132

Round trip

October 14 - October 28

IAH - Los Angeles

$156

$136

Round trip

October 14 - October 20

IAH - Los Angeles

$170

$136

Round trip

October 14 - October 21

IAH - Los Angeles

$170

$136

Round trip

August 18 - August 25

Earliest

IAH - Los Angeles

$145

$143

Round trip

October 9 - October 28

IAH - Los Angeles

$149

$150

Round trip

October 9 - October 20

IAH - Los Angeles

$155

$150

Round trip

October 9 - October 21

IAH - Los Angeles

$153

$150

Round trip

September 22 - September 26

IAH - Los Angeles

$176

$155

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Houston to Los Angeles

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Houston to Los Angeles, the most affordable month to fly is typically August, with a median fare of $215. Other cost-effective options include February, where the median fare is $216, and May, with a median of $217. Planning your trip around these months can lead to more favorable prices.
Fares for flights from Houston to Los Angeles typically range from $198–$673, with a median of $384. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 10% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals requires some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.
When considering direct flights from Houston to Los Angeles, a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once, with 47.7% of recent itineraries being direct. For flights that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you have a good chance of finding a non-stop option, but connecting flights are also common.
A typical journey from Houston to Los Angeles takes about 8h 32m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct and connecting itineraries, providing a realistic expectation for your travel time. The flight covers a distance of 2215 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Houston to Los Angeles

Regular price: $139 - $243

Prices for flights from Houston to Los Angeles are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Los Angeles is between $139 and $243. The current lowest deal is $132 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 21-Oct 28.

now $132

Low $139

High $243

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Los Angeles is August, with a median price of $215. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1046. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $215

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,046

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Direct flights from Houston to Los Angeles

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Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Los Angeles

Tue, Jun 16

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Los Angeles

American Airlines

Houston (HOU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

American Airlines

$506

$412

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Los Angeles

Allegiant Air

Houston (HOU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Allegiant Air

$346

$252

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Los Angeles

Frontier Airlines

Houston (IAH) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$210

$171

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Los Angeles

Frontier Airlines

Houston (IAH) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$210

$189

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Los Angeles

Southwest Airlines

Houston (HOU) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Southwest Airlines

$304

$233

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Los Angeles

Frontier Airlines

Houston (IAH) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$225

$196

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to Los Angeles

5 nights

Nov 12 - Nov 17

$284  →  $188

34%

2 nights

Jul 13 - Jul 15

$346  →  $252

27%

4 nights

Jun 16 - Jun 20

$506  →  $412

19%

1 night

Nov 14 - Nov 15

$284  →  $193

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Los Angeles

Houston - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Houston to Los Angeles are above the typical level of $384.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best deals

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $215.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 8h 32m to Los Angeles

The median flight time from Houston to Los Angeles is 8 hours and 32 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has historically offered direct flights on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines: Best deal at $132

The best recent deal was $132 with Frontier Airlines via kiwi.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Houston to Los Angeles appear frequently.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers flights to Los Angeles, providing a convenient option for your journey.

📍 ~25 km from Houston (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$132

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport is another Houston departure point for flights to Los Angeles.

📍 ~15 km from Houston (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$132

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major hub, offering convenient access to the Los Angeles area.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car, bus, shuttle).

💸 Flights from ~$132

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a convenient alternative for North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$171

John Wayne (SNA)

John Wayne is a primary airport for Orange County with extensive domestic service.

📍 ~60 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$184

Long Beach (LGB)

Long Beach is easier to navigate and significantly less crowded than LAX, close to South Los Angeles.

📍 ~30 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$233

Ontario International (ONT)

Cheapest

Ontario International is a major alternative for the Inland Empire and Eastern Los Angeles.

📍 ~60 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

San Diego International (SAN)

San Diego International is a major international hub and a robust backup option for specific routes.

📍 ~180 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$143

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Houston to Los Angeles is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. Flights booked within this period have an average price of $431. Booking too early or too late can result in higher fares. For instance, flights booked 7-13 days out average $740, while those booked 60 or more days in advance average $542.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Houston to Los Angeles is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $198. The median price for this route over the same period was $384. Prices can range significantly, with 75% of flights costing $673 or less. Keeping an eye out for fares at or below the $198 threshold can help travelers secure a favorable price.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Houston to Los Angeles include August, February, and May, with median prices of $215, $216, and $217 respectively. These prices are considerably lower than the annual median price of $384 for this route. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider planning their trips during these months to potentially save on airfare.