What percentage of Los Angeles to Houston flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 28.2% of flights from Los Angeles to Houston were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2. This suggests that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Los Angeles to Houston?

The typical direct flight time from Los Angeles to Houston is approximately 3 hours and 24 minutes, covering a distance of 2215 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends significantly to about 11 hours and 15 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Los Angeles to Houston?

Historically, good prices on flights from Los Angeles to Houston have been frequent. This route is consistently identified as one with regular opportunities for favorable fares. Travelers can typically find competitive pricing when planning their trips between these two cities.

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Los Angeles to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Houston

A typical journey from Los Angeles to Houston takes about 3h 24m, including connections. This median duration accounts for itineraries that involve stopovers, which are common on this route. For connecting flights, the median journey time extends to 14h 3m, while non-stop flights have a median duration of 3h 24m.

When looking for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Houston, you'll find that fares typically range from $293–$592, with a median price of $423. Right now, current fares are near the typical level. However, it's worth noting that 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding exceptional deals can be challenging.

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Houston is often in January, when the median fare is around $262. Other relatively inexpensive months include October and September, both with median fares of $387. Planning your trip during these months could help you secure more favorable prices.

Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with only 28.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that if you fly from Los Angeles to Houston, you are likely to have at least one stop on your journey.

The distance between Los Angeles and Houston is approximately 2215 km, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a flight duration that is longer than short-haul trips but shorter than long-haul international travel.

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Houston

Regular price: $174 - $265

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

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Houston is typically between $174 and $265. The current lowest deal is $96 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Dec 2-Dec 8.

now $96

Low $174

High $265

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Houston is January, with a median price of $262. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $728. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $262

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $728

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Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Houston

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Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Houston

Wed, Nov 11

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LAX - Houston

Los Angeles (LAX) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$187

$125

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Houston

Los Angeles (LAX) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$206

$129

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Houston

Los Angeles (LAX) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$203

$153

One-way

Fri, Nov 13

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LAX - Houston

Los Angeles (LAX) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$193

$128

One-way

Fri, Nov 13

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LAX - Houston

Los Angeles (LAX) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$203

$161

One-way

Fri, Nov 13

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LAX - Houston

Los Angeles (LAX) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$203

$183

One-way

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

7 nights

Feb 3 - Feb 10

$180 → $103

43%

3 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 14

$206 → $129

37%

6 nights

Feb 3 - Feb 9

$180 → $104

42%

5 nights

Nov 13 - Nov 18

$193 → $128

34%

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Los Angeles - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for LAX to HOU are near the typical level, with a median price of $423.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $262.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 24m

Direct flights from LAX to HOU typically take 3h 24m, while connecting flights average 14h 3m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are more common, making up 71.8% of routes over the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights on the LAX to HOU route.

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Deals are frequent on this route

Deals are frequent on this route, with new offers appearing regularly over the last 30 days.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major hub for flights from Los Angeles to Houston.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$124

Houston main airports to arrive at

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers a convenient arrival option for flights from Los Angeles to Houston.

📍 ~25 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$121

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International offers extensive domestic and international routes, providing a reliable alternative for Houston travelers.

📍 ~230 km from Houston (reachable by car, but traffic can impact travel time).

💸 Flights from ~$124

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Los Angeles to Houston is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $481. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally saw average prices around $701, while booking 7-13 days out resulted in average prices of $741. Planning ahead by 28-59 days can lead to more favorable pricing.

A flight from Los Angeles to Houston is generally considered a good deal if the price is at or below $293. This threshold is based on historical data across a trailing 90-day period. The median price for this route has been $423, with prices up to $592 still falling within the typical range. Aiming for prices below the $293 mark suggests a particularly advantageous fare.

Historically, January has offered the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Houston, with a median price of $262. Other months that typically present more affordable options include October and September, both with median prices of $387. The annual median price for this route is $423, indicating that these months offer notable savings compared to the yearly average.

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Los Angeles to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Houston

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Houston

Regular price: $174 - $265

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

The regular price range for flights from Los Angeles to Houston is typically between $174 and $265. The current lowest deal is $96 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Dec 2-Dec 8.

now $96

Low $174

High $265

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Houston

January

Cheapest

Flights from $262

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $728

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Houston

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Houston

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Houston

Los Angeles (LAX) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$187

$125

One-way

Wed, Nov 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Houston

Los Angeles (LAX) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$206

$129

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Houston

Los Angeles (LAX) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$203

$153

One-way

Fri, Nov 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Houston

Los Angeles (LAX) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$193

$128

One-way

Fri, Nov 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Houston

Los Angeles (LAX) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$203

$161

One-way

Fri, Nov 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LAX - Houston

Los Angeles (LAX) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$203

$183

One-way

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

7 nights

Feb 3 - Feb 10

$180 → $103

43%

3 nights

Nov 11 - Nov 14

$206 → $129

37%

6 nights

Feb 3 - Feb 9

$180 → $104

42%

5 nights

Nov 13 - Nov 18

$193 → $128

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Houston

Los Angeles - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for LAX to HOU are near the typical level, with a median price of $423.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $262.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 24m

Direct flights from LAX to HOU typically take 3h 24m, while connecting flights average 14h 3m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights are more common, making up 71.8% of routes over the last 90 days.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines is one of the airlines offering direct flights on the LAX to HOU route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals are frequent on this route, with new offers appearing regularly over the last 30 days.

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a major hub for flights from Los Angeles to Houston.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$124

Houston main airports to arrive at

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers a convenient arrival option for flights from Los Angeles to Houston.

📍 ~25 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$121

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International offers extensive domestic and international routes, providing a reliable alternative for Houston travelers.

Houston, United States

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Houston

Today’s best flight deals from Los Angeles to Houston

Los Angeles to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Houston

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Houston

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Houston

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Houston

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Houston

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

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Houston

Los Angeles - Houston route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

January is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights take 3h 24m

Connecting flights are more common

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Houston main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Houston

Best Elite deals to Houston

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

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

How do I know if a Los Angeles to Houston flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Houston?

What percentage of Los Angeles to Houston flights are direct?

What's the flight time from Los Angeles to Houston?

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Los Angeles to Houston?

Related routes

More routes from Los Angeles

Flights to Houston from other cities

Los Angeles to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Los Angeles to Houston

How much is a round trip from Los Angeles to Houston

The cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Houston

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Houston

Last-minute flights going from Los Angeles to Houston

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

Popular Airports to fly from Los Angeles to Houston

Los Angeles - Houston route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

January is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights take 3h 24m

Connecting flights are more common

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Los Angeles main airports to depart from

Houston main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Houston

Best Elite deals to Houston

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Dec 02

Dec 05

Dec 12

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Dec 07

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Dec 14

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

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

How do I know if a Los Angeles to Houston flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Houston?