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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to Houston? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $137. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Houston.$68 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $68, select.

Houston.$69 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $69, select.

Houston.$91 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $91, select.

Houston.$95 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $95, select.

Houston.$122 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.

Houston.$122 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.

Houston.$129 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $129, select.

Houston.$173 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $173, select.

Houston.$176 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $176, select.

Houston.$181 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $181, select.

Houston.$183 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Feb.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $183, select.

Houston.$227 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $227, select.

Houston.$239 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jul.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 7 Jul, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $239, select.

Houston.$240 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $240, select.

Houston.$240 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Apr.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 24 Apr, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $240, select.

Houston.$327 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 25 Jun, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $327, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Houston

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles to Houston flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Los Angeles to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$68
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	3 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airline	Southwest Airlines
Average flights per week	455

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Houston: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Houston?

There are 3 airports in Houston: Houston Hobby, Houston George Bush Intercntl. and Houston Ellington Field.

How much are return flights from Los Angeles to Houston?

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Houston is $137. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles to Houston?

3 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Houston.

Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Houston?

Southwest Airlines, United and Air New Zealand fly direct from Los Angeles to Houston.

How many flights are there a week from Los Angeles to Houston?

As of September 2026, there are 455 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Houston.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Houston?

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Houston is usually October.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Houston?

If you're flying from Los Angeles, the cheapest airport near Houston is Houston George Bush Intercntl. – which is 24.9 km away from the centre of Houston. We've found flights into this airport from $137.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Houston on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Houston on Wednesday, 21 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Los Angeles to Houston?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 17 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Los Angeles to Houston?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Houston but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Houston?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Houston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Houston?

In September, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. July is typically the warmest month in Houston, when it usually averages around 34°C. You can expect the least rain in October. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 8°C. The rainiest month is May.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to Houston with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Houston is Frontier Airlines .

Flying from Los Angeles to Houston: what you need to know

Set off on your next big adventure from one of Los Angeles's main airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Check out your options for booking a flight from Los Angeles to Houston leaving from either of these bases.
The major arrival points in Houston are Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) and Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
Book a direct Los Angeles to Houston flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Houston's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Houston two hours ahead of Los Angeles.
The busiest route for flights from Los Angeles to Houston is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH). Take your pick of 97 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from LAX to IAH is the 00:50 United Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the latest available service is at 23:42 with Spirit Airlines.
To ensure you get on your Los Angeles to Houston flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Houston

Book 11 months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Los Angeles to Houston flights.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring an awesome deal on plane tickets from Los Angeles to Houston. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Begin your trip at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which has a range of direct flights from Los Angeles to Houston. From LAX, you can fly straight into Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
Direct Los Angeles to Houston plane tickets are available from numerous airlines at LAX. Your nonstop flight awaits with one of these options:
The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles to Houston, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled.
LAX is located at One World Way.

Arriving in Houston

Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)

The distance from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to central Houston is approximately 26 kilometres. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near IAH:
Hit the road running by picking up a Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Houston and beyond.
Booking your ride from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

The centre of Houston is located around 16 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). As soon as your flight from Los Angeles to Houston has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near HOU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Los Angeles to Houston:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Houston Hobby Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and make a speedy getaway.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HOU will save you money.
You can find Houston Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Best time to go to Houston

September is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Houston, while July is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Houston based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your Los Angeles to Houston ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Houston in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

More about Houston

Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to Houston, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Audrey Jones Beck Building at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and Houston Museum of Natural Science are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Houston travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Menil Collection.

Explore more of the United States

San Antonio is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Houston. Around 306 kilometres to the west, top sights here include San Antonio River Walk, Selena Quintanilla Mural and Historic Market Square.
Dallas is another standout destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No trip is complete without experiencing Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.