Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Houston (HOUA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Houston? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $344. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Houston

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

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Houston

Alternative Los Angeles International to Houston routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Los Angeles International to Houston? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Los Angeles to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$291
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week906

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

There are 4 airports in Houston: Houston Hobby, Houston George Bush Intercntl., Houston Ellington Field, and Galveston.
The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Houston is $291. 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.
3 hours and 18 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Houston.
United, Southwest Airlines and Air New Zealand fly direct from Los Angeles International to Houston.
As of June 2026, there are 455 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Houston.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Houston is usually September.
If you're flying from Los Angeles International Airport, the cheapest airport near Houston is Houston George Bush Intercntl. – which is 25.0 km away from the centre of Houston. We've found flights into this airport from $291.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Houston on Saturday, 5 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 18 minutes.
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.
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.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. August is typically the warmest month in Houston, when it usually averages around 34°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Houston.

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Houston: what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Houston and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.

  • The timezone in Houston is UTC-6. The city is two hours ahead of Los Angeles, where Los Angeles International Airport is located.

  • The busiest route is from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You can choose from 94 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from LAX to IAH is the 00:50 United Airlines service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 23:42 with Spirit Airlines.

  • Leave enough time to catch your LAX to Houston flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • You can book a direct Los Angeles International Airport to Houston ticket. Start your trip at LAX and end it at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).

  • Numerous airlines operate direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Houston. Some of the most popular are:

  • Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Houston? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LAX:

  • 80% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of LAX.

  • You'll find LAX at One World Way.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Houston

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Houston flight is $119. The cheapest price for a return flight is $291. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap flights from LAX to Houston, reserve your journey 11 months ahead of your planned departure.

  • April is the best month for scoring an awesome deal on Los Angeles International Airport to Houston tickets. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from LAX to Houston is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Houston.

Airports in Houston

Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 40 kilometres from central Houston. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Houston, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near IAH:

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from LAX to Houston.

  • The street address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • Once your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Houston has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).

  • If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 50 minutes.

  • After stepping off your LAX to Houston flight, unwind at a hotel close to HOU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at HOU will help you save.

  • You'll find Houston Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Best time to go to Houston

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Houston. To skip the crowds, visit Houston in January.

  • Book a Los Angeles International Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from LAX to Houston in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

More about Houston

Explore more of the United States

  • You've visited Houston, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey around 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to tick off its leading attractions. From San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're interested in discovering another side of the United States, consider Dallas, roughly 370 kilometres north of Houston. Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are key highlights.

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