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Houston.$153 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.
Houston.$153 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.
Houston.$165 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Thu, 29 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $165, select.
Houston.$179 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Sun, 16 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sun, 16 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $179, select.
Houston.$179 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $179, select.
Houston.$179 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep, returning Fri, 17 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $179, select.
Houston.$181 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul, returning Wed, 23 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $181, select.
Houston.$181 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Oct, returning Sun, 26 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sun, 26 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $181, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Houston George Bush Intercntl.

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 George Bush Intercntl. flights are currently cheapest in June.
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Los Angeles International to Houston George Bush Intercntl.: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles International to Houston below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Houston George Bush Intercntl..

Los Angeles to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$153
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 21 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week336

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Houston George Bush Intercntl.: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Houston George Bush Intercntl. is $153. 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 21 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Houston George Bush Intercntl..
LATAM Airlines, United and Air New Zealand fly direct from Los Angeles International to Houston George Bush Intercntl..
As of May 2025, there are 416 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Houston George Bush Intercntl..
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Houston George Bush Intercntl. is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport on Wednesday, 28 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 21 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 George Bush Intercntl. 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.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Houston George Bush Intercntl..

Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.

  • Houston is two hours ahead of Los Angeles and observes the UTC-5 timezone.

  • Every week, there are 384 Los Angeles International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flights. To jet off early, jump on the 00:15 Spirit Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 23:00 with Spirit Airlines.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your LAX to IAH flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • A range of airlines offer direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, so jetting off to Houston (and then exploring more of United States!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is American Airlines.

  • American Airlines is a leader in on-time performance for LAX to IAH flights, with 89.66% of services reaching their destination on schedule.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between LAX and IAH:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

    • Albuquerque International Sunport Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • Currently, $71 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $153. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from LAX to IAH, book your journey five months before your planned departure.

  • Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from LAX to IAH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Los Angeles International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • LAX's address is One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from LAX arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.05% of the time.

  • Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • You can expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near LAX. Whether you have an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston

  • You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.

  • From George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.

When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Houston based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from LAX to IAH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Houston, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to tick off its leading attractions. From The San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.

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