Cheap Flights from Los Angeles, CA (LAX) to Houston, TX (HOU)

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Airlines that fly from Los Angeles, CA to Houston, TX

Local currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
37%Trains in Houston, TX are 37% cheaper than in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles, CA$2.00
Houston, TX$1.25
MealMid-priced restaurant
20%A meal in Houston, TX is 20% cheaper than a meal in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles, CA$25.00
Houston, TX$20.00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
6%A taxi fare in Houston, TX is 6% cheaper than in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles, CA$3.10
Houston, TX$2.91
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
4%Coffee in Houston, TX is 4% cheaper than in Los Angeles, CA.
Los Angeles, CA$5.74
Houston, TX$5.52
Distance: 1371 miles
Los Angeles, CA airports
Los Angeles Intl Airport (LAX)How far from city center: 12 miles
Houston, TX airports
G.Bush Intercontinental (IAH)How far from city center: 16 miles
Hobby (HOU)How far from city center: 9 miles

Useful information to fly from Los Angeles to Houston

Traveling from Los Angeles to Houston is easy, with multiple airlines offering flights from LAX to Houston. You can find both nonstop flights from LAX to Houston and connecting flights with a layover. To get the best deals on flights from Los Angeles to Houston, consider traveling during the off-season or booking in advance.

Time difference between Los Angeles and Houston

Houston is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles. This means that if it is 10:00 AM in Los Angeles, it is 12:00 PM in Houston. Don't forget to check for any Daylight Savings Time differences, as this could affect the actual time difference.

Best time to fly to Houston

Houston, Texas, boasts a humid subtropical climate, which means hot and humid summers and mild winters. If you're searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Houston, you'll want to consider the best time to visit for optimal weather.

The average temperature in summer hovers around 95°F, which can be quite intense for those not used to the heat. Winter offers a pleasant contrast with average temperatures around 60°F. However, for the most enjoyable experience with milder weather, consider booking your flights from LAX to Houston during the fall or spring. These shoulder seasons provide a balance of comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds.

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Los Angeles Airports

Los Angeles is served by several airports, with Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) being the primary hub for flights from Los Angeles to Houston. Other options for flights from LAX to Houston include Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) and John Wayne Airport (SNA). You can easily find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Houston by comparing options from these airports.

Airport Information

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

As the busiest airport in California, LAX offers numerous flights from LAX to Houston. Located 18 miles from Downtown Los Angeles, LAX provides various amenities like dining, shopping, and transportation. Whether you're looking for flights from Los Angeles to Houston or flights from LAX to Houston, you'll find plenty of choices at LAX.

Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)

BUR, situated 12 miles north of Downtown Los Angeles, is a smaller airport primarily serving domestic flights. It's a convenient option for those seeking flights from Los Angeles to Houston near Hollywood and surrounding areas.

John Wayne Airport (SNA)

Located in Santa Ana, SNA is about 35 miles from Downtown Los Angeles. It's a popular alternative for flights from Los Angeles to Houston, especially for travelers in Orange County.

Main Airlines for this Route

Top 3 airlines offering flights from Los Angeles to Houston:

  • United Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines

Houston airports

Houston is served by two major airports: George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). If you're flying from Los Angeles to Houston, you can find cheap flights from Los Angeles to Houston starting at $71 for flights from LAX to Houston. Booking your flights from Los Angeles to Houston with eDreams could save you money on your next trip.

Airport information

Find information about the main passenger airports in Houston below.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the larger of the two airports, located about 23 miles north of downtown Houston.

Airport facilities:

  • Shops, Duty-Free and Retail Outlets
  • Bars, Cafés and Restaurants
  • Airport Information Desks
  • Currency Exchange, Communications and Banking Facilities
  • Business and Conference Facilities
  • Disabled Facilities

You can easily travel between the airport and the city center by taxi, public transportation, or rental car.

Public transportation: The METRO bus provides service between IAH Airport and downtown Houston.

Taxi: Taxis are readily available outside of the terminals.

Car: From IAH Airport, you can easily access the city center via Interstate 45 South.

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is located about 7 miles southeast of downtown Houston.

Car rental in Houston

You can book your car rental in Houston in advance with eDreams.

What to do and see in Houston

Flying from Los Angeles to Houston? You're in for a treat! Houston is a vibrant city with something to offer everyone. Whether you're interested in art, science, history, or just having a good time, you'll find it here. To help you plan your trip, we've put together a list of three must-do activities:

  • Space Center Houston: No trip to Houston is complete without a visit to Space Center Houston, the official visitor center of NASA Johnson Space Center. Here, you can see real spacecraft, touch moon rocks, and learn about the history of space exploration.
  • Houston Museum of Natural Science: This world-renowned museum has something for everyone, from dinosaur skeletons to ancient Egyptian artifacts. You can easily spend a whole day exploring its many exhibits.
  • Downtown Aquarium: This unique attraction combines an aquarium, a restaurant, and a Ferris wheel! You can see sharks, stingrays, and other marine life, then enjoy a meal with a view from the top of the Ferris wheel.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Los Angeles, CA to Houston, TX

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to United States. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Los Angeles, CA to Houston, TX, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Houston, TX is $23. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Houston, TX more expensive than Los Angeles, CA to visit?
Looking at cab fares, a ride in Houston, TX costs an average of 2.91 USD , 6% cheaper than Los Angeles, CA, with a fare of 3.10 USD,
while train tickets cost 37% less at Houston, TX: $ 1.25 USD versus $ 2.00 USD at Los Angeles, CA.
Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 20.00 USD euros in Houston, TX, 20% less than the 25.00 USD euros in Los Angeles, CA.
The price of the coffee is around 4% cheaper in Houston, TX, with an average of 5.52 USD, while in Los Angeles, CA the coffee costs 5.74 USD.
When booking, when is the best time to get the best prices for flights from Los Angeles, CA to Houston, TX?
The most popular months to book a trip from Los Angeles, CA to Houston, TX are December, April and June, based on the searches of our customers.
When is the best time to travel from Los Angeles, CA to Houston, TX?
The best time of the year to visit Houston, TX depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, June is the best month to fly to Houston, TX from Los Angeles, CA in terms of searches from our customers, followed by December and April. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds September, October and February are the months with fewer searches for Los Angeles, CA - Houston, TX.
How long does the flight from Los Angeles, CA to Houston, TX take?
Flight length from Los Angeles, CA to Houston, TX is around 03:28 hours on average, at an average distance of 2,323 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

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