$71 Find Cheap Flights from California to Texas

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Flights from California to Texas: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from California to Texas 
JulianFlew with Delta
LAX
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AUS
Jun 2026
Be prepared for new screening processes including dog sniffing. You're asked to walk in group of 2 for about a 15 foot stretch while a sniffing dog follows just behind.
PrincessFlew with United Airlines
LAX
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IAH
Jun 2026
Avoid Houston if you have a connection and inclement weather is predicted
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SFO
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AUS
Dec 2025
Bid on an upgrade seat if you can, I was pleased with my upgrade.
PieterFlew with Southwest
LGB
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DAL
Jan 2026
Book early or avoid event dates in Dallas when prices would be high
FraxysFlew with American Airlines
ONT
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DFW
Jun 2025
Bring an empty refillable water bottle/container through TSA and fill it up as soon as you pass the security check. The water station is available to the left and to the right of it.
CarlosFlew with Alaska Airlines
SAN
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AUS
Jun 2025
Get to the San Diego airport early. The security line will be long. Also, if you're flying Alaska Airlines and don't check in online, go to the Alaska Airlines "Agent Assit" counter first. Don't be like me and go to the Alaska Airlines "Bag Drop" line. That was a bit confusing. If you're flying Alaska Airlines.
FraxysFlew with American Airlines
SMF
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DFW
May 2025
Grab breakfast at the airport or take it with you when you board for morning flight.
John William MichaelFlew with American Airlines
LAX
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SAT
Mar 2025
Watch the departure gate. Some are distant requiring shuttle service and there is minimal to non existent food, beverage, and usual shopping at these gates. Take food with you before boarding the shuttle.
Verified travelerFlew with Southwest
LAX
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DAL
Apr 2025
Arrive at the airport at least two hours earlier.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SFO
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AUS
Jan 2025
Use the lounge access at the discounted rate. It was very nice.
Odessa DelainaFlew with American Airlines
SBA
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DFW
Dec 2024
Do not arrive more than 1 1/2 hours before departure. There wasn’t anyone to accept baggage and no seating available.
ThuFlew with Southwest
OAK
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HOU
Oct 2024
Oakland is a great airport to fly in and out of. Long term park is very reasonable.
BryanFlew with American Airlines
SFO
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DFW
Aug 2024
Don't count on wheelchair assistance, particularly if you have a short connection and different terminals. DFW is HUGE and the assistance program is a disaster.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines
SAN
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AUS
Mar 2024
If veteran or active duty, make sure to stop by USO in terminal 2 (SD airport); right next door to Alaska departures.
Brian R.Flew with Frontier
LAX
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DFW
May 2024
Bring money. If you're in a tight spot with money, bring your own snacks.
LindsayFlew with Southwest
SMF
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HOU
Mar 2024
Make sure you’re connecting flight isnt within an hour because SW is always running late and youll miss it and no one will tell you

FAQs for booking flights from California to Texas

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from California to Texas?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from California to Texas.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from California to Texas?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from California to Texas is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from California to Texas?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from California to Texas with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from California to Texas?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from California to Texas up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines fly most frequently to Texas?

    California and Texas are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are American Airlines (586 flights per week), United Airlines (412 flights per week), and Southwest (378 flights per week).

  • How many airports are there in Texas?

    There are 25 airports in Texas. The busiest airport is Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW), with 48% of all flights arriving there.

  • Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Texas?

    Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Texas is McAllen Miller Intl Airport (MFE), with an average flight price of $189.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Texas?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Texas is Thursday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $408. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Monday, where round-trip prices are $528 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Texas?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Texas is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $407 on average. Morning departures are around 8% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Texas is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $448.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Texas?

    The cheapest ticket to Texas from California found in the last 5 days was to Houston Hobby Airport, at $176 round-trip. The most popular route is Burbank (BUR) to Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $239.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from California to Texas?

    The cheapest month for flights from California to Texas is August, when tickets cost $185 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $248 and $248 respectively.

  • How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Texas?

    To get a below average price on the flight from California to Texas, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

  • How many cities have direct flights to Texas?

    From California, there are direct flights to Texas from 17 cities. The city with the most direct flights is Los Angeles, with 1,869 direct flights each week.

  • How many direct flights to Texas are there each day?

    There are around 690 direct flights from within California to Texas every day. Most flights (45%) depart in the morning.

  • How many direct flights to Texas are there each week?

    Each week there are around 4,830 direct flights from within California to Texas. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

  • How long is the flight to Texas?

    An average nonstop flight from California to Texas takes 3h 23m, covering a distance of 1349 miles. The shortest route is Las Vegas (LAS) to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) with an average flight time of 2h 35m.

  • How many long-haul flights are there to Texas each week?

    Each week, there are 301 medium-haul flights (3-6 hour flight duration) and 4,529 short-haul flights (up to 3 hour flight duration) to Texas. There aren't any long-haul flights (6-12 hour flight duration).

  • What are the most popular destinations in Texas?

    Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Dallas (51% of total searches to Texas). The next most popular destinations are Houston (34%) and Austin (10%). Searches for flights to San Antonio (5%), to El Paso (1%) and to McAllen (0%) are also popular.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from California to Texas

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from California to Texas? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4246 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
Airline reviews

SW can't get their wifi right. I upgrade to insure wifi service but the last two trips had intermittent service. Not worth the extra costs.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Jun 2026
TPA - DAL
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SW can't get their wifi right. I upgrade to insure wifi service but the last two trips had intermittent service. Not worth the extra costs.

One major problem that was very unprofessional and uncalled for. Plane landed and we had to wait 20 minutes to get off the plane since they were waiting for someone to come to the gate to drive the jetway. Southwest couldn't have someone available and waiting for the plane to land? Is there only one person in Hobby airport who knows to drive the jetway? Was he at lunch? In the bar? Uncomfortable and uncalled for!

Southwest is kind of a slum airline. It’s gotten more expensive over the years for less and less service. I am a Southwest Chase Visa card holder and was forced to choose a seat in the 26th row in the middle seat. However my wife who is a rewards member but doesn’t hold a card or anything else, gets randomly assigned a normally paid seat in row 6! How does that work?

The seat was not comfortable. 1D. My back was sore all night and the next day.

One of the best airlines for fast boarding, on time arrivals, and top notch service!

I elected to pay for the upgrades and found very little difference

Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

Service was great, boarding and exiting went smoothly, and the flight was very pleasant.

The crew and flight went well. My issue was internal communications. I had a connecting flight that initially was changed to a later time since first flight was delayed, then they changed back to original time because “the captain thought hed make it”. Upon arrival at connecting airport, the flight attendant assured that the connecting flight was still there and I should run to the gate after deplaning…well that was inaccurate. The plane had departed and gate was empty. I was stuck at airport 4 hours hungry and irritated and also had to again cancel my transportation plans at destination. After informing the help desk I was given a dry oh well and a measly $15 food voucher that barely could afford anything at that airport.

There were over 40 people in the “preboard” group. It’s not fair for southwest to charge for an upgraded boarding fee (a1-a15) and then let over 40 people board before.

Long story short, it was one of the better flight experiences I've had in some time when compared with other airlines.

Smaller plane for a longer flight than my first one. Doesn’t make sense.

Another late night flight and MORE men belligerently drinking and yelling. I had to move from first to economy because they were so obnoxious and disruptive. Crazy to go from a cozy chair to cardboard when you were supposed to be in first. Delta allows was too much drinking which leads to belligerent behavior.

Delta flights recently are always delayed AND at jfk tney get the gates further away (need To walk 20’ to get to them/all the way at the end of the terminal). Not sure whats happening but price doesnt match experience!

Only freetext wifi was available in flight; browsing WiFi required payment. Since the seats had no in flight entertainment, Delta should revisit this policy on this longer flight.

Because I was moved to an exit row, the snacks in economy comfort, the selection of snacks was better.

The entertainment screens were not working and there was no air condition the entire flight. Very uncomfortable.

Lounge in Lagos is terrible, food on board from Lagos to Atlanta was horrible. Only bright spot the cabin crew were awesome.

The flight was scheduled for 2:30 PM. Early in the morning we got a text message saying the flight was delayed and rescheduled for 3:00 PM. We got to the airport with that in mind. Then we got a message during check-in at the flight was rescheduled again for 2:30 PM. We almost missed our flight. In fact, our bags Were told that they would not make it. At the end, everything worked out. But it is very stressful.

Good breakfast granola bar good crew seamless flight and baggage transfer we’ll done!

The boarding process on the departure from LA was rather slow even though I was in Group 1. For first class, I was not expecting to have to pay for Wi-fi but I did and then the wi-fi was spotty. The entree was surprisingly good and so that was a pleasant surprise. However, once I got to Houston, it was terrible. Unfortunately there was bad weather but the constant gate changes for my connecting flight was difficult to manage due to having to navigate back and forth between different terminals.

No screens or meal options. Freezing cold. Dirty seats. Left late.

Boarding was again a "free for all". We were boarding group 4, and almost the entire plane was able to board before us. It's a shame that someone who follows the rules, gets the short end of the stick. Not fair.

My flight was canceled a few hours before boarding. I was rebooked on Copa airlines and missed an important meeting .

Complimentary light meal would be appreciated. But great flight crew service on all legs

I boarded flight UA#1318 at Sacramento International Airport going back to Houston TX. The flight was scheduled at 5:10am. I was able to check in virtually using the United Airlines app. When I entered the airport, there was no one outside assisting with checked bags as it was for Delta Airlines. Immediately upon entering, there was a LONG, EXTREMELY LONG line to the kiosks to get boarding passes. I stand in line to get boarding passes then had to move to ANOTHER EXTREMELY LONG line to get my bags checked in. While standing in this line, we noticed an agent taking customers to 3 at a time to her station to check their bags in. Lucky for me, she called me back, checked my bags for me and I was on my way. I then encountered another long line at the TSA check and to avoid I ending up having to sign up for CLEAR to bypass it. So glad, I did.,...Both of my flights were great with no issues, butthe check in progress at Bush Airport was so much smoother. Check-in at SMF airport needs to be anaylzed and corrected. Do better United, I know you can....thanks

I was in first class. The outlets at my seat did not work. The plane was shabby and run down. I had prepurchsed a day subscription for internet that was not redeemable. I had to repurchase the internet for my flight and then it didn’t work anyway. Quite disappointed in what was supposed to be the launch of a great vacation.

United sent me a mileage plus number last year but that number is invalid so I can’t use it to check into flights or collect mileage. There is human to speak about the problem, only computers who keep asking me if I am using the correct email. It’s so frustrating and I cannot resolve it.

Due to one crew member not showing up to work, our flight was significantly delayed causing us to miss our connecting flight in Houston to Mississippi causing us to be delayed by more than 6 hours and missing our event all together. Very disappointing. All because ONE crew member called in sick. United did grant us a $15 meal voucher, which was a small but appreciated concession that I wasn’t able to use because I ordered my lunch and paid for it before applying the concession, and the staff said it was too late to use it. Ugh! We also had a TWO delay coming back from Mississippi, but that was on American Airlines and it was due to weather, so not their fault. Anyway, not at all impressed with United’s handling of our flight and the HUGE disappointment of missing our important family event for our 90 year old mother. All that money and all that stress and emotions for nothing. Having to wait the hour to bring an employee from LAX seemed like something that should not have happened. Why don’t you have a local back-up? Santa Ana is not a little airport in a rural area.

Awful. I got stuck next to a person carrying a dog and behind someone with a dog. People need to board these dogs downstairs. The cabin is crowded enough with your pets

Flight was delayed multiple times without giving any particular reason and the only thing that was communicated was that 'Aircraft is getting ready'. I was stuck at SFO airport for 15 hours and finally took Southwest Airlines flight back home to Dallas.

The gate experience at LAX was abysmal (same for the arrival experience two days prior). Despite the LAX -> SAT schedule of two flights daily, our departure gate was at a smaller hub that we had to be bussed to from Terminal 4. Fortunately, I arrived at LAX extra early and had time to spare, but if I had not known, I might have missed my flight. I looked at the LAX airport map in the AA app and there was no indication of the additional boarding process. Lastly the gate area we were bussed to was crowded with limited food and beverage options. On flight, the fight attendant was hospitable and attentive, the flight was smooth, and AA's free (and working) wifi for AA members were all on the positive side.

Ontario airport boarding was very easy to park and access, is clean and TSA took 10 minutes total. Check-in was a breeze and cruise was very nice.

Terrible planning. And even worse gate agents. Absolutely rude behavior.

Rough flight No beverage service due to turbulence Bottom Seat cushion was non existent

Not good. One of my luggage is missing. And until now they can’t find it

Delay after delay with little communication then AA lost my luggage and at airport would not assist just said scan this QR code to track your luggage and submit a claim. However QR code provided did not work so have to go back to airport

Dloght delayed by 2.5 hrs . Common theme in my last four american floghts

They are rarely on time! Very hard to plan your travels when flights or connections keep getting delayed.

Mediocre would be best description. Food bland. Seat biz class uncomfortable to sleep. Crew never dimmed lights completely in an overnight flight to Europe. Would avoid AA if possible.

When I wanted to check in 3 hours prior to boarding time, the employees mentioned “a little over an hour delay” so I waited for an hour then I went to go look for food in the terminal and most people from that flight were in the same area looking for food. Finally I decided after food to check to see if it’s anytime closer and now it’s 2 mins until boarding closes?! What are you kidding me? I didn’t receive anything via sms about boarding now nor via email or on the intercom. I luckily made it through, barely, and then there’s no room for my carry on mind you I’m in the very first row so I had to place my purse in one further row back and my carry on sections down. Not sure who pays for better seats to get your stuff placed all over the plane but that was the worst experience I’ve ever had flying with anyone.

baggage clamed had to wait over a hour and half for all people on my flight it was terrible

My flight was canceled I was promised a reginf still not received.

The confirmation # CK8GNW and my name was not recognized/in Frontier system. I was able to check in on Frintier app so i went to the Frontier ticket agent, at time they told me that my name/ confirmation did not show up as a purchased ticket. I had to purchase a new ticket that cost $289.00 one way.

Worst airline experience. They were rude and kept changing our seats and/or giving our seats away so our family didn’t get to sit with each other. Almost everyone we dealt with at both airports with this airline was rude. The app kept giving us wrong information making things take longer. Dealing with them before TSA can take close to an hour…longer than I’ve ever had to deal with before. Never using this airline again.

It was a short flight so no food or entertainment….

Frontier had yet another flight cancellation. Have never made a complete round trip with this airline without at least one leg getting cancelled. Miserable flights - dirty, uncomfortable planes that apparently always have issues since I've had multiple delays and cancellations with them.

They changed the timing , first delayed by 4 hours then went back to 40 mins late, we had to run back to airport to not miss our flight. This is ridiculous

I didn't like anything about the flight It was my first time and definitely my last time boarding a frontier flight. Their counter agents need training and they need to learn to communicate regularly and respectfully

Flight was delayed for more than 3 hours, crew at ONT airport was rude, and when we got to DFW the airplane had an issue landing, we had to be taxied to the terminal, and the luggage was hold until the next day.

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