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$89 Find Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport

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Cheapest round-trip
$187
Overall average: $217
Southwest
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LAX - HOU • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$89
Typical prices: $81-$168
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Wed 4/15
LAX - HOU • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Hobby (LAX-HOU)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Hobby that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Hobby

Tue, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 15
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11:50 pm - 5:00 am
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3h 10mnonstop
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8:35 pm - 10:10 pm
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3h 35mnonstop
$187Southwest
Sat, Apr 18 - Mon, Apr 27
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11:50 pm - 5:00 am
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3h 10mnonstop
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5:55 am - 7:30 am
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3h 35mnonstop
$197Southwest
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
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11:50 pm - 5:00 am
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3h 10mnonstop
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8:25 am - 10:00 am
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3h 35mnonstop
$207Southwest
Fri, Apr 24 - Thu, Apr 30
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6:15 pm - 11:25 pm
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3h 10mnonstop
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9:55 pm - 11:30 pm
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3h 35mnonstop
$217Southwest
Thu, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 18
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7:25 am - 2:00 pm
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4h 35m
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2:20 pm - 3:55 pm
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3h 35mnonstop
$227Southwest
Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 24
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11:50 pm - 5:00 am
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3h 10mnonstop
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9:35 pm - 11:25 pm
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3h 50mnonstop
$228Southwest
Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 1
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11:00 am - 6:35 pm
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5h 35m
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9:55 pm - 11:30 pm
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3h 35mnonstop
$237Southwest
Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25
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6:25 am - 2:00 pm
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5h 35m
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9:35 pm - 11:25 pm
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$238Southwest
Tue, Mar 17 - Wed, Mar 18
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3h 10mnonstop
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2:40 pm - 4:30 pm
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$239Southwest
Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Mar 25
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3h 10mnonstop
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8:30 am - 1:25 pm
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6h 55m
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$242Southwest
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to Hobby flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Hobby to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Houston Hobby Airport, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport is August, where tickets cost $179 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $257 and $257 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $318 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 41% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$89
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 15% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Los Angeles to Hobby

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Hobby based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport flights

  • Can I fly nonstop from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Hobby Airport (HOU)?

    There are a limited number of nonstop flights from Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Houston’s Hobby Airport (HOU), most of which are offered by Southwest. Consider that flights with only one stop will give you more options for scheduling and airlines. American Airlines and Delta both offer one-stop flights from LAX to HOU.

  • Where are the VIP Lounges for domestic flights at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    There are eight VIP Lounges that are accessible to passengers in Terminals 1-8. They are the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse (located in T2), the Delta Sky Club (T2), the American Admirals Club (two locations, T4 and T5), the American Airlines Flagship Lounge (T4), the Maple Leaf Club (T6), the Alaska Airlines Lounge (T6), and the United Polaris Club (T7).

  • Are Hobby Airport (HOU) and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) the same airport?

    Hobby Airport is a smaller airport that is located about 10 miles south of Houston’s city center. In contrast, George Bush Airport (IAH) is one of Texas’ busiest airports. IAH is located about 23 miles north of Houston’s center. When you’re flying from LAX into Houston, you have more options for nonstop flights when flying into IAH.

  • Where should my friend pick me up after I arrive at Hobby Airport (HOU)?

    Passenger pickup is located outside of baggage claim at the Arrivals level. Your friend should follow the signs to “Arrivals” and then look for “Curb Zone 2 and Zone 3” to find you waiting. Your friend can wait for you in the Cell Phone Lot located on Airport Boulevard, where free parking is available 24/7.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport was $89 for a one-way ticket and $187 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Los Angeles and Houston Hobby Airport?

    A passport is not required to fly from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Los Angeles and Houston Hobby Airport are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Los Angeles from Los Angeles and will be arriving at Houston Hobby.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Delta, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and Houston Hobby Airport, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to Houston, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Houston are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $287 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $253 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

    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 Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Houston Hobby Airport from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

    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 to Houston Hobby Airport with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline. Booking your flights between Los Angeles and HOU can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport?

    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 to Houston Hobby Airport from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Houston Hobby Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $168 or less one-way and $324 or less round-trip.
  • Los Angeles Airport (LAX) has nine terminals, which are Terminals 1-8 plus the Tom Bradley International Terminal (also called Terminal B). Domestic flights may depart from any of the Terminals 1-8, depending on where the airline’s counters are located in the airport. Check your boarding pass to find out the location of your departure.
  • Avoid the hassles of driving to Los Angeles Airport by taking the LAX FlyAway Bus. For about $9.75, you can take the bus from Union Station in downtown LA to any terminal at the airport. This service doesn’t require a reservation; buses pick up from Union Station every 30min and arrive at the airport in approx. 35min, depending on traffic.
  • Nursing rooms are available in each terminal at LAX, providing private and comfortable spaces for mothers to tend to the needs of their infants.
  • If you’re renting a car at Hobby Airport (HOU), you’ll find the car rental counters conveniently located near the Baggage Claim area on the Arrivals level. Once you finalize your reservation, a shuttle will pick you up at Curb Zone 1 to take you to the rental car lot.
  • The #40 METRO bus runs from Hobby Airport to the George R. Brown Convention Center and downtown Houston, taking about an hour to run the entire route. The buses pick up passengers at Curb Zone 3 near Baggage Claim, and the one-way fare is about $1.25.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Los Angeles to Hobby

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to Houston. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4298 reviews
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Flight was hours late, unable to sit next to spouse, I have had so much better experiences. Substantially better, only saving grace was that it was a short flight.

4.0 Okaybyron, Feb 2026
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Flight was hours late, unable to sit next to spouse, I have had so much better experiences. Substantially better, only saving grace was that it was a short flight.

An entire day of delays. Cost lots of money. Meals and a hotel.

Only downside was the legroom and seat width, which is always a problem unless I spend more for a premium seat.

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

On time. Friendly staff. Took to long to pre bord all the specialty groups. Cramped small plane

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

No delays and arrived to destination 30 min early. Staff was super friendly.

Crew could have been friendlier, maybe I'm spoiled by SW crews. In flight wifi was good. Would be nice to have more food offerings on a 4 plus hour flight

Everything a cheap airline should be at normal airline rates.

Full cans of soda would be nice. A choice between two snacks would be appreciated.

Flight was delayed by 3-hours and their fix was… complimentary pretzels.

The crew, and fellow passengers, were super gracious and kind. There seemed to be plenty of bin space even though the plane was full. It’s nice to get a glass of wine with dinner in Premiere seating, and there was a lot of food.

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!

Everything I mentioned earlier - the airbus was more comfortable indeed and the experience was further enhanced.

The plane was an older model, so it wasn’t as comfortable as others. The flight attendants were not helpful during onboarding. It was a full flight so there was chaos finding space for baggage.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

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.

Delta One is extraordinary. I fly business when somebody hires me. I just wonder why there is such a chasm between business class and the insanely inhumane and nonsensical coach. The seats are not large enough to fit even my tiny wife. We fly 10% of what we did because we don’t want to pay 5-10 k but for $400 it’s unbearable. It seems like the accountants took over and made stupid decisions. Screw in 20 extra seats and make it so unbearable that people fly 90% less. Just put the damn price up and put some proper chairs in. But business, yay.

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

Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

Everything was great except for the boarding process. Everyone is lining up all at the same time and it’s hard to tell between the groups as they are way too large.

Very old flight - time to retire it for newer airplanes

Do not like the size of the overhead bin. I think staff should monitor the size of suitcases that are being carried on by passengers to ensure they meet the size requirement.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

Check-in and in-flight staff were better than average. The seat was a fair size but too hard and not enough padding. The cushion/pillow provided is poor (thin and seems to be disposable ,it provides no effective cushioning or support). Food was OK-ish but no choice of inflight snacks and no easy place to get drinks other than water (I could ask for juice by intruding into the staff area at the back of the plane) Entertainment was very good actually. Overall better than I expected from a US-based airline (sorry!) but compared to ANA or Singapore it was so-so. (I live in Japan so they are my comparative airlines)

Terrible. Our first time back on United for 10 years, the seats in Polaris class are small and uncomfortable. They have squished too many people in to get more $$$. The staff are not friendly and not wanting to accommodate. I asked for two salads rather than a main meal and was advised no we wont do that. Then asked what I would like for breakfast and given something else anyway. I will not be flying United International anytime soon.

Everything except the food and entertainment. It was a great experience though

Delayed, toilets did not flush, pilot parked to far away from Gate

Check-in, boarding and the flight from Phoenix to Houston was quick and easy. The flight from Houston to Shreveport was delayed 5 hours. It was frustrating but I think United handled it the best they could.

It was great with United overall except for two things. 1) It was a 5-hour flight and we were with kids, so we were asking for extra snacks. They were extremely reticent to dole them out even though there wasn't any meal and the kids were starting to hit their limit towards the end. 2) Baggage didn't arrive until 80 minutes after we landed.

They cancelled the flight due to crew unavailability. The next day they cancelled the flight again.

For the price of the fare, there really isn’t much to complain about.

A Spirit agent caused me to miss my flight. The company has not responded for request of refund. Stay away from Spirit.

I arrived two hours early, and at 9:20 I was still queuing for security.

Got to LAX at 3:20 am, the counter personnel did not start to check in bags till 3:40 am. I patiently waited at the priority check in line as they started to take people from the general line. After about 15 minutes of waiting, I approached the lady exactly in front of the priority line and asked her if they would be taking people from the priority line or if I would need to switch to waiting in the general line. She responded “yes”, I then asked her yes to what? And she yelled back at me loudly “I SAID YES!” Needless to say, I waited at the end of the line of the general line. I could have been told the priority line would not be called upon and could have queued in the general line ahead of many people that arrived to cue after I did

Terrible they canceled the flight very sheepishly and ended up costing me 1200 dollars and kayak and xcover are doing nothing

No free snacks or drinks. Freezing. Uncomfortable. No plugs or entertainment. If you fly to LA the make you change terminals with a slow bus. Awful trip that took forever. Terrible airline- maybe the worst I’ve ever flown.

Crew are always very angry and dismissive like they seem they are being forced to work. In addition, there was a long line for the bathrooms, and only one was allowed to be used. No reason was given for only one bathroom being available; apparently, the stewardess was more interested in using the jumpseat instead of allowing the customers to use the bathroom.

Vegas is such a quick flight that amenities aren’t the important part, in my opinion. Just get me there efficiently and safely, and that’s exactly what they did!

The flight was severely delayed due to the missing flight attendants.

It was ok. It was expensive to check 2 bags ($75.00 per bag), and then it took a long time to wait for shuttle to take us from one terminal to the terminal where the plane was taking off at LAX. And all of this for a flight where we had to pay for any food or drink that was not water.

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.

This airline sucks. They offer low rates then charge you for everything, the app does not work well, the seats are the most uncomfortable. Maintenance issues on the flight, and you still have to sit through their credit card commercials. People are nice enough but does not make up for overall poor experience.

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.

Cancelled flight after I arrived at airport after 75 min drive and parking. Next flight was 4 days in the future. Had to scramble and buy a much more expensive flight on another carrier.

I liked the turn-style feature at gate 209B at LAX. Very efficient process. The gate staff also made several, clearly directed announcements so I felt very informed.

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.

The seats were awful, hard plastic covered in sheet vinyl. The airline tries to scam you into paying extra to get seat together when the flight wasn’t full. They were going to separate a family with young children but my wife who had a row to herself gave up her seat so the young mom could be with her young boys. I’m never giving this airline my money again.

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