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Los Angeles.$262 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 May, returning Sat, 10 May.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 8 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $262, select.
Los Angeles.$265 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Fri, 4 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $265, select.
Los Angeles.$278 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun, returning Fri, 6 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.
Los Angeles.$278 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Aug, returning Sat, 16 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Sat, 9 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.
Los Angeles.$278 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.
Los Angeles.$278 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $278, select.
Los Angeles.$279 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $279, select.
Los Angeles.$312 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Houston Hobby on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From $312, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston Hobby to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
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May
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Aug
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Direct flights from Houston Hobby to Los Angeles

Alternative Houston Hobby to Los Angeles routes

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

Houston to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$262
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week27

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

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Houston Hobby to Los Angeles is $262. 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 35 minutes is the average flight time from Houston Hobby to Los Angeles.
Southwest Airlines and Sun Country Airlines fly direct from Houston Hobby to Los Angeles.
As of April 2025, there are 27 flights per week flying from Houston Hobby to Los Angeles.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby to Los Angeles is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Houston Hobby Airport, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from $262.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Los Angeles on Thursday, 8 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 35 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles.

Travelling from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Los Angeles: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Los Angeles is 3 hours 14 minutes.

  • William P. Hobby Airport is located in Houston. Based in the UTC-7 timezone, Los Angeles is 2 hours behind Houston.

  • The busiest route is from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). There are 18 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HOU to LAX is the 05:05 Southwest Airlines service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the last departure is at 22:55 with Southwest Airlines.

  • Leave enough time to make your flight from HOU to Los Angeles. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Getting away during a peak month like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can catch a direct flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Los Angeles that lands at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

  • Southwest Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from William P. Hobby Airport to Los Angeles.

  • Once you've booked cheap tickets from William P. Hobby Airport to Los Angeles, get your documents ready. A visa or passport isn't required since you're flying within United States. As long as you have another valid proof of identity, like a driver's licence or an ID card, you're all set.

  • The journey from central Houston to HOU takes around 1 hour and 42 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 22 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near HOU:

How to find the cheapest flights from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Los Angeles

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from William P. Hobby Airport to Los Angeles is $136. The cheapest price for a return flight is $262. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To secure cheap tickets from HOU to Los Angeles, reserve your trip 9 months before your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from William P. Hobby Airport to Los Angeles is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from HOU to Los Angeles is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from William P. Hobby Airport to Los Angeles. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes about 32 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 54 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Los Angeles. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is around 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Following your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 34 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The trip will take approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes on public transport.

  • After your flight from HOU to Los Angeles, rest your head at a hotel near VNY. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Los Angeles. July is the most popular month to travel to Los Angeles. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.

  • Before booking a flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Los Angeles, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from HOU to Los Angeles in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 26ºC on average.

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