Direct flights from Houston to Los Angeles

  • Usually $400 round trip
  • Several times daily
  • 6 airlines

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The same flight. 3 days apart.

2.5x the price $545 more
The cheap date
United
Wed, Jan 13
12:25 PM IAH
2:17 PM LAX
7 nights
Wed, Jan 20
3:30 PM LAX
8:47 PM IAH
$357 round-trip
3 days earlier
United
Sun, Jan 10
12:25 PM IAH
2:17 PM LAX
7 nights
Sun, Jan 17
3:30 PM LAX
8:47 PM IAH
$902 round-trip

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measured 10 Oct 2026, not seats on sale now · track this route free

Nonstop departures observed in recent fares

Across 2 recent dates we priced, Houston (IAH) to Los Angeles (LAX) showed up to 4 nonstop departures a day, with the earliest around 6:30 AM and the latest around 9:49 PM, operated by United, Delta, American, and Frontier.

6:30 AM 9:00 AM 12:25 PM 9:49 PM

Departure times seen while pricing this route over the last few weeks — a sample, not the full timetable. Airlines adjust schedules seasonally.

More nonstops from Houston

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight from Houston to Los Angeles?

Yes. American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, SkyWest Airlines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines fly nonstop from Houston (IAH) to Los Angeles (LAX), several times daily. The flight takes about 3h 20m and covers 1,376 miles (2,215 km). Round-trip fares typically run around $400. Fares last checked 11 October 2026.

Which airlines fly direct from Houston to Los Angeles?

American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, SkyWest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines operate nonstop flights from Houston to Los Angeles.

How long is the flight from Houston to Los Angeles?

The nonstop flight from Houston to Los Angeles takes ~3h 20m (approximately 2215 km).

How often do direct flights operate from Houston to Los Angeles?

Nonstop flights from Houston to Los Angeles operate several times daily.

How much is a round-trip flight from Houston to Los Angeles?

Round-trip flights from Houston (IAH) to Los Angeles (LAX) start at $268, with a typical fare around $400. Based on 26 recent fare combinations.