$96 Cheap Flights from Houston (HOU) to Long Beach (LGB)

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Cheap Flights from Houston to Long Beach (HOU-LGB)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $96 for one-way flights and $191 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Sat, Oct 25 - Tue, Oct 28
HOU
Houston
LGB
Long Beach
$191 Roundtrip, just found
$191
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Houston to Long Beach, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $191 just found
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 22
HOU
Houston
LGB
Long Beach
$201 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Houston to Long Beach, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $201 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 20
HOU
Houston
LGB
Long Beach
$206 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Houston to Long Beach, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $206 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 20
HOU
Houston
LGB
Long Beach
$211 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$211
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 16 from Houston to Long Beach, returning Wed, Aug 20, priced at $211 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 25
HOU
Houston
LGB
Long Beach
$211 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$211
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Houston to Long Beach, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $211 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 17 - Sat, Sep 20
HOU
Houston
LGB
Long Beach
$216 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$216
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 17 from Houston to Long Beach, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $216 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 22
HOU
Houston
LGB
Long Beach
$219 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$219
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Houston to Long Beach, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $219 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 26
HOU
Houston
LGB
Long Beach
$221 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$221
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Houston to Long Beach, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $221 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 10
HOU
Houston
LGB
Long Beach
$224 Roundtrip, just found
$224
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Houston to Long Beach, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $224 just found
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 22
HOU
Houston
LGB
Long Beach
$227 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Houston to Long Beach, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $227 found 4 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston (HOU) to Long Beach (LGB)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $186 - $907 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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Flights from Houston (HOU) to Long Beach (LGB)
Origin airport
William P. Hobby
Destination airport
Long Beach Municipal
Airlines serving
Delta, Southwest Airlines
Roundtrip price
$191
Distance
1371 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 32 mins

Houston to Long Beach Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Houston to Long Beach

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Houston to Long Beach are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Houston to Long Beach with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Houston to Long Beach

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Houston to Long Beach: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Houston to Long Beach

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Houston to Long Beach in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $96 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Houston to Long Beach flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Houston to Long Beach airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) start from $147. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines and Frontier Airlines flight leaving HOU on August 16 2025 and touching down at LGB. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from HOU to LGB?
The cheapest flights from HOU to LGB are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)?
Catch a direct flight with Southwest Airlines and go straight from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from HOU to LGB?
Fly from HOU to LGB with Southwest Airlines. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way fare on this route, starting from $96. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from HOU on October 7 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)?
On average, there is just 1 nonstop flight leaving from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) each day. If this doesn't work for you, consider flights with a layover. Just filter your search results on Expedia to include one or two stops to discover a better alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)?
More travelers fly between HOU and LGB at 1 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather skip the crowds? Travel outside of rush hours and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from HOU to LGB?
Fly on a Friday if you're looking for the best selection of flights from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB).
What is the earliest flight from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 9:45AM UTC-6, heading out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). You'll be flying for roughly 3h 45m, touching down at Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) at approximately 11:30AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)?
Flights from HOU to LGB have an average travel time of 3 hours and 45 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 1,350 mi.
What is the best time to fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)?
Choose a flight from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Long Beach from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)?
Touch down at any one of these Long Beach airports after your direct flight from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU):

  • Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)
  • Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT)
  • Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from HOU to LGB just before your trip is typically more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your schedule, you could score a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a HOU to LGB flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a HOU to LGB flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you've chosen your preferred accommodations and flights, consider other add-ons like activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)?
In most cases, you can modify or cancel your HOU to LGB flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's guidelines and fees on flight changes, or if you need further details, head to our Customer Service portal.

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