$76 Cheap American Airlines flights Houston (IAH) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Use the “Price (lowest to highest)” filter on Expedia to search for cheap American Airlines round-trip flights from $144 from IAH to LAX. Affordable one-way fares from $76 are available as well.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines flights to Los Angeles tend to be more affordable in the low-season months of January and February. Whether you’re in search of a one-way or round-trip ticket, you could score a better deal then.

For cheap American Airlines fares from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), start searching one to three months before your planned departure. Reserving domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance could save you 25% compared to booking just 6 to 12 days ahead. The day you book can also influence what you pay. Sunday is usually the cheapest, while Monday is often the most expensive for domestic flights. You can save 6% on average by choosing to book on a Sunday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC’s global airline sales database.

American Airlines operates direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), with 7 departures every week. Simply apply the “Nonstop” and “Airline” filters while searching on Expedia to see all direct American Airlines flights to LAX.

Take off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) for Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) on a direct American Airlines flight, and you’ll be airborne for around 3h 54m.

The first flight from IAH to LAX with American Airlines leaves at 7:35PM UTC-6. You’ll touch down at 9:29PM UTC-8. The last American Airlines flight of the day leaves at 7:35PM UTC-6 and arrives at 9:29PM UTC-8. With approximately 20% fewer cancellations for morning departures, beginning your travel day early is generally the smartest choice.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.

Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is the main Los Angeles gateway for American Airlines flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). John Wayne Airport (SNA) and Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) are other possibilities. When planning your break through Expedia, check the “All Airports” option for your destination to see everything that’s available.

American Airlines typically uses Embraer 175 planes for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Bear in mind that aircraft type can change depending on operational needs, so the plane you catch might be different on your day of travel.

Depending on the ticket type you purchased, a fee generally applies if you cancel or change your booking more than 24 hours after confirmation. To find tickets with more flexibility, select our “No cancel fee” or “Changes included” filter when searching for flights. For more details on canceling or modifying your reservation, go to “Trips,” select your flight and click on “Manage Booking.”