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

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $76 for one-way flights and $146 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Mon, Oct 27 - Tue, Oct 28
IAH
Houston
LAX
Los Angeles
$146 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Houston to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $146 found 8 hours ago
Flights from Houston (IAH) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Popular airline
Spirit Airlines
Distance
1375 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 30 mins

Frequently asked questions

How much is a United Airlines flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Set the "Price (lowest to highest)" filter on Expedia to look for cheap United Airlines round-trip flights from $146 from IAH to LAX. Affordable one-way tickets from $76 are also on offer.**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.
What is the cheapest month to fly from IAH to LAX with United Airlines?
Browse for one-way or round-trip flights to Los Angeles in January or February. You could find cheaper fares with United Airlines during these quieter months.
What is the cheapest time to book flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with United Airlines?
Begin your search one to three months before your departure to find cheap fares on United Airlines flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). You can save 25% by booking your domestic flight 34 to 86 days in advance versus last-minute reservations made 6 to 12 days out. You could also cut costs by buying your fare on a Sunday, as it's 6% cheaper on average than a Monday, the most expensive day to book.* Nail your timing, and you can enjoy significant savings on domestic journeys.*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.
Does United Airlines fly nonstop from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
United Airlines has direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), with 61 weekly departures. Simply select the "Nonstop" and "Airline" filters while searching on Expedia to see all direct United Airlines flights to LAX.
How long does it take to fly from IAH to LAX with United Airlines?
It takes approximately 3h 58m to travel nonstop from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with United Airlines.
Which day of the week has the most United Airlines flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If it's flexibility you're after, Wednesday offers the most choice for United Airlines flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Take your pick of 9 different departures.
What is the earliest United Airlines flight from IAH to LAX?
The first United Airlines flight from IAH to LAX departs at 7:20AM UTC-6, arriving at 9:16AM UTC-8. If you want to head off later in the day, the last United Airlines flight leaves IAH at 9:59PM UTC-6 and lands at LAX at 11:59PM UTC-8. Flying before midday is often a good option as morning and mid-morning flights tend to experience fewer cancellations.**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.
What airports does United Airlines fly into in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is the main Los Angeles gateway for United Airlines flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). John Wayne Airport (SNA) and Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) are two other possibilities. When organizing your getaway through Expedia, check the "All Airports" option for your destination to see everything that's available.
Why fly with United Airlines from IAH to LAX?
A rewarding loyalty program and the chance to rack up points through United Mileage Plus are the start of the reasons to leave from IAH to LAX with United Airlines. Plus, when you join Expedia's free One Key™ program, you can earn OneKeyCash™* alongside United Airlines's loyalty program earnings. You can put it toward your future trips.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.
What type of plane does United Airlines fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
United Airlines typically flies Boeing 737-900 planes for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). This carrier also operates the Boeing 737 MAX 9 on this route. Keep in mind that aircraft type can change due to operational requirements, so the plane you catch might be different when you leave.
Can I change or cancel my United Airlines flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Changes are usually free within 24 hours of making your booking, but your airline may charge a fee after that time. For further information about modifying your reservation, check out your "Trips," select your flight and click on "Manage Booking." If you'd like the freedom to make changes without being charged, tick the "Changes included" or "No cancel fee" filter when organizing your next trip.

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