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Flight deals from Santa Ana John Wayne Airport to Houston

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Santa Ana John Wayne Airport to Houston? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 2,900. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Houston.R 1,087 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,087, select.
Houston.R 1,528 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Fri, 29 May, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,528, select.
Houston.R 1,844 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,844, select.
Houston.R 2,217 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,217, select.
Houston.R 2,387 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,387, select.
Houston.R 2,451 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,451, select.
Houston.R 2,913 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,913, select.
Houston.R 4,799 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,799, select.
Houston.R 4,799 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,799, select.
Houston.R 4,812 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,812, select.
Houston.R 4,812 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,812, select.
Houston.R 4,812 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,812, select.
Houston.R 4,812 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,812, select.
Houston.R 9,566 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,566, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana John Wayne to Houston

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Santa Ana John Wayne to Houston flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from R 2,387
Apr
from R 1,087
May
from R 1,528
Jun
from R 1,844
Jul
from R 2,217
Aug
from R 2,451
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Oct
from R 2,913
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Direct flights from Santa Ana John Wayne to Houston

Alternative Santa Ana John Wayne to Houston routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Santa Ana John Wayne to Houston? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Houston Hobby

16km from central Houston
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Houston George Bush Intercntl.

25km from central Houston
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Houston Ellington Field

28km from central Houston
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Galveston

74km from central Houston
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Santa Ana to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,087
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time3 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week56

Finding cheap flights from Santa Ana John Wayne to Houston: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Houston: Houston Hobby, Houston George Bush Intercntl., Houston Ellington Field, and Galveston.
The best price we found for a return flight from Santa Ana John Wayne to Houston is R 2,683. 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 16 minutes is the average flight time from Santa Ana John Wayne to Houston.
United, Lufthansa and Emirates fly direct from Santa Ana John Wayne to Houston.
As of March 2026, there are 56 flights per week flying from Santa Ana John Wayne to Houston.
The cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana John Wayne to Houston is usually April.
If you're flying from Santa Ana John Wayne Airport, the cheapest airport near Houston is Houston George Bush Intercntl. – which is 25.0 km away from the centre of Houston. We've found flights into this airport from R 2,683.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santa Ana John Wayne Airport to Houston on Monday, 27 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 16 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 Houston 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 Houston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 16°C. August is typically the warmest month in Houston, when it usually averages around 34°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Houston.

Travelling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Houston: what you need to know

  • Approximately 3 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from John Wayne Airport to Houston.

  • John Wayne Airport is located in Santa Ana. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Houston is two hours ahead of Santa Ana.

  • With 22 weekly flights between the two airports, John Wayne Airport (SNA) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the most popular route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:45. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from SNA to IAH is with United Airlines at 15:25.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your SNA to Houston flight.

  • Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • You can book a direct John Wayne Airport to Houston ticket. Begin your trip at SNA and end it at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).

  • United Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct flights from John Wayne Airport to Houston.

  • Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Santa Ana, SNA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel close to SNA? If you're boarding an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Houston, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:

  • John Wayne Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81.53% of flights that depart SNA arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • SNA is located at 18601 Airport Way.

How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Houston

  • R 1,087 is currently the lowest price for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Houston flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 2,683. These prices can change based on availability.

  • Score cheap flights from SNA to Houston by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The best month for picking up cheap John Wayne Airport to Houston tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from SNA to Houston by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from John Wayne Airport to Houston.

Airports in Houston

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is about 19 kilometres from the centre of Houston. Once you've disembarked your flight from John Wayne Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.

  • After stepping off your SNA to Houston flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near HOU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at HOU will help you save.

  • William P. Hobby Airport is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Best time to go to Houston

  • Before scheduling your flights from John Wayne Airport to Houston, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Houston offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.

  • Before locking in your John Wayne Airport to Houston flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SNA to Houston around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Houston

Explore more of United States

  • Houston is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.

  • Dallas is another essential stop in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without seeing Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.

Plan the rest of your trip from Santa Ana to Houston

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