Cheap Flights from Houston (IAH) to Orange County (SNA)

Popular airlines from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to John Wayne Airport (SNA)

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from Houston Airport to John Wayne Airport?
Book a seat with United Airlines and you'll be cruising the skies for about 3 hours and 41 minutes. This popular airline has a direct flight that leaves at 12:22PM from IAH and gets to John Wayne Airport at 2:03PM. Expedia has some epic flight deals, so check out what's available on this route today.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Houston Airport to John Wayne Airport last minute?
Being a spontaneous soul is a great way to travel the world, but it isn't always the ideal way to track down a bargain plane ticket. Consider booking your Houston Airport to John Wayne Airport trip well in advance instead of leaving it till the last minute. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the best time to book domestic flights is between 28 – 35 days ahead of the departure date, and international flights three to four months in advance. Leave all that spontaneity for when you're discovering John Wayne Airport!
What airports do you fly into for Santa Ana from Houston?
John Wayne Airport (SNA), Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) and Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) are your choices when flying from Houston to Santa Ana. Roughly 8 kilometers south of downtown Santa Ana, John Wayne Airport (SNA) is the city's major hub. Take into account factors such as flight arrival and departure times and the distance to your hotel before choosing your airport. Disneyland® Resort and Disney California Adventure® Park are a couple of top attractions to put on your to-do list when you get to your destination.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Houston Airport to John Wayne Airport (SNA)?
Between 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM is when you'll find the largest number of United Airlines flights jetting off from Houston Airport to John Wayne Airport (SNA). Our handy tip? Take off earlier in the day. With air traffic yet to build up, your chances of jumping on a delay-free flight are better.
Can I change the date of my flight from Houston Airport to SNA?
You can easily make changes to your Houston Airport to John Wayne Airport flight through the Expedia Trips portal. But before doing so, look over the rules and conditions in your itinerary to see what the carrier will let you do and if fees apply for changes. Some airlines have a change fee per person, on top of any difference in fares. However, if you booked in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel for free and book new flights. You can also stop by our Customer Service portal for more advice and to connect with our Virtual Agent.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Destination airport
John Wayne
Distance
2149 km
Average flight time
2 hours 43 mins

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