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Data updated: 2026-10-28 12:55:42

Santa Ana (SNA) to Houston (IAH) Flights

Compare flights from Santa Ana to Houston, explore popular airlines, airports, and travel tips.
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SNA········· ·········IAH
John Wayne Orange County International AirportGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
Distance
1,346 miles
Flight time
3h 14m
Time difference
IAH is 2h ahead
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Return date

Flights from Santa Ana to Houston

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from SNA to IAH on 2026-11-03
08:05SNAPST UTC−83h 15m
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13:20IAHCST UTC−6$504.00One-way
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12:08SNAPST UTC−83h 15m
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Nonstop
17:23IAHCST UTC−6$504.00One-way
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14:59SNAPST UTC−83h 16m
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Nonstop
20:15IAHCST UTC−6$504.00One-way
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Flight route map

Santa Ana (SNA) to Houston (IAH) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from Santa Ana (SNA), California, to Houston (IAH), Texas, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 1,346 miles.

Departure
John Wayne Orange County International Airport · California, United States · 33° 40' 30" N 117° 52' 09" W
Flight route
1,346 miles · 3h 14m
Direction
94.78° (E)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 32.33101, longitude -106.37712, approximately 671.99 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
1,344 miles
Driving route
1,520 miles · 30 hr 35 min
Time difference
IAH is 2h ahead
Destination
George Bush Intercontinental Airport · Texas, United States · 29° 59' 04" N 95° 20' 29" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
1,346 miles
Average flight time
3h 14m
Time difference
IAH is 2h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from Santa Ana to Houston is 94.78°, and the compass direction is E.

Airport information

John Wayne Orange County International Airport

John Wayne Orange County International Airport
Santa Ana, California, United States
33° 40' 30" N, 117° 52' 09" W
Elevation: 56 ft (17 m)
Time zone: PDT UTC−7
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What's the weather like in Santa Ana and Houston?

Temperature unit:

SNA · Santa Ana

66°FSunnyFeels like 66°F
Humidity
68%
Wind
4 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

IAH · Houston

80°FSunnyFeels like 82°F
Humidity
57%
Wind
10 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2884°F | 69°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2982°F | 64°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3077°F | 64°FLight drizzle
Sat, Oct 3187°F | 71°FLight drizzle
Sun, Nov 189°F | 73°FOvercast

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Santa Ana to Houston

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for United States to United States (US-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Aug is lowest at USD 383. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 397, the difference is USD 14. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 319 on 2026-11-13, USD 185 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 504 on 2026-11-03 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.