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$77+ Cheap flights from Houston to Cleveland (CLE)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CLE
Oct 15 — Oct 221
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Cleveland Hopkins Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Cleveland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Cleveland (CLE). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$229
(Southwest)

One-way from

$77
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$248
From Houston to Cleveland Hopkins Intl
One-way flight from Houston to Cleveland Hopkins Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

Find flight deals from Houston to Cleveland

Cheapest flights from Houston to Cleveland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Cleveland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/195:55 pmHOU - CLE
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Mon 1/1211:25 amCLE - HOU
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$229
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/177:25 pmIAH - CLE
Nonstop2h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/56:15 amCLE - IAH
Nonstop3h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$229
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/154:04 pmIAH - CLE
1 stop24h 51mFrontier
Thu 9/187:25 amCLE - IAH
1 stop13h 50mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$231
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/13:30 pmHOU - CLE
2 stops6h 20mSouthwest
Tue 10/76:10 amCLE - HOU
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/13$233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/187:25 amIAH - CLE
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/226:03 amCLE - IAH
Nonstop3h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2912:47 pmIAH - CLE
1 stop9h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/62:44 pmCLE - IAH
2 stops10h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$234
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/304:30 pmIAH - CLE
1 stop4h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/66:46 amCLE - IAH
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12$236
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1610:39 amHOU - CLE
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Tue 1/134:25 pmCLE - HOU
1 stop6h 21mDelta
Deal found 9/14$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/185:30 amIAH - CLE
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Fri 1/910:10 amCLE - IAH
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Deal found 9/14$237
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1112:35 pmIAH - CLE
1 stop11h 12mFrontier
Sun 10/127:39 pmCLE - IAH
2 stops17h 10mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$238
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3112:15 pmIAH - CLE
1 stop5h 37mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/16:03 amCLE - IAH
Nonstop3h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$239
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/175:45 amIAH - CLE
2 stops12h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/54:52 pmCLE - IAH
2 stops18h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$240

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Cleveland that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Cleveland that are best for you.

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Price

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/19

5:55 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 10m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Mon 1/12

11:25 am-7:40 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$229

HoustonCleveland

IAH - CLE

IAHCLE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 12/30

7:25 am-11:13 am

Nonstop2h 48m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Tue 1/6

6:00 am-8:30 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$229

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/17

6:47 pm-12:45 am

1 stop4h 58m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Wed 1/14

2:35 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$237

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/17

6:47 pm-12:45 am

1 stop4h 58m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Tue 1/13

7:45 am-3:02 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$237

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-1:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Wed 3/4

12:00 pm-4:32 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$237

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Tue 12/16

10:39 am-5:47 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Tue 1/13

4:25 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$237

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/22

10:13 am-5:19 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sat 10/25

4:59 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$237

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Tue 12/16

6:47 pm-12:45 am

1 stop4h 58m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Fri 1/9

2:35 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$237

HoustonCleveland

IAH - CLE

IAHCLE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 12/18

5:10 am-10:49 am

1 stop4h 39m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sat 1/10

10:10 am-3:09 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$237

HoustonCleveland

IAH - CLE

IAHCLE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/17

3:10 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Thu 1/15

7:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$237

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The best insider tips for Houston to Cleveland flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Houston to Cleveland trip
Airports
IAH

Check the IAH website for security checkpoint wait times to manage your time effectively before departure.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
CLE

Use the Red line train from CLE to downtown Cleveland, taking under 30 minutes with departures every 15 minutes.

Read more about CLEby Ramsey Qubein
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Evie Carrick

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Evie Carrick

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on CLE

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Cleveland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cleveland from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Cleveland

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to Cleveland?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Cleveland. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Houston to Cleveland is 76 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Cleveland?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Cleveland (average of $250). Flying from Houston to Cleveland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to CLE?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Cleveland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

When flying from Houston to Cleveland, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 57% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Cleveland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Cleveland. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Cleveland flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cleveland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cleveland. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cleveland. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Houston to Cleveland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Cleveland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cleveland from Houston?

    If you book a flight to Cleveland from Houston, you will be flying to Hopkins Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) is located 10.1 mi from the center of Cleveland. There are 0 flights from Houston to Hopkins Intl per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Cleveland?

    Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Houston to Cleveland in just under 2h 48m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 22m. The distance between Houston and Cleveland is about 1090 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston to Cleveland round-trip?

    Currently priced at $106, Frontier will fly you from Houston to Cleveland and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $148 and $168, respectively. These flights start at 66% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Cleveland one-way?

    $77 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and American Airlines, with prices starting from $84 and $125, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Cleveland that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Houston to Cleveland flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Cleveland?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Houston to Cleveland.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Cleveland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Cleveland by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Cleveland?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Cleveland (average of $250). Flying from Houston to Cleveland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Houston to Cleveland

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Cleveland. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$106Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$148Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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