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$81+ 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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — CLE
Jan 20 — Jan 271
Tue 1/20
Tue 1/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Cleveland Hopkins Intl are usually found in October or November, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/276:00 amIAH - CLE
1 stop9h 30mFrontier
Sat 1/311:26 amCLE - IAH
1 stop12h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$233
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/276:00 amIAH - CLE
1 stop9h 30mFrontier
Thu 1/87:10 amCLE - IAH
1 stop10h 50mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$242
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:34 pmIAH - CLE
1 stop9h 09mFrontier
Mon 1/511:26 amCLE - IAH
1 stop12h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Wed 12/319:34 pmIAH - CLE
2 stops24h 39mFrontier
Wed 1/73:42 pmCLE - IAH
1 stop25h 37mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/299:34 pmIAH - CLE
1 stop9h 09mFrontier
Sat 1/107:35 amCLE - IAH
1 stop15h 56mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$248
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:34 pmIAH - CLE
1 stop9h 09mFrontier
Thu 1/87:10 amCLE - IAH
1 stop10h 50mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/299:34 pmIAH - CLE
1 stop9h 09mFrontier
Wed 1/73:42 pmCLE - IAH
1 stop25h 37mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/299:34 pmIAH - CLE
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/96:45 amCLE - IAH
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$269
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/299:34 pmIAH - CLE
1 stop9h 09mFrontier
Tue 1/67:10 amCLE - IAH
1 stop16h 21mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$270
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:34 pmIAH - CLE
1 stop9h 09mFrontier
Fri 1/29:00 amCLE - IAH
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$276
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/276:00 amIAH - CLE
1 stop9h 30mFrontier
Fri 1/912:06 pmCLE - IAH
1 stop5h 54mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/299:34 pmIAH - CLE
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/62:23 pmCLE - IAH
1 stop8h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$281

Find 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 December 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$229
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$81
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$372
From Houston to Cleveland Hopkins Intl
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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 December 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Cleveland that are best for you.

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HoustonCleveland

IAH - CLE

IAHCLE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/13

6:08 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-8:30 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$229

HoustonCleveland

IAH - CLE

IAHCLE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/18

7:20 am-2:11 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 1/25

6:00 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$239

HoustonCleveland

IAH - CLE

IAHCLE

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/15

8:23 am-4:51 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 1/18

2:45 pm-5:17 pm

Nonstop3h 32m

$239

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-12:18 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 1/11

5:46 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$249

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/15

5:45 am-12:49 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 1/18

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 21m

$249

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Fri 2/13

12:17 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 2/15

7:04 am-11:47 am

1 stop5h 43m

$249

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/4

10:50 am-4:24 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 3/8

7:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$249

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/15

6:00 am-12:18 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 1/18

5:46 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$249

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/8

5:45 am-12:49 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 1/11

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 21m

$249

HoustonCleveland

HOU - CLE

HOUCLE

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/18

5:45 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 03m

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop5h 21m

$249

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Cleveland

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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 December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Houston to Cleveland is 85 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Cleveland (average of $45). Flying from Houston to Cleveland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $135). 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 December 21, 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 53% versus a flight at noon.

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.

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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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 December 21, 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,099 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,082 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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?

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta can get you from Houston to Cleveland in just under 2h 51m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 13m. 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 $117, 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 American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $198 and $212, respectively. These flights start at 64% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $70 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and American Airlines, with prices starting from $77 and $79, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Cleveland (average of $45). Flying from Houston to Cleveland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $135). 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 December 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$117Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$212Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$229Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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