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$47+ Cheap flights from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)

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HOU — DFW
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth are usually found in August or October, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$97
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$47
(FlightHub)

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Average price

$179
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 10/66:34 pmIAH - DFW
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/84:35 pmDFW - IAH
Nonstop1h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$97
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/1910:14 amHOU - DFW
Nonstop1h 19mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/217:06 amDFW - HOU
Nonstop1h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$97
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/84:25 pmIAH - DFW
1 stop7h 59mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/1510:05 amDFW - IAH
1 stop7h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$113
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 10/1012:00 pmIAH - DFW
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/1312:04 pmDFW - IAH
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$214
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1310:04 pmIAH - DFW
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Mon 6/1610:26 pmDFW - IAH
1 stop11h 42mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$238
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/1410:04 pmIAH - DFW
1 stop11h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/218:18 pmDFW - IAH
1 stop12h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$253
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/206:00 amHOU - DFW
2 stops16h 31mDelta
Tue 9/3011:20 amDFW - HOU
1 stop10h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/12$512

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport that are best for you.

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Houston

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Dallas/Fort Worth

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Depart

Return

Price

HoustonDallas

IAH - DFW

IAHDFW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 10/6

6:34 pm-8:03 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 10/8

4:35 pm-5:41 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

$97

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/19

10:14 am-11:33 am

Nonstop1h 19m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 8/21

7:06 am-8:21 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$97

HoustonDallas

IAH - DFW

IAHDFW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/8

4:25 pm-12:24 am

1 stop7h 59m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 7/15

10:05 am-5:38 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$113

HoustonDallas

IAH - DFW

IAHDFW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 10/10

12:00 pm-1:21 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 10/13

12:04 pm-1:18 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$214

HoustonDallas

IAH - DFW

IAHDFW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 6/24

7:00 am-11:54 pm

1 stop16h 54m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 6/25

7:15 am-11:43 pm

1 stop16h 28m

$228

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Sat 6/21

6:40 pm-8:41 am

1 stop14h 01m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 6/25

7:00 am-3:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$994

HoustonDallas

IAH - DFW

IAHDFW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 7/16

10:03 am-10:39 pm

1 stop12h 36m

$47

HoustonDallas

IAH - DFW

IAHDFW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 8/6

2:45 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$49

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/6

2:30 pm-3:49 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$49

HoustonDallas

IAH - DFW

IAHDFW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 10/18

8:29 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$75

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The best insider tips for Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus guarantees an empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Frontier's Economy Bundle includes carry-on, seat selection, and no change fees.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches extra legroom, ideal for short flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print boarding pass to avoid fees.

Read more about Spirit Airlinesby Daniel Scheffler
Airports
IAH

Check security wait times on the IAH website before departure to save time at the airport.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
DFW

Use the DART Orange Line for a convenient ride from downtown Dallas to DFW, with a station at Terminal A.

Read more about DFWby Chris Dong
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on DFW

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $216). Flying from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 DFW?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from HO1 to DFW are scheduled on a Wednesday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in Dallas/Fort Worth by month

Plan your trip to Dallas/Fort Worth by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dallas/Fort Worth Airport ranges from 1.9 - 4.9 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Dallas/Fort Worth Airport when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

Temperature in Dallas/Fort Worth by month

Plan your trip to Dallas/Fort Worth by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas/Fort Worth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 Dallas/Fort Worth. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Dallas, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
345 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $97, American Airlines will fly you from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $113 and $214, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $47. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are Alaska Airlines (72%), Japan Airlines (69%) and SkyWest Airlines (68%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is $113. On average you can expect to pay $2,816. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Dallas/Fort Worth), can usually be booked for $97.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $216). Flying from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 Dallas/Fort Worth

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$37Average$79FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$38Average$80FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$105Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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