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$63+ Cheap flights from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)

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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — DFW
May 9 — May 161
Sat 5/9
Sat 5/16
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 9, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2312:35 pm
IAH
-
DFW
2 stops20h 41m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 4/262:28 pm
DFW
-
IAH
2 stops20h 43m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/8$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 4/85:15 am
IAH
-
DFW
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/107:35 pm
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$242
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:46 pm
IAH
-
DFW
2 stops16h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 5/35:24 pm
DFW
-
IAH
2 stops26h 14m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/8$243
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1812:35 pm
IAH
-
DFW
2 stops10h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 4/197:59 pm
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop12h 24m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/8$244
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2512:35 pm
IAH
-
DFW
2 stops10h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 5/35:24 pm
DFW
-
IAH
2 stops26h 14m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/7$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Tue 4/1411:19 am
IAH
-
DFW
2 stops11h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/165:50 am
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop9h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/8$246
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/5. 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 5/187:20 am
IAH
-
DFW
Nonstop1h 30m
American Airlines
Tue 5/194:05 pm
DFW
-
IAH
Nonstop1h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/5$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Sat 5/236:39 pm
HOU
-
DFW
Nonstop1h 27m
American Airlines
Wed 5/274:45 pm
DFW
-
HOU
Nonstop1h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/6$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Tue 4/78:24 am
IAH
-
DFW
1 stop14h 41m
Frontier
Thu 4/95:55 am
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop7h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6$248
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/201:58 pm
IAH
-
DFW
2 stops21h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/3012:47 pm
DFW
-
IAH
2 stops19h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/7$249
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/6. 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.
Thu 4/910:56 pm
IAH
-
DFW
1 stop10h 17m
Frontier
Fri 4/1010:44 pm
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop12h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 4/6$250
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/7. 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 4/1010:28 pm
IAH
-
DFW
1 stop12h 41m
Frontier
Mon 4/136:00 am
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop12h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 4/7$251

Find 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 April 9, 2026.

Round-trip from

$241
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$63
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$342
From Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 April 9, 2026.
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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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/23

6:03 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 27m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 5/27

6:34 pm-7:51 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$247

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/11

8:21 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 5/13

10:50 am-12:12 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$247

HoustonDallas

IAH - DFW

IAHDFW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/7

2:45 pm-4:09 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 5/14

12:00 pm-1:18 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$257

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/9

8:21 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 6/6

10:44 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$257

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/21

8:23 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/23

10:55 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$257

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/7

9:57 am-11:24 am

Nonstop1h 27m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 5/14

8:00 am-9:26 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$257

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/23

6:39 pm-8:06 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/30

4:45 pm-6:09 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$260

HoustonDallas

IAH - DFW

IAHDFW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/10

10:08 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 5/12

2:20 pm-3:38 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$273

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Mon 5/11

8:21 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 5/15

6:30 pm-7:49 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$283

HoustonDallas

IAH - DFW

IAHDFW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 5/5

10:08 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 5/6

3:30 pm-4:57 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$291

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dallas/Fort Worth from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 April 3, 2026.

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 68 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $77). Flying from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $230). 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 April 9, 2026.

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 42% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 April 4, 2026.

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. Tuesday evenings 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 April 9, 2026.

The most flights from HO1 to DFW are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

How often are flights from Houston to Dallas delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Houston and Dallas have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 121 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Houston to Dallas flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Houston to Dallas flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.

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
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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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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 April 9, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,555 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,563 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,606 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,995 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,337 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Scott,Feb 2026

HOU - FLL

Delayed by 45 minutes leaving Houston, making a 3.5 hour layover that much longer.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Departing from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport will take you 1h 24m. Airlines will cover a distance of 224 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $76, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $97 and $97, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 73% 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 American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $48. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Spirit 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 SkyWest Airlines (100%), Iberia (86%) and Envoy Air (85%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is $173. On average you can expect to pay $914. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Dallas/Fort Worth), can usually be booked for $136.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $77). Flying from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $230). 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 April 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$76Average$160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$97Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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