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$99+ 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 6/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — DFW
Jun 25 — Jul 21
Thu 6/25
Thu 7/2
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 May 26, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 7/308:20 am
IAH
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DFW
1 stop12h 46m
Frontier
Tue 8/44:30 pm
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop8h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21$249
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 7/311:12 am
IAH
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DFW
1 stop11h 38m
Frontier
Wed 7/83:25 pm
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop7h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 6/305:01 am
IAH
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DFW
Nonstop1h 16m
American Airlines
Wed 7/85:43 pm
DFW
-
IAH
Nonstop1h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/21$253
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/206:10 am
IAH
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DFW
1 stop6h 19m
Frontier
Tue 6/306:18 pm
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop6h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 5/25$257
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 9/101:35 pm
IAH
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DFW
1 stop6h 15m
Frontier
Sat 9/191:35 pm
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop7h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 5/24$258
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 8/88:43 pm
IAH
-
DFW
1 stop9h 05m
Frontier
Sun 8/99:25 am
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop9h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 5/22$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Sun 6/218:02 pm
IAH
-
DFW
1 stop16h 27m
Frontier
Thu 6/254:16 pm
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop6h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21$260
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/159:37 pm
IAH
-
DFW
Nonstop1h 22m
United Airlines
Thu 6/187:34 pm
DFW
-
IAH
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/24$262
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 6/206:10 am
IAH
-
DFW
1 stop6h 19m
Frontier
Sat 6/271:02 pm
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop7h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 5/23$263
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 8/89:37 am
HOU
-
DFW
Nonstop1h 27m
American Airlines
Sun 8/94:18 pm
DFW
-
HOU
Nonstop1h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/22$263
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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.
Mon 9/79:10 pm
IAH
-
DFW
1 stop8h 38m
Frontier
Mon 9/146:48 pm
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop5h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 5/24$264
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 6/125:45 am
IAH
-
DFW
1 stop6h 44m
Frontier
Fri 6/124:16 pm
DFW
-
IAH
1 stop6h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21$265

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 May 26, 2026.

Round-trip from

$250
(Frontier)

One-way from

$99
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$380
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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 May 26, 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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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/10

6:00 am-2:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 9/19

2:01 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$265

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Fri 6/26

6:03 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 27m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 7/1

7:39 am-8:57 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$281

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/17

12:50 pm-2:14 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 6/20

7:39 am-8:57 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$281
Quickest round-trip

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Tue 6/23

12:50 pm-2:14 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 6/28

10:44 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$281

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Wed 7/1

6:03 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 27m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 7/4

10:51 am-12:16 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$282

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Fri 10/23

1:08 pm-2:32 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 10/26

7:39 am-8:59 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$294

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/9

10:18 am-11:43 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 7/10

8:25 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$309

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/16

6:03 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 7/20

6:34 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$309

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Fri 7/10

12:46 pm-2:09 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 7/12

8:25 am-9:48 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$309

HoustonDallas

HOU - DFW

HOUDFW

Houston Hobby

Fri 7/17

6:49 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 7/20

2:21 pm-3:44 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$309

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $76). Flying from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $140). 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 May 26, 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 49% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 May 26, 2026.

The most flights from HO1 to DFW are scheduled on a Friday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 123 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?

Friday 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 13% of flights being delayed.

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

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 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 May 23, 2026.

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

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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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

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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Expert on DFW

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 May 26, 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
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
9,751 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,632 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
6.2
Okay
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
5.6
Fair
2,932 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,265 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 27m. Airlines will cover a distance of 247 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 75% 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 Southwest and United 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 (92%), Qatar Airways (81%) and Envoy Air (81%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is $139. On average you can expect to pay $846. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Dallas/Fort Worth), can usually be booked for $219.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $76). Flying from Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $140). 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 May 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$76Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$97Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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