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$184+ Cheap flights from Houston to Dayton (DAY)

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HOU — DAY
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Dayton

Cheapest flights from Houston to Dayton
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Dayton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/265:05 pmIAH - DAY
1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/307:50 pmDAY - IAH
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/195:00 amIAH - DAY
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/152:04 pmDAY - IAH
1 stop6h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/236:00 amIAH - DAY
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/16:00 amDAY - IAH
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/195:40 amHOU - DAY
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/237:07 amDAY - HOU
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/195:00 amIAH - DAY
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/236:59 amDAY - IAH
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$385
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/124:28 pmIAH - DAY
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Sat 12/134:16 pmDAY - IAH
1 stop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 12/10$395
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/125:00 amIAH - DAY
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/187:50 pmDAY - IAH
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Thu 12/186:30 amIAH - DAY
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/246:28 amDAY - IAH
1 stop8h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$417
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/155:00 amIAH - DAY
1 stop5h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/82:52 pmDAY - IAH
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Fri 12/126:16 amIAH - DAY
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/1312:51 pmDAY - IAH
2 stops8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$420
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/1212:16 pmHOU - DAY
1 stop5h 11mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/185:40 pmDAY - HOU
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/126:16 amIAH - DAY
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/188:59 amDAY - IAH
2 stops7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$434

Find flight deals from Houston to Dayton

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Dayton (DAY). 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 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$222
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$458
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Dayton 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 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Dayton that are best for you.

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HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/18

5:30 am-10:50 am

1 stop4h 20m

Dayton

Sun 1/25

6:47 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$259

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/18

6:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Dayton

Sun 1/25

6:14 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$259

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/8

2:20 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Dayton

Thu 1/15

9:50 am-3:35 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$259

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/18

5:30 am-10:50 am

1 stop4h 20m

Dayton

Sat 1/24

4:00 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$259

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/18

6:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Dayton

Sat 1/24

4:21 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops8h 37m

$264

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/15

3:40 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Dayton

Sat 4/18

2:53 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$267

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/23

5:00 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Dayton

Thu 1/29

5:47 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$279

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/23

6:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Dayton

Thu 1/29

4:21 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$289

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 1/16

4:25 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Dayton

Mon 1/19

6:47 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$289

HoustonDayton

HOU - DAY

HOUDAY

Houston Hobby

Fri 12/19

5:40 am-11:35 am

1 stop4h 55m

Dayton

Tue 12/23

7:07 am-11:39 am

1 stop5h 32m

$385

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Dayton

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Dayton

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Dayton (average of $83). Flying from Houston to Dayton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $209). 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 DAY?

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

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 42% on flights from Houston to Dayton by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. 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 Dayton. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Houston to Dayton by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Dayton. 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 Dayton from Houston?

    Most people fly into Dayton (DAY) if they book a flight to Dayton from Houston. On average, Dayton has 0 inbound flights from Houston per day from 3 airlines. Dayton is conveniently located just 10.0 mi from Dayton’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Dayton?

    Departing from Houston to Dayton will take you 4h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 928 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston to Dayton is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $258 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $258 and $258 round-trip. United Airlines is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Dayton 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 Dayton?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Dayton (average of $83). Flying from Houston to Dayton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $209). 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 3 airlines flying from Houston to Dayton

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Dayton. 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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