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$264+ Cheap flights from Houston to Dayton (DAY)

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HOU — DAY
Feb 26 — Mar 51
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Thu 3/5
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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 January 27, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 2/285:25 am
HOU
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DAY
1 stop4h 30m
Delta
Sat 3/74:00 pm
DAY
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HOU
1 stop7h 28m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/286:01 am
IAH
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DAY
1 stop5h 10m
American Airlines
Sat 3/75:35 pm
DAY
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IAH
1 stop7h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 3/146:00 am
HOU
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DAY
1 stop6h 05m
Delta
Mon 3/166:34 pm
DAY
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HOU
1 stop5h 08m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$273
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 3/145:23 am
IAH
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DAY
1 stop6h 42m
Delta
Mon 3/166:34 pm
DAY
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IAH
1 stop6h 25m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$273
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/145:00 am
IAH
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DAY
1 stop5h 39m
American Airlines
Mon 3/165:35 pm
DAY
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IAH
1 stop7h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/207:25 am
IAH
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DAY
1 stop5h 57m
United Airlines
Sat 3/286:00 pm
DAY
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IAH
1 stop7h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 3/206:02 am
IAH
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DAY
1 stop5h 09m
American Airlines
Sat 3/285:35 pm
DAY
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IAH
1 stop7h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$330
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 6/256:00 am
HOU
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DAY
1 stop6h 59m
Delta
Thu 7/211:05 am
DAY
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HOU
1 stop6h 21m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:15 am
IAH
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DAY
1 stop7h 39m
United Airlines
Mon 5/115:58 pm
DAY
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IAH
1 stop7h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 4/148:31 pm
IAH
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DAY
2 stops35h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1910:19 am
DAY
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IAH
1 stop23h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$360
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/76:01 am
IAH
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DAY
1 stop5h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 3/95:35 pm
DAY
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IAH
1 stop7h 18m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$371
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/1011:09 am
HOU
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DAY
1 stop5h 49m
Delta
Sat 2/144:00 pm
DAY
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HOU
1 stop7h 28m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$374

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 January 27, 2026.

Round-trip from

$267
(Delta)

One-way from

$264
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$369
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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 January 27, 2026.
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HOU - DAY

HOUDAY

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/28

5:25 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 30m

Dayton

Sat 3/7

4:00 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$267

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/28

6:01 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Dayton

Sat 3/7

5:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$268

HoustonDayton

HOU - DAY

HOUDAY

Houston Hobby

Sat 3/14

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Dayton

Mon 3/16

6:34 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$273

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/14

5:23 am-1:05 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Dayton

Mon 3/16

6:34 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$273

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/14

5:00 am-11:39 am

1 stop5h 39m

Dayton

Mon 3/16

5:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$289

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/20

7:25 am-2:22 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Dayton

Sat 3/28

6:00 pm-12:09 am

1 stop7h 09m

$322

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/7

6:01 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Dayton

Mon 3/9

5:35 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$371

HoustonDayton

HOU - DAY

HOUDAY

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/10

11:09 am-5:58 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Dayton

Sat 2/14

4:00 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$374

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/10

7:20 am-1:23 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Dayton

Sat 2/14

2:10 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$379

HoustonDayton

IAH - DAY

IAHDAY

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/11

7:20 am-2:17 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Dayton

Sun 2/15

9:45 am-3:31 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$379

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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 $85). Flying from Houston to Dayton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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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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 January 27, 2026.
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
8,118 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
8,118 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
9,205 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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
11,197 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 944 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 American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $258 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $258 and $258 round-trip. American Airlines is currently priced 27% 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 $85). Flying from Houston to Dayton in December is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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