District of Columbia

$133+ Cheap flights from Houston to District of Columbia

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 7/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — IAD
Aug 2 — Aug 91
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to District of Columbia

Cheapest flights from Houston to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Wed 8/195:20 am
IAH
-
DCA
1 stop5h 08m
Delta
Wed 8/264:00 pm
DCA
-
IAH
1 stop4h 54m
Delta
Deal found 6/28$269
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 9/411:32 am
IAH
-
IAD
1 stop10h 20m
Frontier
Mon 9/78:39 pm
IAD
-
IAH
1 stop11h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$270
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 9/1010:15 pm
IAH
-
DCA
1 stop13h 34m
Frontier
Fri 9/116:00 pm
DCA
-
IAH
1 stop7h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$274
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/226:14 pm
IAH
-
DCA
1 stop21h 45m
Frontier
Tue 7/286:00 pm
DCA
-
IAH
1 stop7h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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.
Mon 7/208:02 pm
IAH
-
IAD
1 stop19h 38m
Frontier
Wed 7/2212:28 pm
IAD
-
IAH
2 stops11h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Fri 7/1710:53 am
IAH
-
IAD
1 stop5h 21m
Frontier
Fri 7/318:33 pm
IAD
-
IAH
1 stop11h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 6/29$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 7/2811:09 am
IAH
-
DCA
Nonstop3h 10m
American Airlines
Tue 8/41:59 pm
DCA
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/28$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 7/128:43 pm
IAH
-
IAD
1 stop10h 37m
Frontier
Sun 8/28:33 pm
IAD
-
IAH
1 stop11h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$278
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3011:58 am
IAH
-
DCA
1 stop10h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/47:00 am
DCA
-
IAH
1 stop18h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/52:05 pm
HOU
-
DCA
Nonstop3h 00m
Southwest
Wed 8/1911:40 am
DCA
-
HOU
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/28$279
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/1411:55 am
IAH
-
DCA
1 stop10h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/217:00 am
DCA
-
IAH
1 stop28h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/28$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 8/1110:59 am
IAH
-
DCA
1 stop8h 00m
American Airlines
Tue 8/258:20 am
DCA
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/28$283

Find flight deals from Houston to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Houston to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2026.

Round-trip from

$269
(Delta)

One-way from

$133
(Super.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$342
From Houston to District of Columbia
One-way flight from Houston to District of Columbia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($88 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to District of Columbia that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/21

11:53 am-10:59 pm

1 stop10h 06m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/24

11:00 am-4:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$296

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/16

11:25 am-6:25 pm

2 stops6h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/19

12:45 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$298

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Tue 7/28

1:55 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/4

5:40 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$302

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/17

2:25 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/19

6:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$303

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - IAD

HOUIAD

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/15

6:00 am-1:43 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/17

6:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop4h 50m

$303

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/15

8:25 am-3:15 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/17

3:35 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$303

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - IAD

HOUIAD

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/16

5:35 pm-12:40 am

1 stop6h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/21

6:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop5h 01m

$303

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - IAD

HOUIAD

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/1

5:35 pm-12:41 am

1 stop6h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/3

5:47 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$303

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - IAD

IAHIAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/17

4:45 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/20

10:29 pm-12:45 am

Nonstop3h 16m

$317

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Tue 7/21

10:40 am-5:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/28

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop4h 45m

$327

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to District of Columbia

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to District of Columbia?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to District of Columbia (average of $38). Flying from Houston to District of Columbia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $789). 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 DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston to District of Columbia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston to District of Columbia?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to District of Columbia?

The best time to book flights from Houston to District of Columbia is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to District of Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to District of Columbia. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to District of Columbia flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated July 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Houston to District of Columbia have to say. 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.

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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.

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

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

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  • How long is the flight from Houston to District of Columbia?

    JetBlue, Southwest, and Delta can get you from Houston to District of Columbia in just under 6h. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 06m. There are 1216 mi between Houston and District of Columbia. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to District of Columbia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $32. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to District of Columbia for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Houston to District of Columbia?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Houston to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to District of Columbia (average of $38). Flying from Houston to District of Columbia in May is currently the most expensive (average of $789). 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 4 airlines flying from Houston to District of Columbia

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Houston to District of Columbia. 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 July 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$77Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$191Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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