District of Columbia

$75+ 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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — IAD
Feb 24 — Mar 31
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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 January 25, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Wed 2/258:45 am
IAH
-
DCA
1 stop9h 14m
Frontier
Tue 3/38:00 am
DCA
-
IAH
1 stop12h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$128
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Wed 2/257:59 pm
IAH
-
IAD
1 stop12h 26m
Frontier
Sat 2/2810:29 am
IAD
-
IAH
1 stop7h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/78:18 pm
IAH
-
IAD
1 stop11h 15m
Frontier
Mon 2/91:31 pm
IAD
-
IAH
1 stop29h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/78:18 pm
IAH
-
IAD
1 stop11h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/92:58 pm
IAD
-
IAH
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$136
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:15 am
IAH
-
IAD
1 stop9h 28m
Frontier
Sat 2/2810:29 am
IAD
-
IAH
1 stop7h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 1/23$137
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/266:39 am
IAH
-
DCA
1 stop9h 20m
Frontier
Sat 2/288:00 am
DCA
-
IAH
1 stop8h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 1/24$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/198:18 pm
IAH
-
IAD
1 stop10h 02m
Frontier
Mon 2/2311:41 am
IAD
-
IAH
1 stop6h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 1/23$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/185:58 pm
IAH
-
IAD
1 stop5h 23m
Frontier
Tue 3/247:00 am
IAD
-
IAH
1 stop10h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 1/23$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/206:07 pm
IAH
-
IAD
1 stop14h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/238:54 am
IAD
-
IAH
1 stop27h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$143
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/276:15 am
IAH
-
IAD
1 stop9h 09m
Frontier
Mon 3/211:41 am
IAD
-
IAH
1 stop12h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 1/23$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/298:18 pm
IAH
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IAD
1 stop11h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/21:31 pm
IAD
-
IAH
1 stop22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/298:18 pm
IAH
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IAD
1 stop11h 22m
Frontier
Sun 2/19:18 am
IAD
-
IAH
1 stop9h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 1/22$146

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 January 25, 2026.

Round-trip from

$128
(Frontier)

One-way from

$75
(Trip.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$216
From Houston to District of Columbia
One-way flight from Houston to District of Columbia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to District of Columbia 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 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Houston

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/28

6:45 am-4:59 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/4

8:00 am-7:14 pm

1 stop12h 14m

$175

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/21

7:35 am-11:36 am

Nonstop3h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/21

3:59 pm-6:42 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

$283

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - IAD

IAHIAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/21

7:25 am-11:26 am

Nonstop3h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/21

5:35 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$283

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/25

6:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/31

9:00 am-4:32 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$287

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/21

8:50 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 2/23

7:35 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$293

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-1:19 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/28

1:44 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$303

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - IAD

IAHIAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/28

5:30 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/28

5:13 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$303

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/21

5:15 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/21

1:25 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$308

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Sat 3/7

10:15 am-3:45 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/14

6:00 am-8:40 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$315

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Sat 4/25

8:20 am-2:00 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/27

6:40 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$326

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to District of Columbia

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to District of Columbia (average of $56). Flying from Houston to District of Columbia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $124). 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 January 25, 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 at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

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 Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

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 January 25, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American 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.

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia?

    Frontier, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Houston to District of Columbia in just under 3h 01m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 13m. There are 1206 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 $42. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to District of Columbia?

    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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to District of Columbia (average of $56). Flying from Houston to District of Columbia in July is currently the most expensive (average of $124). 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 6 airlines flying from Houston to District of Columbia

Discover the top 6 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 January 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$63Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$72Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$144Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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