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$73+ 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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — IAD
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 14, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 10/3112:55 pmIAH - IAD
2 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/48:40 amIAD - IAH
1 stop24h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$136
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 10/256:05 amIAH - IAD
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Tue 11/48:40 amIAD - IAH
1 stop10h 51mFrontier
Deal found 10/12$137
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/118:00 amIAH - IAD
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Sun 11/1610:54 pmIAD - IAH
1 stop17h 42mFrontier
Deal found 10/12$139
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:45 amIAH - DCA
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Tue 12/167:00 amDCA - IAH
1 stop17h 47mFrontier
Deal found 10/13$140
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 11/65:56 pmIAH - IAD
1 stop5h 15mFrontier
Sun 11/910:54 pmIAD - IAH
1 stop17h 42mFrontier
Deal found 10/12$141
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 10/2512:35 pmIAH - IAD
1 stop9h 54mFrontier
Wed 10/298:47 amIAD - IAH
1 stop10h 44mFrontier
Deal found 10/14$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 10/225:45 amIAH - IAD
1 stop13h 01mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/298:47 amIAD - IAH
1 stop10h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$145
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/11:02 pmIAH - IAD
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Sun 11/24:04 pmIAD - IAH
1 stop19h 03mFrontier
Deal found 10/14$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/17:00 amIAH - DCA
1 stop8h 59mFrontier
Sat 11/82:00 pmDCA - IAH
1 stop10h 29mFrontier
Deal found 10/14$147
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Fri 10/3112:49 pmIAH - IAD
1 stop6h 02mFrontier
Sun 11/210:54 pmIAD - IAH
1 stop17h 42mFrontier
Deal found 10/12$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 12/55:00 amIAH - IAD
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/108:00 amIAD - IAH
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/78:47 pmIAH - IAD
1 stop26h 08mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/108:36 pmIAD - IAH
1 stop13h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$152

Cheap 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 October 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$136
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$73
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$203
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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 October 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to District of Columbia that are best for you.

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Houston

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District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/31

7:00 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-11:11 am

1 stop6h 11m

$291

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop4h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/6

1:45 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$317

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-12:57 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/5

1:45 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$317

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Wed 12/31

6:00 am-12:57 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/5

1:45 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$317

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - IAD

HOUIAD

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-12:13 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/5

12:35 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$317

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - IAD

IAHIAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/17

5:25 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/19

10:05 am-3:04 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$329

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/1

7:30 am-11:29 am

Nonstop2h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/4

7:59 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop3h 42m

$344

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Thu 11/13

12:20 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/17

6:00 am-8:40 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$347

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - IAD

IAHIAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 11/10

7:50 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/17

5:45 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

$347

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 12/25

5:20 am-11:37 am

1 stop5h 17m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/2

12:32 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$349

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to District of Columbia from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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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 $50). 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 October 14, 2025.

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 morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 28% 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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to District of Columbia flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 October 14, 2025.
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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,976 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,042 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,096 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,135 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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?

    Delta, United Airlines, and Southwest can get you from Houston to District of Columbia in just under 2h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 10m. 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 JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $134. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Southwest, 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?

    When deciding which route to take from Houston to District of Columbia consider Houston Hobby - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Houston Hobby - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Houston George Bush Intcntl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl as they are the most popular.

  • 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 $50). 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$54Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$110Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$144Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$150Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$189Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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