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$68+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to George Bush Intcntl (IAH)

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DTW — IAH
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Houston George Bush Intcntl are usually found in October or February, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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$129
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$68
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$219

Good round-trip deal

$158 or less

Good one-way deal

$98 or less
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Sat 8/28:40 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 05mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/48:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$129
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Thu 7/179:36 amDTW - IAH
1 stop7h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/192:18 pmIAH - DTW
1 stop6h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$131
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Fri 8/228:02 pmDTW - IAH
1 stop21h 37mFrontier
Sun 8/246:05 amIAH - DTW
1 stop26h 34mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$165

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport that are best for you.

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DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/2

8:40 am-10:45 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/4

8:30 pm-12:19 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$129

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/17

9:36 am-3:45 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 7/19

2:18 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$131

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/22

8:02 pm-4:39 pm

1 stop21h 37m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/24

6:05 am-9:39 am

1 stop26h 34m

$165

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/11

4:53 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$68

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/19

12:53 pm-5:51 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$72

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/25

6:30 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$91

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches extra legroom, ideal for comfort on medium-haul flights.


Use Spirit's self-service bag drop for a quicker airport experience. Print your boarding pass beforehand.

Read more about Spirit Airlinesby Daniel Scheffler
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for added comfort on medium-haul flights.


Prepay for checked bags 24 hours before to save on fees with United.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
DTW

Security lines at DTW are short, with waits rarely exceeding 10 minutes at McNamara Terminal.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
IAH

For a quick exit from IAH, Uber or Lyft pickups are available at Terminals A, B, and C.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 38 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (average of $241). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 DTW to IAH?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 1, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl. Price data was last updated on June 22, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 1, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to IAH are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing George Bush Intcntl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to George Bush Intcntl. 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 George Bush Intcntl. Reviews last updated July 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and Frontier from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PIT - DFW

Due to gate changes,we nearly missed our flight. The gate agent reassigned our seats and would NOT give us our assigned seats,but she did honor that same request to the man who arrived after us. Her rudeness and difficulty was not appropriate.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PIT - DFW

Due to gate changes,we nearly missed our flight. The gate agent reassigned our seats and would NOT give us our assigned seats,but she did honor that same request to the man who arrived after us. Her rudeness and difficulty was not appropriate.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,100 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PIT - DFW

Due to gate changes,we nearly missed our flight. The gate agent reassigned our seats and would NOT give us our assigned seats,but she did honor that same request to the man who arrived after us. Her rudeness and difficulty was not appropriate.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,289 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PIT - DFW

Due to gate changes,we nearly missed our flight. The gate agent reassigned our seats and would NOT give us our assigned seats,but she did honor that same request to the man who arrived after us. Her rudeness and difficulty was not appropriate.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    If you book a flight to Houston George Bush Intcntl from Detroit, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is located 17.3 mi from the center of Detroit. There are 19 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Houston George Bush Intcntl per day from 5 different airlines.

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    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $129 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Frontier, starting at $146. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport one-way?

    $68 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and American Airlines, with prices starting from $72 and $91, respectively.

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    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport on time: Virgin Australia (80%), United Airlines (79%), Air France (78%).

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (average of $241). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$106Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$159Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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