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$71+ Cheap flights from Charlotte (CLT) to Houston

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CLT — HOU
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/309:24 pmCLT - IAH
1 stop11h 30mFrontier
Mon 1/56:09 pmIAH - CLT
Nonstop2h 34mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/309:24 pmCLT - IAH
1 stop11h 30mFrontier
Tue 1/68:13 pmIAH - CLT
1 stop18h 24mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/309:24 pmCLT - IAH
1 stop11h 30mFrontier
Wed 12/317:55 pmIAH - CLT
1 stop11h 37mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Wed 12/312:57 pmCLT - IAH
1 stop19h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/59:34 pmIAH - CLT
1 stop18h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/247:44 pmCLT - IAH
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/256:05 pmIAH - CLT
Nonstop2h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/2412:15 pmCLT - IAH
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Thu 12/256:00 amIAH - CLT
1 stop3h 53mDelta
Deal found 12/17$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/315:10 pmCLT - HOU
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Sun 1/49:25 pmHOU - CLT
1 stop11h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$284
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 12/2510:50 amCLT - HOU
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Wed 1/77:25 amHOU - CLT
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/315:10 pmCLT - HOU
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Fri 1/26:55 amHOU - CLT
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$324
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Tue 12/236:35 amCLT - HOU
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Wed 1/147:25 amHOU - CLT
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$344
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/228:25 pmCLT - HOU
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Mon 12/295:50 pmHOU - CLT
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/155:27 amCLT - HOU
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Tue 1/205:45 amHOU - CLT
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Deal found 12/14$354

Find flight deals from Charlotte to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) to Houston (HO1). 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 December 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$106
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$71
(Travelocity)

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December

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January

Average price

$285
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte to Houston 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 December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to Houston that are best for you.

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CharlotteHouston

CLT - IAH

CLTIAH

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 1/29

9:58 pm-9:00 am

1 stop12h 02m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/1

4:52 pm-8:24 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$126

CharlotteHouston

CLT - IAH

CLTIAH

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 1/16

1:50 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/20

4:35 pm-12:40 am

1 stop7h 05m

$142

CharlotteHouston

CLT - IAH

CLTIAH

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 2/9

6:01 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 2/16

9:38 pm-10:17 am

1 stop11h 39m

$177

CharlotteHouston

CLT - IAH

CLTIAH

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 1/17

6:45 am-8:50 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/17

6:22 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$179

CharlotteHouston

CLT - IAH

CLTIAH

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 12/30

9:24 pm-7:54 am

1 stop11h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/5

6:09 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$186

CharlotteHouston

CLT - IAH

CLTIAH

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 2/7

6:45 am-8:50 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 2/15

7:20 am-10:47 am

Nonstop2h 27m

$189

CharlotteHouston

CLT - IAH

CLTIAH

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 1/13

6:45 am-8:50 am

Nonstop3h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/20

6:22 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

$189

CharlotteHouston

CLT - HOU

CLTHOU

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 1/17

6:59 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/20

11:09 am-7:09 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$199

CharlotteHouston

CLT - HOU

CLTHOU

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 1/17

1:05 pm-7:20 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/18

7:25 am-12:40 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$204

CharlotteHouston

CLT - HOU

CLTHOU

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 1/15

6:25 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 56m

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/20

11:09 am-7:09 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Charlotte to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Charlotte to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charlotte to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Charlotte to Houston, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charlotte to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Houston (average of $44). Flying from Charlotte to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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 CLT to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Charlotte to Houston in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Charlotte to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charlotte to Houston flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings 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 Charlotte to Houston?

The best insider tips for Charlotte to Houston flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Charlotte to Houston trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus guarantees an empty middle seat, offering more space for a fee.


Frontier charges for carry-on bags; add them during booking for a lower fee.

Read more about FrontierBy Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

Basic Economy on United prohibits carry-ons unless you're a MileagePlus member or have a qualifying card.


United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats at the front of the economy cabin for added comfort.

Read more about United AirlinesBy Harriet Baskas
Airports
CLT

Arrive early at CLT as security wait times can peak from 5 pm to 6 pm. Check the airport app for current wait times.

Read more about CLTBy Taryn White
IAH

For a quick ride from IAH to downtown Houston, Uber or Lyft takes about 25 minutes. Pickups are available at Terminals A, B, and C.

Read more about IAHBy Evie Carrick
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

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

Evie Carrick

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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Taryn White

Taryn White

Expert on CLT

Taryn White

Taryn White

Taryn White is a freelance travel writer, digital creator, and travel advisor who has visited nearly 100 countries and all 50 states. She’s familiar with many airports and enjoys beach hopping, boutique hotels, spa experiences, and exploring local culture. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, National Geographic, Smithsonian Magazine, AFAR, and more.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated December 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Charlotte to Houston, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,186 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,082 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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 Charlotte to Houston. 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 from for flights from Charlotte to Houston?

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT), located 5.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Charlotte to Houston. 6 airlines have flights from Douglas to Houston on a regular basis. Booking flights from Charlotte Douglas to Houston should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Houston per day.

  • How long is the flight from Charlotte to Houston?

    Airlines like Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Charlotte to Houston in about 3h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 57m. Airlines will cover a distance of 911 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Charlotte to Houston round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Charlotte to Houston round-trip from $55. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $96, and Delta, from $124. You may be able to fly from Charlotte to Houston for 77% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Charlotte to Houston one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $46. Users have also found prices from $68 and $79 on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charlotte to Houston?

    The cheapest flight price from Charlotte to Houston is $266. On average you can expect to pay $353. The most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - Houston Hobby), can usually be booked for $101.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Charlotte to Houston that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Charlotte to Houston?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Charlotte to Houston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charlotte to Houston 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 Charlotte to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Houston (average of $44). Flying from Charlotte to Houston in July is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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 Charlotte to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte to Houston. 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$71Average$155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$107Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$124Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$140Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$157Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$216Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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