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$54+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Houston

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — HOU
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Wed 12/24
Wed 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Houston
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Fri 12/1211:34 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 14mFrontier
Mon 12/157:10 amIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 49mFrontier
Deal found 11/23$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Mon 12/1511:44 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/218:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$119
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
Sat 12/67:59 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/127:00 amIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/22$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
Sat 12/67:59 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 11mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/128:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/22$121
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:59 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 11mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/157:10 amIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/22$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 12/1011:19 amDTW - IAH
2 stops22h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/157:10 amIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$128
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Fri 12/511:34 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 14mFrontier
Mon 12/87:10 amIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 49mFrontier
Deal found 11/24$129
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Wed 12/39:18 amDTW - IAH
1 stop14h 57mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/108:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/23$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Fri 12/511:34 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/138:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$131
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Mon 12/87:59 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 11mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/118:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/22$133
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/67:59 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 11mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/88:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/22$134
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:03 amDTW - IAH
1 stop10h 17mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/68:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/23$135

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 November 24, 2025.

Round-trip from

$115
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$54
(Frontier)

Popular in

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February

Average price

$261
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 November 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Houston that are best for you.

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Price

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/9

7:59 am-10:10 am

Nonstop3h 11m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 12/10

8:30 pm-12:09 am

Nonstop2h 39m

$150

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

7:04 pm-7:04 am

1 stop13h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 12/13

8:30 pm-12:09 am

Nonstop2h 39m

$152

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/14

3:50 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/25

2:35 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$179

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/17

4:30 pm-6:47 pm

Nonstop3h 17m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/25

5:15 am-8:58 am

Nonstop2h 43m

$179

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/12

12:55 pm-3:14 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/17

6:33 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

$194

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/17

7:35 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Houston Hobby

Fri 2/20

4:45 pm-12:45 am

1 stop7h 00m

$199

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/23

2:43 pm-9:03 am

1 stop19h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 12/30

6:00 am-6:11 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$199

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/9

9:25 am-7:55 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/13

12:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$199

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

8:55 am-11:21 am

Nonstop3h 26m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 1/25

12:20 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$199

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/13

4:05 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/16

5:05 am-11:55 am

1 stop5h 50m

$199

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Houston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Houston from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Houston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Houston. Price data was last updated on November 21, 2025.

Booking 33 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to Houston. 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 to Houston?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Houston (average of $72). Flying from Detroit to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $138). 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 DTT to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 November 24, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 35% on flights from Detroit to Houston by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Houston flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings 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 Detroit to Houston?

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 November 24, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Detroit to Houston to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,044 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,042 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,158 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,096 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit 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 Detroit to Houston?

    Located just 0.6 mi from the city center, Detroit All airports is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Houston from Detroit. Booking flights from All airports (DTT) to Houston should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Houston from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Houston?

    Departing from Detroit to Houston will take you 3h 11m. The distance from Detroit to Houston is about 1075 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Houston is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $89 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $109 and $169 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 57% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $54. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit to Houston for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Houston (average of $72). Flying from Detroit to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of $138). 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 Detroit to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 November 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$109Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$169Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$180Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$233Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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