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$68+ Cheap flights from Harlingen, TX (HRL) to Houston

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HRL — HOU
Aug 19 — Aug 261
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Cheap flight deals from Harlingen to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Harlingen (HRL) 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$147
(Southwest)

One-way from

$68
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$217
From Harlingen Valley Intl to Houston
One-way flight from Harlingen Valley Intl to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($7 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

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Cheapest flights from Harlingen to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Harlingen to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 8/276:20 amHRL - HOU
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Wed 9/34:05 pmHOU - HRL
Nonstop1h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/11$147
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/102:05 pmHRL - IAH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/138:30 pmIAH - HRL
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$166
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:20 amHRL - HOU
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Sat 9/138:20 pmHOU - HRL
Nonstop1h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$166
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/62:05 pmHRL - IAH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/138:30 pmIAH - HRL
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/63:55 pmHRL - HOU
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Sat 9/138:20 pmHOU - HRL
Nonstop1h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/199:30 amHRL - HOU
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Mon 9/225:00 pmHOU - HRL
Nonstop1h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$178
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2411:15 amHRL - HOU
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Thu 9/252:25 pmHOU - HRL
2 stops7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$181
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/295:20 pmHRL - IAH
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/318:30 pmIAH - HRL
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:35 pmHRL - IAH
1 stop3h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/135:00 amIAH - HRL
1 stop4h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/295:30 amHRL - IAH
1 stop3h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/316:05 amIAH - HRL
1 stop3h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:35 pmHRL - IAH
1 stop3h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/145:00 amIAH - HRL
1 stop4h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/82:05 pmHRL - IAH
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/102:40 pmIAH - HRL
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$226

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Harlingen to Houston that are best for you.

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HarlingenHouston

HRL - HOU

HRLHOU

Harlingen Valley Intl

Wed 8/27

6:20 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/3

4:05 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$147

HarlingenHouston

HRL - IAH

HRLIAH

Harlingen Valley Intl

Wed 9/10

5:00 am-6:24 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/13

6:10 pm-7:33 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$166

HarlingenHouston

HRL - HOU

HRLHOU

Harlingen Valley Intl

Wed 9/10

6:20 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/13

8:20 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$166

HarlingenHouston

HRL - HOU

HRLHOU

Harlingen Valley Intl

Mon 9/8

5:45 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/9

9:00 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$166

HarlingenHouston

HRL - HOU

HRLHOU

Harlingen Valley Intl

Wed 9/24

3:55 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Houston Hobby

Thu 9/25

5:00 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$166

HarlingenHouston

HRL - IAH

HRLIAH

Harlingen Valley Intl

Sat 9/6

2:05 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/13

8:30 pm-9:52 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$177

HarlingenHouston

HRL - HOU

HRLHOU

Harlingen Valley Intl

Sat 9/6

3:55 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/13

8:20 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$177

HarlingenHouston

HRL - HOU

HRLHOU

Harlingen Valley Intl

Thu 10/30

6:00 am-7:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Houston Hobby

Fri 10/31

1:15 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$178

HarlingenHouston

HRL - IAH

HRLIAH

Harlingen Valley Intl

Fri 8/29

5:20 pm-6:44 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/31

8:30 pm-9:52 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$189

HarlingenHouston

HRL - IAH

HRLIAH

Harlingen Valley Intl

Wed 9/24

6:35 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop3h 57m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/25

6:00 am-9:41 am

1 stop3h 41m

$199

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Southwest

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Best time to book a flight from Harlingen to Houston

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Harlingen, Texas to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Harlingen, Texas to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Harlingen, Texas to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 HRL to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Harlingen 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 August 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Harlingen, Texas to Houston in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Harlingen, Texas to Houston?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Harlingen, Texas to Houston flight should consider departing on Monday evenings 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Harlingen, Texas 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 August 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest and United Airlines from Harlingen to Houston by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Harlingen to Houston?

    Harlingen Valley Intl (HRL), located 3.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Harlingen to Houston. 2 airlines have flights from Valley Intl to Houston on a regular basis. Booking flights from Harlingen Valley Intl to Houston should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 outbound flights to Houston per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Harlingen, Texas to Houston round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Harlingen, Texas to Houston round-trip from $150. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is United Airlines. Southwest is 31% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Harlingen, Texas to Houston?

    While on average a flight from Harlingen, Texas to Houston is generally $264, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $112. When looking at the most popular route, (Harlingen Valley Intl - Houston Hobby), you can expect to pay $166 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Harlingen 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 Harlingen, Texas to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Harlingen, Texas to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Harlingen, Texas to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 2 airlines flying from Harlingen to Houston

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$150Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$165Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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