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$78+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — HOU
Nov 19 — Nov 261
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Fri 11/146:20 amJFK - IAH
1 stop16h 50mFrontier
Mon 11/1711:02 amIAH - JFK
1 stop13h 13mFrontier
Deal found 10/19$150
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Wed 10/298:44 amLGA - IAH
Nonstop3h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/116:21 pmIAH - LGA
Nonstop3h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/19$150
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Fri 10/314:00 pmJFK - IAH
1 stop8h 39mFrontier
Mon 11/311:02 amIAH - JFK
1 stop13h 13mFrontier
Deal found 10/20$151
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Wed 10/296:30 amLGA - IAH
1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/272:59 pmIAH - LGA
1 stop7h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/18$151
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Fri 10/314:00 pmJFK - IAH
1 stop8h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/38:47 pmIAH - JFK
1 stop11h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/18$152
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Wed 11/57:30 amLGA - IAH
Nonstop4h 17mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/266:21 pmIAH - LGA
Nonstop3h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/18$152
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Wed 11/56:00 amJFK - IAH
1 stop9h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/118:47 pmIAH - JFK
1 stop11h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/19$153
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Wed 10/2912:30 pmLGA - IAH
1 stop7h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/3110:28 amIAH - LGA
1 stop20h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/18$153
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Tue 10/289:00 amJFK - IAH
1 stop10h 31mFrontier
Thu 11/68:06 amIAH - JFK
1 stop5h 54mFrontier
Deal found 10/19$154
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Tue 10/2812:30 pmLGA - IAH
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Wed 10/298:00 amIAH - LGA
1 stop7h 29mFrontier
Deal found 10/19$154
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Sat 11/86:20 amJFK - IAH
1 stop6h 37mFrontier
Sat 11/151:02 pmIAH - JFK
1 stop10h 31mFrontier
Deal found 10/18$155
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Thu 11/1312:30 pmLGA - IAH
1 stop10h 33mFrontier
Sat 11/151:02 pmIAH - LGA
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Deal found 10/19$155

Cheap flight deals from New York to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 October 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Expedia
2 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$150
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$78
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$280
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One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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

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LGA - IAH

LGAIAH

New York LaGuardia

Wed 11/5

7:30 am-10:47 am

Nonstop4h 17m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/26

6:21 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$152

New YorkHouston

LGA - IAH

LGAIAH

New York LaGuardia

Sat 11/22

6:00 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 12/15

5:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$162

NewarkHouston

EWR - IAH

EWRIAH

Newark

Mon 12/1

5:59 pm-9:12 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 12/4

10:00 am-9:39 pm

1 stop10h 39m

$183

New YorkHouston

LGA - HOU

LGAHOU

New York LaGuardia

Thu 11/13

5:55 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/19

6:35 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$186

New YorkHouston

LGA - IAH

LGAIAH

New York LaGuardia

Thu 11/13

6:05 am-9:07 am

Nonstop4h 02m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/19

6:06 am-10:30 am

Nonstop3h 24m

$186

New YorkHouston

LGA - HOU

LGAHOU

New York LaGuardia

Thu 12/4

6:30 am-9:35 am

Nonstop4h 05m

Houston Hobby

Sat 12/6

12:25 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$187

New YorkHouston

LGA - HOU

LGAHOU

New York LaGuardia

Fri 12/5

2:30 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

Houston Hobby

Sat 12/6

10:50 am-7:20 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$187

New YorkHouston

LGA - IAH

LGAIAH

New York LaGuardia

Mon 12/1

8:00 am-11:19 am

Nonstop4h 19m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 12/4

12:50 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops9h 52m

$191

New YorkHouston

LGA - HOU

LGAHOU

New York LaGuardia

Fri 11/14

8:30 am-3:45 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/17

6:35 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$196

New YorkHouston

JFK - IAH

JFKIAH

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/18

4:30 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/19

3:09 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$197

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Houston flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New York-Houston flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New York to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Houston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Houston. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Houston, you should look to book at least 80 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 New York to Houston?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Houston (average of $78). Flying from New York to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $121). 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 NYC to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 October 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Houston is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 19% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Houston?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Houston flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to Houston

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to Houston. 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 October 20, 2025.

The most flights from NYC to HO1 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Houston?

The best insider tips for New York to Houston flights

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Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit’s Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for comfort on short flights.


Spirit’s self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass in advance.

United Airlines

Basic Economy allows a personal item only; no carry-on bags unless exceptions apply.


Economy Plus offers extra legroom and is free for MileagePlus Premier members.

Southwest

Southwest offers free snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, enhancing the in-flight experience.


Southwest's Rapid Rewards program offers points with no blackout dates, ideal for frequent flyers.

Airports
EWR

Plan for long security waits at EWR. Arrive at least two hours early as wait times vary dramatically between checkpoints.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
LGA

LGA's security lines are efficient, with typical waits under 15 minutes. Arrive early to ensure smooth check-in.

Read more about LGAby Brandon Schultz
IAH

For a quick trip to downtown Houston from IAH, Uber or Lyft is recommended, taking about 25 minutes by car.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
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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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Expert on IAH

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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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Expert on EWR and LGA

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Brandon Schultz

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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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 October 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from New York to Houston to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

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

New York to Houston Travel Guide

George Bush Intercontinental is the larger and busier of the two. It’s further away from downtown than Hobby is. George Bush is 23 miles away, while Hobby is just seven miles from downtown Houston. George Bush ranks as the 15th busiest airport in the United States and is a hub for United. Hobby is a major airport for Southwest Airlines.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the parking options at John F. Kennedy International Airport for passengers traveling through it?

    Passengers traveling through John F. Kennedy International Airport should avoid using their cars because the airport has strict parking options. The airport limits the number of vehicles on its premises as an initiative to reduce its carbon emissions. However, electric or hybrid cars are recommended if passengers must use their vehicles at the airport. Parking is available at Red, Green, Orange, or Blue & Yellow Lots, depending on the receiving terminal. Passengers should expect to pay more for parking. Using public transport is recommended.

  • Which airports serve the route between New York and Houston?

    Travelers from New York to Houston can depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and fly into George Bush International Airport. However, these are just some of the airports serving the two locations. One can choose to depart from LaGuardia Airport or New York Stewart International Airport and fly into William P. Hobby Airport. However, using John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is more sustainable because, in addition to having an excellent public transport network with the MTA providing Q3, Q6, Q7, and Q10 LTD, the airport recycles most of its products.

  • Which hotels are near George Bush International Airport (IAH)?

    Travelers making their late arrival at George Bush International Airport have several hotels to choose from. While Houston Airport Marriott, Ramada by Wyndham Houston, and Comfort Suites Bush-Houston offer sophisticated accommodation deals, booking a room at Hampton Inn & Suites Houston-Bush is more sustainable because the hotel has sustainable initiatives like sourcing their products locally and using energy-efficient lighting (LED).

  • What airports serve New York to Houston flights?

    There are various airports you could choose to fly out of in New York going to Houston. The two main ones offering these flights are Liberty International Airport in Newark and LaGuardia in Queens. You’ll be able to fly into either George Bush Intercontinental Airport or William P. Hobby Airport in Houston.

  • Which airlines fly directly from New York to Houston?

    You’ll find a lot of direct flights for this route. You can fly with United, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, or Delta. These mostly go from Newark or LaGuardia into George Bush. There are also options with Southwest that go from LaGuardia to Hobby. The flight ranges from around three and a half hours to just over four.

  • What are the stopover options between New York to Houston?

    There are more flights that have a stop in between. You can go to Orlando with Spirit. American Airlines will take you through DFW in Dallas or Charlotte on the east coast. Delta will land in either Minneapolis or Atlanta. United will go through Atlanta sometimes, but also Washington DC. None of the stopovers are much more than an hour, if that. Travel times vary but there aren’t any that take more than about seven hours. If you fly with Southwest into Hobby you’ll find different stops, like Nashville, New Orleans, St. Louis, or Chicago. They’re only about an hour or two.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from New York to Houston?

    No you don’t need either of these. You’ll only need to have your photo ID card so you can board your flight.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Houston?

    There are many flights that can get you from New York to Houston in 4h 02m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, Southwest, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between New York and Houston is about 1414 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from New York to Houston is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $84 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $88 and $124 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 71% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $85 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $85 and $89, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Houston?

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Houston?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 New York to Houston?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Houston (average of $78). Flying from New York to Houston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $121). 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 7 airlines flying from New York to Houston

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 October 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$80Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$84Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$125Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$207Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

Helpful tips for your next trip to Houston

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Houston. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • Passengers traveling from New York to Houston will likely use John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and fly into LaGuardia Airport (LGA). Passengers should carry light luggage as the airports don’t encourage items with excess packaging to reduce carbon emissions.
  • Passengers traveling from New York to Houston through JFK should use public transport to access the airport. If you must drive, use an electric or hybrid vehicle, as the airport seeks to limit its carbon emissions by reducing vehicles on its premises.
  • John F. Kennedy International Airport has several shops where passengers can buy local items, including organic foodstuffs. These shops encourage customers to reuse their packaging items to reduce waste and promote sustainability.

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