How long is the flight from Raleigh to Houston?

A quick flight from Raleigh to Houston can take about 3h 09m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $110. Raleigh and Houston are separated by a distance of 1040 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

Currently priced at $84, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Raleigh to Houston and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $95 and $196, respectively. These flights start at 73% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Houston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 88 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Raleigh 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 day to fly from Raleigh to Houston?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Houston flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Houston?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $81. While the most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $102 on average our data indicates $268 when flying from Raleigh to Houston.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Raleigh to Houston?

American Airlines, Delta and Frontier are the most popular airlines when flying from Raleigh to Houston.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Houston?

Users have found that leaving on a Friday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 24% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh to Houston?

To save on the cost of your flight from Raleigh to Houston, book at least 47 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 9% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $188 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $204.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Houston?

Our data shows that September tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Houston from Raleigh. Users have commonly found prices around $320 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $50. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in April.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RDU to HOU?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Raleigh to Houston is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Raleigh to Houston?

Most people fly from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) if they book a flight from Raleigh to Houston. On average, Raleigh-Durham has 0 outbound flights to Houston per day from 6 airlines. Raleigh-Durham is conveniently located just 11.1 mi from Raleigh’s city center.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Raleigh to Houston?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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.

$74+ Flights from Raleigh to Houston

Round-trip from	$110 (Cheapflightsfares)
One-way from	$74 (Frontier)
Popular in	April
Cheapest in	September
Average price	$236

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

United's Basic Economy restricts carry-ons; consider this when booking for efficiency.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$84	Average$202	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Frontier	Cheapest$93	Average$220	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
American Airlines	Cheapest$194	Average$405	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$196	Average$306	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Southwest	Cheapest$205	Average$418	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
United Airlines	Cheapest$210	Average$441	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

$74+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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.

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