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$110+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Houston

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Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) 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 avril 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$251
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$110
(JetBlue)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$384
From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Houston
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on avril 29, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 6/268:15 amDCA - IAH
1 stop8h 39mJetBlue
dim. 6/2911:58 amIAH - DCA
1 stop7h 05mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$251
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
mar. 5/206:00 amDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
mar. 6/36:55 pmHOU - DCA
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
ven. 6/67:59 pmDCA - IAH
Nonstop3h 20mUnited Airlines
lun. 6/97:35 amIAH - DCA
Nonstop3h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$269
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
mar. 6/36:00 amDCA - HOU
1 stop4h 33mDelta
mar. 6/106:00 amHOU - DCA
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/29$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
jeu. 5/295:10 pmDCA - IAH
1 stop6h 06mDelta
sam. 5/315:06 pmIAH - DCA
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/29$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
ven. 5/235:09 pmDCA - IAH
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
dim. 5/256:22 amIAH - DCA
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$323
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/191:00 pmDCA - IAH
1 stop11h 53mFrontier
mar. 5/206:30 amIAH - DCA
1 stop14h 29mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$341
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
ven. 5/232:59 pmDCA - HOU
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
dim. 5/255:00 amHOU - DCA
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$353
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/129:59 amDCA - IAH
2 stops21h 21mAlaska Airlines
jeu. 8/215:59 pmIAH - DCA
2 stops26h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$503
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mer. 4/301:00 pmDCA - IAH
1 stop22h 38mMultiple Airlines
lun. 5/55:25 amIAH - DCA
2 stops29h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$521

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston that are best for you.

Fly from

Reagan-National

Fly to

Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jeu. 6/26

8:15 am-3:54 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dim. 6/29

11:58 am-8:03 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$251

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - HOU

DCAHOU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 5/20

6:00 am-8:25 am

Nonstop3h 25m

Houston Hobby

mar. 6/3

6:55 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$269

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ven. 6/6

7:59 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 6/9

7:35 am-11:46 am

Nonstop3h 11m

$269

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - HOU

DCAHOU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 6/3

6:00 am-9:33 am

1 stop4h 33m

Houston Hobby

mar. 6/10

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$289

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jeu. 5/29

5:10 pm-10:16 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

sam. 5/31

5:06 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$289

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ven. 5/23

5:09 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dim. 5/25

6:22 am-2:24 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$323

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 5/19

1:00 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop11h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mar. 5/20

6:30 am-9:59 pm

1 stop14h 29m

$341

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - HOU

DCAHOU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

ven. 5/23

2:59 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Houston Hobby

dim. 5/25

5:00 am-10:59 am

1 stop4h 59m

$353

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jeu. 6/5

6:38 pm-4:54 pm

2 stops23h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 6/9

5:54 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$554

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mer. 5/7

7:25 am-7:10 pm

2 stops12h 45m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

ven. 5/30

6:00 am-8:59 pm

1 stop13h 59m

$916

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The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston trip
Airlines
United Airlines

Polaris passengers enjoy lie-flat seats, noise-reducing headphones, and upscale amenity kits.


United Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats towards the front of the economy cabin.

Southwest

Southwest's open seating policy allows passengers to choose any available seat upon boarding.


Southwest offers free messaging and high-speed Wi-Fi for a fee on most flights.

Airports
DCA

DCA has two parking garages and an outdoor economy lot. Reserve online as lots fill quickly, especially during busy times.

Read more about DCAby Emily Zemler
IAH

For quick access to downtown Houston, take an Uber or Lyft from Terminals A, B, or C. It's about a 25-minute drive.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
HOU

HOU's single terminal makes it easy to navigate. Arrive closer to your flight time due to short security lines.

Read more about HOUby Scott Laird
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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 HOU

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Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reagan-National to Houston. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 72 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 DCA to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 avril 29, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston

Explore weekly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 avril 29, 2025.

The most flights from DCA to HO1 are scheduled on a Tuesday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 avril 29, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Washington, D.C. to Houston have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston is JetBlue. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $251 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and United Airlines, starting at $269 and $269 round-trip. JetBlue is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston are JetBlue ($110), Southwest ($135), and United Airlines ($135).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $100. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $269 on average our data indicates $301 when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Houston that include hotel bookings?

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

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Houston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 5 airlines flying from Reagan-National to Houston

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$82Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$131Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$255Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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