Cheap flights from Virginia to Houston from $46

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/24. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
RIC — IAH
Sep 30 — Oct 71

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 54 days in advance, which can save you up to 40% on flights from Virginia to Houston compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 54 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $454. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $514.

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

February can be a great time to fly to Houston from Virginia with a flight ticket averaging about $392. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $228. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Virginia to Houston (VA - IAH)?

When flying from Virginia to Houston, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Virginia to Houston

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Cheap Virginia to Houston flights in September & October 2023

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One-way flights to Houston from Virginia

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NorfolkHouston George Bush Intcntl

ORF - IAH

ORFIAH

Norfolk

Sat 10/28

1 stop10h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/31

1 stop17h 25m

NorfolkHouston Hobby

ORF - HOU

ORFHOU

Norfolk

Thu 10/19

1 stop21h 16m

Houston Hobby

Mon 10/23

1 stop17h 55m

NorfolkHouston George Bush Intcntl

ORF - IAH

ORFIAH

Norfolk

Mon 10/16

1 stop26h 26m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 10/23

1 stop11h 50m

NorfolkHouston George Bush Intcntl

ORF - IAH

ORFIAH

Norfolk

Thu 10/19

1 stop26h 48m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 10/23

1 stop11h 50m

Richmond Byrd IntlHouston George Bush Intcntl

RIC - IAH

RICIAH

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 10/16

1 stop14h 36m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/24

1 stop18h 28m

Richmond Byrd IntlHouston George Bush Intcntl

RIC - IAH

RICIAH

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 10/28

1 stop7h 45m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 11/1

1 stop12h 05m

Richmond Byrd IntlHouston George Bush Intcntl

RIC - IAH

RICIAH

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 10/19

Nonstop3h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 10/24

Nonstop2h 52m

Richmond Byrd IntlHouston George Bush Intcntl

RIC - IAH

RICIAH

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 12/4

1 stop6h 47m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/6

1 stop4h 13m

Richmond Byrd IntlHouston George Bush Intcntl

RIC - IAH

RICIAH

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/20

1 stop5h 19m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 10/26

1 stop5h 09m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines from Virginia to Houston have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,483 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

Frontier
5.8
Fair
762 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew was exceptional. The best crew on all 4 flight we took on this trip.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Virginia to Houston flights.

Can I find flights from Virginia to Houston for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Virginia to Houston for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $91, but on average you can expect to pay $112.

Are there nonstop flights from Virginia to Houston for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Virginia to Houston under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Virginia to Houston is less than $302.

Are there last-minute flights available from Virginia to Houston for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Virginia to Houston within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from Virginia to Houston?

Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Virginia to Houston on average per day?

On average 6 flights depart from Virginia to Houston per day.
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How long is the flight from Virginia to Houston?

Frontier and Spirit Airlines can get you from Virginia to Houston in just under 7h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 31m. The distance between Virginia and Houston is about 1161 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What are the most popular routes from Virginia to Houston?

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

What are the cheapest flights from Virginia to Houston?

While on average a flight from Virginia to Houston is generally $635, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $168. When looking at the most popular route, (Norfolk - Houston Hobby), you can expect to pay $91 for that flight.

What does RIC to IAH mean?

RIC and IAH are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. RIC to IAH refers to a flight route from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), College Station Easterwood Field Airport (CLL), Beaumont Jefferson County Airport (BPT) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

Top 5 airlines flying from Virginia to Houston

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Virginia to Houston choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$117Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapest$166Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest$185Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$218Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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