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$63+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Houston

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WAS — HOU
Jul 6 — Jul 131
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$139
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$63
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$283
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Houston
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Houston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

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Mon 8/1111:38 amBWI - IAH
Nonstop3h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/167:00 pmIAH - BWI
Nonstop2h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$138
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Fri 10/311:54 amBWI - IAH
1 stop23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/55:22 pmIAH - BWI
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$140
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Wed 7/167:20 amBWI - IAH
1 stop7h 05mFrontier
Tue 7/224:42 pmIAH - BWI
1 stop6h 38mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$149
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Fri 7/251:27 pmIAD - IAH
1 stop22h 21mFrontier
Mon 8/44:41 pmIAH - IAD
1 stop6h 31mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$176
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Thu 8/79:00 pmBWI - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Thu 8/145:00 pmHOU - BWI
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$177
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Mon 8/46:55 amDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Thu 8/711:55 amHOU - DCA
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$177
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Thu 8/218:20 amDCA - IAH
Nonstop3h 24mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/2511:55 amIAH - DCA
Nonstop3h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$177
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Sat 7/121:00 pmDCA - IAH
1 stop11h 49mFrontier
Thu 8/146:00 amIAH - DCA
1 stop9h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$181
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Tue 9/92:25 pmIAD - HOU
1 stop8h 55mSouthwest
Tue 9/166:10 amHOU - IAD
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$197
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Thu 9/411:04 amBWI - HOU
2 stops8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/96:00 amHOU - BWI
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$202
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Tue 7/296:10 amIAD - IAH
Nonstop3h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/57:20 amIAH - IAD
Nonstop3h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$204
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Wed 8/66:00 amIAD - HOU
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Wed 8/136:00 amHOU - IAD
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Deal found 7/1$237

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

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Washington, D.C.

Fly to

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Return

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BaltimoreHouston

BWI - IAH

BWIIAH

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/11

11:38 am-2:11 pm

Nonstop3h 33m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 8/16

7:00 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

$138

BaltimoreHouston

BWI - IAH

BWIIAH

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 10/3

11:54 am-9:54 am

1 stop23h 00m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 10/5

5:22 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$140

BaltimoreHouston

BWI - IAH

BWIIAH

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/16

7:20 am-1:25 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 7/22

4:42 pm-12:20 am

1 stop6h 38m

$149

Washington, D.C.Houston

IAD - IAH

IADIAH

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/25

1:27 pm-10:48 am

1 stop22h 21m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/4

4:41 pm-12:12 am

1 stop6h 31m

$176

BaltimoreHouston

BWI - HOU

BWIHOU

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 8/7

9:00 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/14

5:00 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$177

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/21

8:20 am-10:44 am

Nonstop3h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/25

11:55 am-4:03 pm

Nonstop3h 08m

$177

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - HOU

DCAHOU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/4

6:55 am-9:10 am

Nonstop3h 15m

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/7

11:55 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$177

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/12

1:00 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop11h 49m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/14

6:00 am-4:59 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$181

Washington, D.C.Houston

IAD - HOU

IADHOU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/9

2:25 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/16

6:10 am-1:40 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$197

BaltimoreHouston

BWI - HOU

BWIHOU

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/4

11:04 am-6:09 pm

2 stops8h 05m

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/9

6:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$202

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

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats at the front of the economy cabin.


United's Polaris Lounges offer showers, napping areas, and dining for premium passengers.

Southwest

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


Southwest offers two free checked bags, including oversized items like skis or golf clubs.

Airports
DCA

DCA's Metro stop on the Yellow and Blue lines offers a clean, affordable way to reach the airport, ideal for business travelers.

Read more about DCAby Emily Zemler
IAD

IAD's Aerotrain connects terminals, but walking can be lengthy. Pay attention to signage for the correct train direction.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
IAH

For a quick ride to downtown Houston from IAH, Uber or Lyft is recommended. Pickups are available at Terminals A, B, and C.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
HOU

HOU's surface streets are easy to navigate, but expect delays on I-45 during peak hours. Use a map app for real-time traffic updates.

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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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Houston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Houston. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Houston, you should look to book at least 30 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 Washington, D.C. to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 July 1, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Houston in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Houston?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. 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 July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Houston to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Houston is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $139 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Southwest, starting at $148 and $177 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 54% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $63. Frontier flights start at $70 while deals on Southwest start at $89 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Houston?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Houston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Houston.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Houston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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. to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Houston

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$95Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$177Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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