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$269+ Cheap flights from Waterloo, IA (ALO) to Houston

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALO — HOU
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Tue 8/26
Tue 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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$269
(American Airlines)
From Waterloo to Houston
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Thu 9/48:32 amALO - HOU
2 stops9h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/82:33 pmHOU - ALO
2 stops9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Fri 9/56:00 amALO - HOU
2 stops9h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/92:33 pmHOU - ALO
2 stops7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/21$394

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ALO - HOU

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Waterloo

Thu 9/4

8:32 am-6:10 pm

2 stops9h 38m

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Mon 9/8

2:33 pm-11:41 pm

2 stops9h 08m

$269

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ALO - HOU

ALOHOU

Waterloo

Fri 9/5

6:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops9h 55m

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Tue 9/9

2:33 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops7h 32m

$394

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Deals found on 8/19

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Waterloo, Iowa to Houston?

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

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 August 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from Waterloo to Houston have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PIT - DFW

Due to gate changes,we nearly missed our flight. The gate agent reassigned our seats and would NOT give us our assigned seats,but she did honor that same request to the man who arrived after us. Her rudeness and difficulty was not appropriate.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.5

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PIT - DFW

Due to gate changes,we nearly missed our flight. The gate agent reassigned our seats and would NOT give us our assigned seats,but she did honor that same request to the man who arrived after us. Her rudeness and difficulty was not appropriate.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Waterloo to Houston?

    For a flight from Waterloo to Houston, you will be flying from Waterloo. Waterloo (ALO) is just 5.3 mi from the center of the city. Waterloo is the only Waterloo airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Houston per day. 1 airline has flights to Houston from Waterloo on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Waterloo, Iowa to Houston?

    Airlines like American Airlines fly from Waterloo, Iowa to Houston in about 9h 38m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Waterloo, Iowa and Houston are separated by a distance of 905 mi.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Waterloo 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 Waterloo, Iowa to Houston?

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

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Top airline flying from Waterloo to Houston

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Waterloo 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 August 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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