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$105+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — PHL
Jun 28 — Jul 51
Sat 6/28
Sat 7/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Philadelphia are usually found in September or August, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 June 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$187
(Southwest)

One-way from

$105
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$293
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 23, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Fri 8/295:55 amHOU - PHL
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Tue 9/23:40 pmPHL - HOU
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/22$187
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/131:05 pmHOU - PHL
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Fri 8/224:59 pmPHL - HOU
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Deal found 6/21$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Sun 8/106:30 pmHOU - PHL
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/161:20 pmPHL - HOU
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/21$309
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Sun 7/206:06 pmHOU - PHL
1 stop16h 04mSun Country Air
Thu 7/2411:10 amPHL - HOU
1 stop7h 02mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/21$402

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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HOU - PHL

HOUPHL

Houston Hobby

Fri 8/29

5:55 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/2

3:40 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$187

HoustonPhiladelphia

HOU - PHL

HOUPHL

Houston Hobby

Wed 8/13

1:05 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Philadelphia

Thu 8/21

6:45 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$237

HoustonPhiladelphia

HOU - PHL

HOUPHL

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/10

6:30 pm-1:01 am

1 stop5h 31m

Philadelphia

Sat 8/16

1:20 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$309

HoustonPhiladelphia

HOU - PHL

HOUPHL

Houston Hobby

Sun 7/20

6:06 pm-11:10 am

1 stop16h 04m

Philadelphia

Thu 7/24

11:10 am-5:12 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$402

HoustonPhiladelphia

HOU - PHL

HOUPHL

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/28

1:05 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$109

HoustonPhiladelphia

HOU - PHL

HOUPHL

Houston Hobby

Tue 7/29

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$119

HoustonPhiladelphia

HOU - PHL

HOUPHL

Houston Hobby

Sun 7/20

5:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

$169

HoustonPhiladelphia

HOU - PHL

HOUPHL

Houston Hobby

Fri 7/4

8:03 pm-10:33 pm

3 stops25h 30m

$261

HoustonPhiladelphia

HOU - PHL

HOUPHL

Houston Hobby

Thu 7/10

6:00 pm-11:10 am

1 stop16h 10m

$326

HoustonPhiladelphia

HOU - PHL

HOUPHL

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/5

5:00 am-4:50 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$14,009

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia, you should look to book at least 66 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 HOU to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 23, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated June 23, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Houston to Philadelphia, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
344 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby to Philadelphia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from Houston Hobby?

    Philadelphia (PHL) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston Hobby to Philadelphia. You should not have trouble finding flights to Philadelphia from Houston Hobby; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston Hobby per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Philadelphia airport from Houston Hobby. It is only a 7.0 mi journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to Philadelphia’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia round-trip?

    According to our current data, Southwest ($187), Delta ($237), and American Airlines ($309) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia. Southwest is priced at 33% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $105. Users have also found prices from $119 and $169 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hobby to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Hobby to Philadelphia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hobby to Philadelphia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby to Philadelphia 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 Hobby to Philadelphia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby to Philadelphia. 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 June 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$56Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$88Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$119Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$164Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$193Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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