What is the most punctual flight time for Houston to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Houston to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $232 and $374 in January. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $97 on Multiple Airlines (Jan 11-Jan 17).

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Houston to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 25% of flights being delayed.

How often are flights from Houston to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 25% of weekly flights between Houston and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 128 minutes.

How long is the flight from Houston to Washington, D.C.?

Departing from Houston to Washington, D.C. will take you 2h 55m. The distance between Houston and Washington, D.C. is about 1244 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

Our cheapest airline available from Houston to Washington, D.C. is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $54 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $123 and $144 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Houston to Washington, D.C. for 79% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $50. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Washington, D.C. (average of $50). Flying from Houston to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $124). 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 day to fly from Houston to Washington, D.C.?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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

Most travelers choose Houston Hobby - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Houston Hobby - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Houston Hobby - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from Houston to Washington, D.C..

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Houston to Washington, D.C.?

Before booking your flight from Houston to Washington, D.C. check out the most popular airlines for this route: United Airlines, Southwest or Frontier.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to WAS?

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Yes. In addition to deals on Houston to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Houston to Washington, D.C.?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

$58+ Flights from Houston to Washington, D.C.

Round-trip from	$97 (Kiwi.com)
One-way from	$58 (Super.com)
Popular in	March
Cheapest in	October
Average price	$311

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HOU's single terminal means you can arrive closer to your flight’s departure time, minimizing wait times.

DCA

DCA's Metro stop on the Yellow and Blue lines offers a clean, affordable way to reach D.C. destinations.

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The Silver line Metro connects IAD to D.C. in under 40 minutes, offering a cost-effective travel option.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$54	Average$210	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Frontier	Cheapest$72	Average$241	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Delta	Cheapest$144	Average$330	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$147	Average$427	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$147	Average$386	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$183	Average$341	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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