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 $142 and $324 in October. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $86 on Spirit Airlines (Oct 2-Oct 8).

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

Departing from Houston to Washington, D.C. will take you 3h 03m. The distance between Houston and Washington, D.C. is about 1206 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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 $128 and $144 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Houston to Washington, D.C. for 80% 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 Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $55. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and American 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 80 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Washington, D.C. (average of $292). Flying from Houston to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 Wednesday at noon 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.

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 - Baltimore/Washington or Houston Hobby - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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: American Airlines, Frontier or Spirit Airlines.

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

Leaving on a Monday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 46% on the overall cost on flights from Houston to Washington, D.C..

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 55 days in advance to save up to 134% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 55 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Houston to Washington, D.C. 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $230, or $372 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Our data shows that October tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Houston. Users have commonly found prices around $276 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $77. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in March.

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 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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.

$45+ Cheap Flights from Houston to Washington, D.C.

Round-trip from	$86 (Cheapflightsfares)
One-way from	$45 (Kiwi.com)
Popular in	March
Cheapest in	October
Average price	$233

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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$221	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Frontier	Cheapest$102	Average$257	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Delta	Cheapest$144	Average$326	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$148	Average$395	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$176	Average$432	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$196	Average$351	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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