Washington, D.C.

$89+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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HOU — WAS
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Tue 3/105:50 am
HOU
-
BWI
Nonstop2h 50m
Southwest
Tue 3/101:35 pm
BWI
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/68:25 pm
HOU
-
BWI
Nonstop2h 50m
Southwest
Tue 3/107:50 pm
BWI
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 2/1$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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.
Sat 2/285:05 pm
HOU
-
DCA
Nonstop2h 50m
Southwest
Sat 3/76:00 am
DCA
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 1/31$214
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 3/35:19 pm
HOU
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BWI
1 stop6h 16m
Delta
Tue 3/104:43 pm
BWI
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HOU
1 stop6h 59m
Delta
Deal found 2/1$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 3/39:25 am
HOU
-
BWI
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Tue 3/107:50 pm
BWI
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 2/2$227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 4/236:00 am
HOU
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DCA
1 stop5h 40m
Delta
Mon 4/276:00 am
DCA
-
HOU
1 stop4h 51m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 4/96:00 am
HOU
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IAD
1 stop7h 39m
Delta
Mon 4/135:27 pm
IAD
-
HOU
1 stop6h 39m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 2/246:10 am
HOU
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BWI
Nonstop2h 55m
Southwest
Wed 2/256:40 am
BWI
-
HOU
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 2/1$243
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Wed 3/1812:05 pm
HOU
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BWI
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Wed 3/255:50 pm
BWI
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 2/1$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 4/35:00 am
HOU
-
BWI
Nonstop2h 50m
Southwest
Sun 4/56:00 pm
BWI
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 2/3$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Thu 2/268:15 pm
HOU
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BWI
Nonstop2h 50m
Southwest
Sat 2/284:50 pm
BWI
-
HOU
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/3$263
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Sat 3/285:35 am
HOU
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DCA
Nonstop2h 45m
Southwest
Wed 4/153:55 pm
DCA
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HOU
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 2/1$263

Find flight deals from Hobby to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$89
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$262

Good round-trip deal

$277 or less

Good one-way deal

$141 or less
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From Houston Hobby to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Houston Hobby to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($21 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 February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Houston Hobby to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Houston Hobby to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobby

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Washington, D.C.

Route

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Return

Price

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/25

5:50 am-9:40 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/25

1:35 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$217

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/28

10:40 am-4:20 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/7

6:00 am-8:40 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$224

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/3

5:19 pm-12:35 am

1 stop6h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 3/10

10:52 am-4:36 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$227

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/11

4:25 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/18

3:25 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$227

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-9:55 am

Nonstop2h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 3/10

7:50 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$237

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Sun 3/1

5:25 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/7

8:35 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$257

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/2

8:25 pm-12:15 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/6

7:10 am-9:45 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$257

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Sat 3/14

8:35 pm-12:25 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 3/16

5:45 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$257

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Fri 4/3

5:00 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 4/5

7:05 am-9:40 am

Nonstop3h 35m

$257

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Fri 2/27

5:10 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/1

9:55 pm-12:35 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$257

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Hobby to Washington, D.C. in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Houston Hobby Airport-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $58). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $138). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Hobby to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 3, 2026.

The most flights from HOU to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

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

About 24% of weekly flights between Houston and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 130 minutes.

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 at night 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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 24% of flights being delayed.

The best insider tips for Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. flights

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Emily Zemler

Expert on DCA

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Scott Laird

Expert on HOU

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated February 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. in just under 2h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 26m. There are 1244 mi between Houston Hobby Airport and Washington, D.C.. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($80), Frontier ($128), and American Airlines ($147) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C.. You may be able to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. for 68% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $66. American Airlines flights start at $80 while deals on United Airlines start at $99 one-way.

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Hobby 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 Hobby to Washington, D.C..

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $58). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $138). 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 Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$71Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$147Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$177Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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