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$84+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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HOU — WAS
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$157
(Southwest)

One-way from

$84
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$267

Good round-trip deal

$150 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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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 August 14, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/106:25 pmHOU - BWI
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Wed 9/178:20 pmBWI - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/11$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 10/87:00 pmHOU - DCA
Nonstop2h 50mSouthwest
Sat 10/117:25 amDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/65:55 pmHOU - DCA
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Sat 9/206:55 amDCA - HOU
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$167
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 10/297:05 pmHOU - BWI
Nonstop2h 55mSouthwest
Sun 11/25:25 amBWI - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 8/11$174
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Sat 9/208:05 amHOU - DCA
Nonstop2h 55mSouthwest
Sun 9/216:00 amDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$174
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Tue 9/92:33 pmHOU - BWI
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/161:32 pmBWI - HOU
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 11/48:45 amHOU - DCA
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Fri 11/77:15 pmDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$180
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Sat 9/68:00 amHOU - BWI
2 stops8h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/136:41 amBWI - HOU
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$182
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Sat 9/201:55 pmHOU - DCA
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Fri 9/266:55 amDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$184
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 10/309:10 pmHOU - BWI
Nonstop2h 50mSouthwest
Sun 11/25:25 amBWI - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 8/11$191
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Sun 9/218:30 amHOU - DCA
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Fri 9/261:30 pmDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$191
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 10/116:20 pmHOU - BWI
Nonstop2h 55mSouthwest
Wed 10/154:55 pmBWI - HOU
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 8/11$193

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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 August 14, 2025.
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

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/10

6:25 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/17

8:20 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$157

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/10

12:20 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/17

1:55 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$157

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Wed 11/5

12:15 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/12

6:00 am-8:40 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$157

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/24

8:05 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/30

1:55 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$157

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/6

8:05 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/20

4:55 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$157

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/1

6:45 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-8:20 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$157

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Tue 10/14

8:10 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 10/21

6:00 am-8:20 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$157

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/8

7:00 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/11

7:25 am-9:45 am

Nonstop3h 20m

$157

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Sat 11/15

5:40 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 11/16

6:25 am-9:10 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$174

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Wed 10/29

7:05 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 11/2

5:25 am-8:10 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$174

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HOU

HOU's single terminal makes it easy to navigate, with short security lines outside peak holidays.

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DCA

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Hobby with our price prediction graph.
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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 August 8, 2025.

Booking 80 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $302). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 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 August 14, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport 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.

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

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 August 14, 2025.
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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,046 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,217 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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

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  • 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 Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $84. American Airlines flights start at $99 while deals on Delta start at $119 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. is Houston Hobby - Baltimore/Washington. You may also consider Houston Hobby - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Houston Hobby - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $302). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$54Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$102Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$144Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$197Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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