Washington, D.C.

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

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HOU — WAS
Jul 7 — Jul 141
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Washington, D.C. are usually found in October or August, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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

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Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$89
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$244

Good round-trip deal

$248 or less

Good one-way deal

$134 or less
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. 5% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Houston Hobby to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Washington, D.C.
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 July 2, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 10/113:30 pmHOU - BWI
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Mon 10/136:35 amBWI - HOU
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 8/47:15 pmHOU - DCA
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Tue 8/51:55 pmDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 10/215:45 amHOU - IAD
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Tue 10/287:40 amIAD - HOU
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 9/34:28 pmHOU - BWI
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/610:00 amBWI - HOU
2 stops6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$202
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/1410:22 amHOU - BWI
1 stop5h 58mDelta
Thu 8/217:00 amBWI - HOU
1 stop6h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/30$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/146:00 amHOU - DCA
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Thu 8/216:00 amDCA - HOU
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 6/30$237
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Thu 8/1410:22 amHOU - IAD
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Thu 8/217:22 amIAD - HOU
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 6/30$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/128:51 amHOU - IAD
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/186:27 amIAD - HOU
1 stop10h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$243
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Sun 7/276:05 pmHOU - IAD
1 stop17h 26mSun Country Air
Tue 7/2912:34 pmIAD - HOU
1 stop25h 55mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/30$285

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Hobby

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Sat 10/11

3:30 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 10/13

6:35 am-9:00 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$177

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/4

7:15 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/5

1:55 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$177

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Wed 9/3

4:28 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 9/6

10:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops6h 55m

$202

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - IAD

HOUIAD

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/18

5:35 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/25

7:35 am-8:30 pm

1 stop13h 55m

$202

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/14

10:22 am-5:20 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 8/17

5:40 am-9:26 am

1 stop4h 46m

$237

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/14

6:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/21

6:00 am-9:26 am

1 stop4h 26m

$237

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - IAD

HOUIAD

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/14

10:22 am-6:35 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/21

7:22 am-12:10 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$237

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - IAD

HOUIAD

Houston Hobby

Tue 8/12

8:51 am-6:56 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/18

6:27 am-3:50 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$243

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - IAD

HOUIAD

Houston Hobby

Sun 7/27

6:05 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop17h 26m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/29

12:34 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop25h 55m

$285

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/7

7:40 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$89

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

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

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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 June 27, 2025.

Booking 66 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 July 2, 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 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 June 29, 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 July 2, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Avelo 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.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Avelo Airlines
7.4
Good

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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

    According to our current data, Southwest ($177), American Airlines ($202), and Delta ($237) 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 35% 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 Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $89. Avelo Airlines flights start at $98 while deals on Delta start at $119 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.

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  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$102Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$144Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$148Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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