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$90+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Hobby (HOU)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — HOU
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Houston Hobby are usually found in August or October, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Hobby
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/251:15 pmDTW - HOU
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:00 amHOU - DTW
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$274
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/177:00 pmDTW - HOU
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Wed 1/72:15 pmHOU - DTW
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$284
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/246:45 pmDTW - HOU
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Sat 12/273:10 pmHOU - DTW
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/241:15 pmDTW - HOU
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Fri 12/264:05 pmHOU - DTW
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/309:20 pmDTW - HOU
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Sun 1/45:00 amHOU - DTW
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/299:15 pmDTW - HOU
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Sun 1/45:00 amHOU - DTW
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$318
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/241:15 pmDTW - HOU
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Mon 12/292:00 pmHOU - DTW
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/269:15 pmDTW - HOU
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Fri 1/25:00 amHOU - DTW
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sat 12/207:25 pmDTW - HOU
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/1012:49 pmHOU - DTW
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$325

Find flight deals from Detroit to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Hobby (HOU). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(Southwest)

One-way from

$90
(Southwest)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$289
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Hobby 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Hobby

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

5:35 am-3:20 pm

2 stops10h 45m

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/18

6:40 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$224

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/26

6:50 am-5:50 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/30

2:15 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$230

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/4

6:00 pm-12:20 am

1 stop7h 20m

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/9

2:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$234

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/4

6:10 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 45m

Houston Hobby

Mon 1/12

2:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$234

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/8

6:50 am-5:50 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Houston Hobby

Sun 1/11

3:00 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$254

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/25

6:50 am-3:15 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Houston Hobby

Fri 1/2

5:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 30m

$279

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/24

6:45 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Houston Hobby

Sat 12/27

3:10 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$299

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/24

1:15 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Houston Hobby

Sun 12/28

4:05 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$304

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/24

1:15 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Houston Hobby

Mon 12/29

6:15 am-11:40 am

1 stop4h 25m

$304

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/22

9:15 pm-1:00 am

1 stop4h 45m

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$324

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Deals found on 12/10

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Compare providers for flights from Detroit to Hobby

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 Detroit to Hobby in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Houston Hobby Airport flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Houston Hobby Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Houston Hobby Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Houston Hobby Airport 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 Detroit to Hobby

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Hobby. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $79). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $148). 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 DTW to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Hobby. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 51% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Hobby. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing Hobby

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Hobby. 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 Hobby. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,179 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,084 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Hobby. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Houston Hobby?

    If you book a flight to Houston Hobby from Detroit, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is located 17.3 mi from the center of Detroit. There are 0 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Houston Hobby per day from 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    For as low as $224, Southwest can have you in Houston Hobby Airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 10h 45m. The distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Houston Hobby Airport is about 1092 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $73 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $78 and $155 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport for 68% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $49. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Hobby that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Hobby?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Hobby.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Hobby?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Hobby 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $79). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $148). 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 Detroit to Hobby

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Hobby. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$209Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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