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$99+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Hobby (HOU)

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WAS — HOU
May 5 — May 121
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Hobby

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 April 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$197
(Southwest)

One-way from

$99
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$348

Good round-trip deal

$280 or less

Good one-way deal

$134 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Houston Hobby flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Houston Hobby flights.
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Houston Hobby
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Houston Hobby
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Houston Hobby.
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Hobby. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/39:00 pmBWI - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
Sat 7/55:10 amHOU - BWI
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 7/266:53 amBWI - HOU
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Tue 7/2910:02 amHOU - BWI
1 stop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/28$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/206:00 amDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
Tue 6/36:55 pmHOU - DCA
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$269
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/273:13 pmIAD - HOU
1 stop19h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/308:45 amHOU - IAD
2 stops8h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$275
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 6/43:37 pmIAD - HOU
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Tue 6/106:00 amHOU - IAD
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/29$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/36:00 amDCA - HOU
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Tue 6/106:00 amHOU - DCA
1 stop5h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/29$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/319:11 amIAD - HOU
2 stops9h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/42:28 pmHOU - IAD
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$294
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1512:20 pmBWI - HOU
1 stop24h 13mSun Country Air
Thu 5/296:30 pmHOU - BWI
1 stop16h 00mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/29$295
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/1512:49 pmIAD - HOU
1 stop23h 44mSun Country Air
Thu 5/296:30 pmHOU - IAD
1 stop16h 23mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/29$305
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/287:50 amIAD - HOU
2 stops10h 25mSouthwest
Wed 6/46:05 amHOU - IAD
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$326
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 5/232:59 pmDCA - HOU
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/255:00 amHOU - DCA
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$353
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/275:45 amBWI - HOU
2 stops14h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/308:01 pmHOU - BWI
2 stops25h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$380

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

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Hobby

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreHouston

BWI - HOU

BWIHOU

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 7/3

9:00 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Houston Hobby

Sat 7/5

5:10 am-9:10 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$197

BaltimoreHouston

BWI - HOU

BWIHOU

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 7/26

6:53 am-12:01 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Houston Hobby

Tue 7/29

10:02 am-3:40 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$237

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - HOU

DCAHOU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/20

6:00 am-8:25 am

Nonstop3h 25m

Houston Hobby

Tue 6/3

6:55 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$269

Washington, D.C.Houston

IAD - HOU

IADHOU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/27

3:13 pm-9:56 am

1 stop19h 43m

Houston Hobby

Mon 6/30

8:45 am-5:58 pm

2 stops8h 13m

$275

Washington, D.C.Houston

IAD - HOU

IADHOU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/4

7:05 am-1:51 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Houston Hobby

Sat 6/7

1:02 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$289

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - HOU

DCAHOU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-9:33 am

1 stop4h 33m

Houston Hobby

Tue 6/10

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$289

Washington, D.C.Houston

IAD - HOU

IADHOU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/31

9:11 am-6:01 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/4

2:28 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$294

BaltimoreHouston

BWI - HOU

BWIHOU

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/15

12:20 pm-11:33 am

1 stop24h 13m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/29

6:30 pm-11:30 am

1 stop16h 00m

$295

Washington, D.C.Houston

IAD - HOU

IADHOU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/15

12:49 pm-11:33 am

1 stop23h 44m

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/29

6:30 pm-11:53 am

1 stop16h 23m

$305

Washington, D.C.Houston

IAD - HOU

IADHOU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/28

7:50 am-5:15 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/4

6:05 am-2:05 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$326

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Hobby in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice 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 Washington, D.C.-Houston Hobby Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Houston Hobby Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Houston Hobby Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Washington, D.C.-Houston Hobby Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport trip
Airports
DCA

DCA is easily accessible via public transportation with its own Metro stop, making it a convenient choice for travelers from D.C. and nearby areas.

Read more about DCAby Emily Zemler
HOU

For a smooth arrival at HOU, use a map app for real-time traffic updates to navigate surface streets efficiently from I-45.

Read more about HOUby Scott Laird
Our travel experts
Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on DCA

Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on HOU

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

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.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Hobby from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Hobby. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 30 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 Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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 WAS to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 April 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Hobby. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Hobby by month

Plan your trip to Hobby by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston Hobby Airport ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston Hobby Airport when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Hobby by month

Plan your trip to Hobby by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston Hobby Airport, 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 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

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 April 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Washington, D.C. to Houston by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Southwest ($197), Delta ($237), and Allegiant Air ($265) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport. Southwest is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $99. Delta flights start at $119 while deals on Sun Country Air start at $138 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport (average of $230). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $332). 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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