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

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jul. 8 — jul. 151
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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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(Southwest)

One-way from

$89
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$283

Good round-trip deal

$268 or less

Good one-way deal

$160 or less
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 ($9 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 July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Houston Hobby.
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Hobby
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 julio 3, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
mié. 8/2711:55 amBWI - HOU
Nonstop3h 15mSouthwest
mar. 9/25:55 amHOU - BWI
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
mié. 8/276:05 amDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 10mSouthwest
mar. 9/212:20 pmHOU - DCA
Nonstop2h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$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.
lun. 8/182:10 pmIAD - HOU
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
lun. 8/255:35 amHOU - IAD
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$197
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.
sáb. 9/1310:00 amBWI - HOU
2 stops6h 55mAmerican Airlines
dom. 9/146:00 amHOU - BWI
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$222
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/66:00 amIAD - HOU
1 stop7h 10mDelta
mié. 8/1310:22 amHOU - IAD
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 7/3$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/154:39 pmBWI - HOU
1 stop6h 52mDelta
lun. 8/186:34 pmHOU - BWI
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Deal found 7/3$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/68:59 amDCA - HOU
1 stop7h 22mDelta
mié. 8/131:05 pmHOU - DCA
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Deal found 7/3$237
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/96:11 amIAD - HOU
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/149:03 amHOU - IAD
1 stop12h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$287
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jue. 7/176:05 amIAD - HOU
1 stop14h 37mSun Country Air
dom. 7/206:06 pmHOU - IAD
1 stop16h 37mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/1$309

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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

mié. 8/27

11:55 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Houston Hobby

mar. 9/2

5:55 am-9:55 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$177

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - HOU

DCAHOU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 8/27

6:05 am-8:15 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston Hobby

mar. 9/2

12:20 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$177

Washington, D.C.Houston

IAD - HOU

IADHOU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 8/18

2:10 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Houston Hobby

lun. 8/25

5:35 am-1:20 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$197

BaltimoreHouston

BWI - HOU

BWIHOU

Baltimore/Washington

sáb. 9/13

10:00 am-3:55 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Houston Hobby

dom. 9/14

6:00 am-12:43 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$222

Washington, D.C.Houston

IAD - HOU

IADHOU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 8/6

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Houston Hobby

mié. 8/13

10:22 am-4:30 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$237

BaltimoreHouston

BWI - HOU

BWIHOU

Baltimore/Washington

vie. 8/15

4:39 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Houston Hobby

lun. 8/18

6:34 pm-12:23 am

1 stop4h 49m

$237

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - HOU

DCAHOU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 8/6

8:59 am-3:21 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Houston Hobby

mié. 8/13

1:05 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$237

Washington, D.C.Houston

IAD - HOU

IADHOU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 7/31

6:27 am-1:53 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Houston Hobby

lun. 8/4

8:23 pm-10:59 am

1 stop13h 36m

$300

Washington, D.C.Houston

IAD - HOU

IADHOU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 7/17

6:05 am-7:42 pm

1 stop14h 37m

Houston Hobby

dom. 7/20

6:06 pm-11:43 am

1 stop16h 37m

$309

BaltimoreHouston

BWI - HOU

BWIHOU

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 8/7

9:00 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$89

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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

For a stress-free departure from DCA, consider using the Metro, which is clean, affordable, and directly connected to the airport.

Read more about DCAby Emily Zemler
HOU

Upon arrival at HOU, use a map app to navigate surface streets efficiently, avoiding potential traffic on I-45.

Read more about HOUby Scott Laird
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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.
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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 June 27, 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 julio 3, 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 18% 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 June 29, 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. 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 julio 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

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.

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 ($177), American Airlines ($222), and Delta ($237) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Houston Hobby Airport. Southwest is priced at 42% 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 $89. American Airlines flights start at $104 while deals on Delta start at $119 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.

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    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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$95Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$177Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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