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October 10 - October 21

Cheapest

Best

DFW - Houston

$178

$149

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July 14 - July 25

DFW - Houston

$162

$166

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July 14 - July 18

DFW - Houston

$186

$166

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July 14 - August 11

DFW - Houston

$153

$166

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August 11 - August 18

DFW - Houston

$171

$175

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July 14 - July 21

DFW - Houston

$178

$176

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October 14 - October 21

DFW - Houston

$193

$178

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July 3 - July 7

Earliest

DFW - Houston

$196

$185

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July 16 - July 18

DFW - Houston

$185

$187

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August 27 - August 29

DFW - Houston

$182

$187

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Insights for flights from Dallas to Houston

December stands out as the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Houston, with a median fare of just $99. This offers a significant saving compared to other times of the year, making it an opportune period for budget-conscious travelers. Following December, February also presents competitive fares, with a median of $155, and April offers a median fare of $267.

When looking for cheap flights from Dallas to Houston, fares typically range from $267–$498, with a median price of $351. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional deals might require careful timing. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

The typical journey from Dallas to Houston takes approximately 21h 2m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover. Given that only 17.2% of recent fares are for direct flights from Dallas to Houston, travelers should expect to make connections. For itineraries that are not non-stop, the median number of stopovers is 2.

The distance between Dallas and Houston is 362 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance means that while the journey time can be extended by connections, the actual flight segment is brief.

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Houston

Regular price: $142 - $187

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Dallas to Houston.

The regular price range for flights from Dallas to Houston is $142 to $187. The current lowest deal is $149 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 10 to Oct 21.

now $149

Low $142

High $187

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Houston

Flights from DFW to HOU are cheapest in December, with a median price of $99. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $561. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $99

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Flights from $561

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Direct flights from Dallas to Houston

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Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Houston

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Houston

Dallas (DFW) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$196

$185

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Houston

Dallas (DFW) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$154

$204

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Houston

Dallas (DFW) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$180

$189

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (HOU)

$298

$239

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (HOU)

Southwest Airlines

$298

$254

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

DFW - Houston

Dallas (DFW) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$180

$212

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dallas to Houston

1 night

Aug 11 - Aug 12

$900 → $239

73%

4 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 16

$885 → $274

69%

7 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 18

$853 → $415

51%

6 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 18

$850 → $415

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Dallas to Houston

Dallas - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from DFW to HOU have been near the typical level of $351.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from DFW to HOU, with a median price of $99.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 21h 2m on average

The typical flight duration from Dallas to Houston with connections is 21h 2m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Only 17.2% of recent deals are for direct flights, with 2 stopovers being typical.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal for $149

A recent deal on Frontier Airlines was found for $149 from DFW to HOU.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently, about once per day

Deals from DFW to HOU are frequent, appearing on average more than once a day.

Dallas main airports to depart from

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport offers flights to Houston and is often the cheapest option.

📍 ~30 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$149

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field is an alternative departure airport for flights from Dallas to Houston.

📍 ~10 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$198

Houston main airports to arrive at

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport serves as a major hub for flights arriving in Houston.

📍 ~20 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$149

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport offers another convenient option for reaching Houston.

📍 ~15 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$155

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS) is a major international airport with extensive domestic and growing international route networks.

📍 ~220 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$183

San Antonio International (SAT)

Cheapest

San Antonio International (SAT) is a large international airport with reliable service and multiple carriers.

📍 ~300 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$145

Easterwood (CLL)

Easterwood (CLL) is the closest geographical alternative for residents in Northwest Houston suburbs.

📍 ~140 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$395

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Houston

Houston, United States

34% AI deal score

$3,185

From DFW

Elite

Nov 17

Houston, United States

32% AI deal score

$1,529

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Historically, the best prices for flights from Dallas to Houston are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $376. Prices typically increase closer to departure, with flights booked 14-27 days out averaging $474. For last-minute bookings within 0-6 days of travel, the average price rises significantly to $751. Planning ahead by at least two months generally offers the most savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Dallas to Houston is considered to be $267 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $351. Prices can go up to $498 or more for the higher end of the market. Aiming for prices at or below the $267 threshold will typically secure a favorable deal.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Houston, with a median price of $99. February also offers competitive prices, with a median of $155. The annual median price for this route is $351, indicating that certain months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average. April, for example, had a median price of $267.

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Insights for flights from Dallas to Houston

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Houston

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Houston

Direct flights from Dallas to Houston

Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Houston

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dallas to Houston

Popular Airports to fly from Dallas to Houston

Dallas - Houston route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Fly in December for the best prices

Connecting flights take 21h 2m on average

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal for $149

Deals appear frequently, about once per day

Dallas main airports to depart from

Houston main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Houston

Best Elite deals to Houston

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