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Today’s best flight deals from Houston to Washington, D.C.

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Houston to Washington, D.C.

July 8 - July 21

Cheapest
Earliest

IAH - Washington, D.C.

$217

$141

Round trip

July 15 - July 22

Cheapest

IAH - Washington, D.C.

$237

$141

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July 15 - July 21

Cheapest

IAH - Washington, D.C.

$237

$141

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July 21 - July 28

Cheapest

IAH - Washington, D.C.

$233

$141

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July 14 - July 21

Cheapest

IAH - Washington, D.C.

$237

$141

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August 12 - August 18

Cheapest
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IAH - Washington, D.C.

$272

$141

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August 19 - August 26

Cheapest
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IAH - Washington, D.C.

$276

$141

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September 8 - September 15

Cheapest

IAH - Washington, D.C.

$227

$141

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October 14 - October 21

IAH - Washington, D.C.

$245

$143

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October 13 - October 20

IAH - Washington, D.C.

$245

$143

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Insights for flights from Houston to Washington, D.C.

For those seeking cheap flights from Houston to Washington, D.C., fares typically range from $250–$699, with a median of $438. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route. Approximately 14% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, indicating a dynamic market.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Houston to Washington, D.C.? The most affordable month to travel is November, with a median fare of just $155. Other budget-friendly options include February, where the median fare is $257, and April, with a median fare of $279. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.
Regarding direct flights from Houston to Washington, D.C., 30.5% of recent itineraries are non-stop. Since most itineraries connect at least once, you can expect connecting flights to typically involve 2 stopovers. This means that while direct options exist, many travelers will experience at least one connection.
How long is the flight from Houston to Washington, D.C.? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 14h 31m. This median duration accounts for both direct and connecting itineraries, reflecting the common travel experience on this route.
The distance between Houston and Washington, D.C. is 1942 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul journey, indicating a moderate travel distance that often involves several hours in transit.

How much is a round trip from Houston to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $182 - $310

Prices for flights from Houston to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Washington, D.C. is between $182 and $310. The current lowest deal is $141 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from July 8 to July 21.

now $141

Low $182

High $310

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Washington is November, with a median price of $155. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1272. Generally, prices are lower from February to November.

November

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Flights from $155

December

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Flights from $1,272

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Direct flights from Houston to Washington, D.C.

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Last-minute flights going from Houston to Washington, D.C.

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Washington, D.C.

Frontier Airlines

Houston (IAH) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Frontier Airlines

$277

$176

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Washington, D.C.

Allegiant Air

Houston (HOU) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$496

$231

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⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Washington, D.C.

Allegiant Air

Houston (HOU) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$441

$231

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Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Washington, D.C.

Allegiant Air

Houston (HOU) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$496

$236

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Washington, D.C.

Allegiant Air

Houston (HOU) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$476

$243

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Washington, D.C.

Allegiant Air

Houston (HOU) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$467

$256

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Houston to Washington, D.C.

2 nights

Jul 26 - Jul 28

$460  →  $147

68%

5 nights

Jul 26 - Jul 31

$456  →  $169

63%

2 nights

Jul 19 - Jul 21

$469  →  $189

60%

3 nights

Jul 26 - Jul 29

$463  →  $184

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Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Washington, D.C.

Houston - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Houston to Washington, D.C. are below the typical level at $141.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically cheapest at $155

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Washington, D.C. at $155.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 14h 31m

The typical flight duration from Houston to Washington, D.C. is 14 hours and 31 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with 30.5% direct flights available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers deals from $141

Frontier Airlines has offered recent deals for flights from Houston to Washington, D.C. starting at $141.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Houston to Washington, D.C. appear frequently, more than once a day.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers flights to Washington, D.C. from Houston.

📍 ~25 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$141

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport offers flights to Washington, D.C. from Houston.

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

💸 Flights from ~$148

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Fly into Baltimore–Washington International for a potentially cheaper arrival option to the Washington, D.C. area.

📍 ~50 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$141

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National is a convenient arrival airport for reaching Washington, D.C.

📍 ~5 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$240

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Washington Dulles International is another arrival option for flights to the Washington, D.C. region.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$163

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive connectivity, often a viable alternative for trans-Atlantic routes.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or high-speed Amtrak rail service)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Richmond International (RIC)

Richmond International is the largest airport in Virginia outside the D.C. metro area, with a strong domestic network.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$235

Harrisburg International (MDT)

Harrisburg International is a convenient alternative for travelers in northern D.C. suburbs or Maryland, with reliable service.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$231

Norfolk International (ORF)

Norfolk International offers significant passenger volume and carrier variety, with good flight availability to major hubs.

📍 ~290 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$172

Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

Charlottesville–Albemarle provides reliable regional service with connections to major hubs and an efficient terminal experience.

📍 ~160 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$269

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Houston to Washington, D.C. is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this window, the average price was $457. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $914. For those booking 7-13 days in advance, the average price was $830.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Houston to Washington, D.C. was considered to be $250 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $438. About 75% of prices observed were $699 or less, indicating that prices can vary significantly.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $155. February also offers lower prices, with a median of $257. The overall annual median price for this route is $438, suggesting that certain months provide substantial savings.