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September 1 - September 8

Cheapest

MEM - Houston

$155

$175

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July 27 - July 29

Best

MEM - Houston

$249

$185

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July 27 - August 5

MEM - Houston

$233

$185

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August 10 - August 12

Best

MEM - Houston

$260

$186

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July 27 - August 12

MEM - Houston

$219

$195

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July 7 - July 14

Earliest

MEM - Houston

$169

$197

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July 14 - July 15

MEM - Houston

$174

$197

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July 15 - July 22

MEM - Houston

$248

$197

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August 10 - August 14

MEM - Houston

$257

$201

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August 22 - August 26

MEM - Houston

$146

$205

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Insights for flights from Memphis to Houston

A typical journey from Memphis to Houston takes about 3h 36m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 754 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Memphis to Houston, new deals appear almost daily, making it easy to monitor price changes.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Memphis to Houston, January stands out with a median fare of $135. Other cost-effective months include May, with a median fare of $239, and June, where the median fare is $267. Planning your travel during these months can lead to more favorable prices.

Fares for flights from Memphis to Houston typically range from $267–$494, with a median of $279. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level. This route is characterized by a high proportion of non-stop options, as 73.5% of recent fares are for direct flights from Memphis to Houston. For the remaining itineraries, most involve four or more connections.

How much is a round trip from Memphis to Houston

Regular price: $121 - $289

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between $121 and $289. The current lowest deal is $175 with Southwest Airlines, for travel from Sep 1-Sep 8.

now $175

Low $121

High $289

The cheapest time to fly from Memphis to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from Memphis to Houston is January, with a median price of $135. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $607. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $135

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $607

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Direct flights from Memphis to Houston

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Last-minute flights going from Memphis to Houston

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Houston

Memphis (MEM) - Houston (HOU)

$306

$233

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Houston

Memphis (MEM) - Houston (HOU)

$270

$253

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Houston

Memphis (MEM) - Houston (HOU)

$270

$253

One-way

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Houston

Memphis (MEM) - Houston (HOU)

$329

$289

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Houston

Memphis (MEM) - Houston (HOU)

$281

$253

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Houston

Memphis (MEM) - Houston (HOU)

$281

$253

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 12

$260 → $186

28%

7 nights

Jun 30 - Jul 7

$306 → $233

24%

2 nights

Dec 24 - Dec 26

$380 → $315

17%

2 nights

Jul 27 - Jul 29

$249 → $185

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Memphis to Houston

Memphis - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for MEM to HOU are $175, above the typical level of $155.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Memphis to Houston, with a median price of $135.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 3h 36m

The typical flight duration from Memphis to Houston is 3 hours and 36 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are frequent

Direct flights are frequent, with 73.5% of recent deals being direct from Memphis to Houston.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Southwest Airlines is one of the airlines that offers direct flights from Memphis to Houston.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Memphis to Houston appear frequently, with over 1 deal per day.

Memphis main airports to depart from

Memphis International (MEM)

Cheapest

Memphis International Airport (MEM) is a good option for flights from Memphis to Houston.

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

💸 Flights from ~$175

Houston main airports to arrive at

William P. Hobby (HOU)

Cheapest

William P. Hobby Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Memphis to Houston.

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

💸 Flights from ~$175

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

George Bush Intercontinental Airport serves as another arrival choice for your trip to Houston.

📍 ~35 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$185

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International offers extensive domestic and growing international routes for travelers from Houston.

📍 ~230 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$157

San Antonio International (SAT)

Cheapest

San Antonio International provides reliable service and competitive pricing for domestic routes, with direct highway access.

📍 ~300 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$98

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Dallas/Fort Worth International is a massive global hub offering nearly any destination not served by Houston.

📍 ~380 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$164

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field is a major domestic hub, particularly useful for Southwest Airlines passengers, and easier to navigate.

📍 ~360 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$208

Easterwood (CLL)

Easterwood is the closest geographical alternative for residents in Northwest Houston suburbs with fast processing.

📍 ~140 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$600

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Houston

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Memphis to Houston is typically within the 28-59 day window before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $284. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $668. Even flights booked 60+ days in advance are generally more expensive, with an average price of $459.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Memphis to Houston is considered to be $267 or less. The median price for this route has been $279. Prices can go up significantly, with 75% of tickets costing $494 or more. This threshold is based on an analysis of prices over a 90-day period.

Historically, January stands out as the cheapest month to fly from Memphis to Houston, with a median price of $135. May and June also offer relatively lower median prices at $239 and $267, respectively. The overall annual median price for this route is $279, indicating that these months provide opportunities for savings compared to the yearly average.

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