What percentage of Tucson to Houston flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, a significant majority of flights from Tucson to Houston have been direct. Approximately 96.3% of flights on this route were direct, indicating high availability of non-stop options. For the small percentage of flights that do include a stopover, the median number of stopovers was 1.

What's the flight time from Tucson to Houston?

The typical direct flight from Tucson to Houston has a median duration of 306 minutes, which is 5 hours and 6 minutes. For flights involving one stop, the median flight time is generally longer, averaging 366 minutes, or 6 hours and 6 minutes. This difference accounts for the additional time spent during layovers.

Should I set a price alert for Tucson to Houston flights?

Based on historical trends, deals for flights from Tucson to Houston are classified as frequent. On average, there have been approximately 1.03 deals per day observed over a 30-day period. This consistent availability suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial to capture favorable pricing as it emerges.

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August 15 - August 22

Cheapest

TUS - Houston

$324

$248

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September 16 - September 19

Cheapest

TUS - Houston

$305

$248

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August 1 - August 6

Best

Earliest

TUS - Houston

$411

$258

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September 17 - September 30

TUS - Houston

$322

$259

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August 11 - September 1

TUS - Houston

$329

$267

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August 12 - September 3

TUS - Houston

$329

$267

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August 15 - August 20

TUS - Houston

$393

$267

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August 2 - August 8

TUS - Houston

$335

$269

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September 18 - September 29

TUS - Houston

$324

$280

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November 4 - November 9

TUS - Houston

$356

$280

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Tucson to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Tucson to Houston

The journey from Tucson to Houston covers a distance of 1503 km, classifying it as a medium-haul route. Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Tucson to Houston, fares typically range from $367–$369, with a median of $369. Current fares are near the typical level, and a significant 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find favorable pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Tucson to Houston? The data indicates that January is the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of just $187. Other cost-effective months include April and November, both showing median fares of $367.

For this route, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights from Tucson to Houston making up 96.3% of recent fares. This means you have a high probability of finding a non-stop option for your journey.

How long is the flight from Tucson to Houston? A typical journey, including any connections, takes approximately 5h 7m. Given the high share of direct flights, this duration often reflects the non-stop travel time.

How much is a round trip from Tucson to Houston

Regular price: $266 - $397

Prices for flights from Tucson to Houston are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Tucson to Houston is between $266 and $397. The current lowest deal is $249 with American Airlines for travel from Aug 15-Aug 22.

now $249

Low $266

High $397

The cheapest time to fly from Tucson to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from Tucson to Houston is January, with a median price of $187. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $369. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $187

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $369

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Direct flights from Tucson to Houston

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Tucson to Houston

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TUS - Houston

Tucson (TUS) - Houston (IAH)

United Airlines

$481

$450

One-way

Thu, Jul 9

⌛ Last-Minute

TUS - Houston

Tucson (TUS) - Houston (IAH)

American Airlines

$478

$460

One-way

Fri, Jul 10

⌛ Last-Minute

TUS - Houston

Tucson (TUS) - Houston (HOU)

American Airlines

$397

$383

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

TUS - Houston

Tucson (TUS) - Houston (HOU)

Southwest Airlines

$446

$434

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

TUS - Houston

Tucson (TUS) - Houston (HOU)

Southwest Airlines

$414

$350

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

TUS - Houston

Tucson (TUS) - Houston (HOU)

Southwest Airlines

$413

$309

One-way

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

7 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 14

$483 → $249

48%

6 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 13

$482 → $249

48%

4 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 13

$500 → $279

44%

5 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 14

$498 → $279

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Tucson to Houston

Tucson - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Tucson to Houston are near the typical level at $249.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $187

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Tucson to Houston, with a median price of $187.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 5h 7m

The typical flight duration from Tucson to Houston is 5 hours and 7 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

96.3% of deals are direct

Historically, 96.3% of deals for this route are for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines has offered direct flights from Tucson to Houston.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Tucson to Houston appear frequently, more than once a day.

Tucson main airports to depart from

Tucson International (TUS)

Cheapest

Tucson International Airport is the cheapest option for flights from Tucson to Houston.

📍 ~12 km from Tucson (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$225

Houston main airports to arrive at

William P. Hobby (HOU)

Cheapest

William P. Hobby Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Tucson to Houston.

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

💸 Flights from ~$225

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

George Bush Intercontinental Airport serves as another arrival option for flights from Tucson to Houston.

📍 ~30 km from Houston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$248

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International Airport can be a practical alternative with extensive domestic and growing international routes.

📍 ~230 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$275

San Antonio International (SAT)

San Antonio International Airport offers reliable service and competitive pricing for many domestic routes.

📍 ~300 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$287

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a massive global hub offering extensive flight options for any destination.

📍 ~380 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$280

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Cheapest

Dallas Love Field is a major domestic hub, especially useful for Southwest Airlines passengers.

📍 ~360 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$251

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Houston

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Jul 03

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Houston, United States

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Houston, United States

35% AI deal score

$1,313

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Tucson to Houston is typically 60+ days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, prices averaged around $356 for tickets booked in this window. For comparison, booking 14-27 days out saw average prices of $374, while waiting until 7-13 days before departure resulted in an average price of $468. Planning ahead can lead to more favorable pricing for this route.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Tucson to Houston is considered to be $367 or less. The median price for this route was $369 during that period. This threshold represents the lower end of prices observed, indicating a favorable deal for travelers.

Historically, January has shown the cheapest flights from Tucson to Houston, with a median price of $187. Other months that have offered more competitive pricing include April and November, both with a median price of $367. The annual median price for this route is $369, suggesting that certain months can offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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