Are there direct flights from Dallas to Houston?

Direct flights from Dallas to Houston are available, but they represent a smaller portion of the total routes. Historically, approximately 15.1% of flights on this route are direct. For flights that include one or more stops, travelers can expect a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options exist, connecting flights are more common for this route across a 90-day period.

What's the flight time from Dallas to Houston?

The typical direct flight time from Dallas to Houston is approximately 1 hour and 11 minutes, covering a distance of 362 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to around 12 hours and 58 minutes. This substantial difference highlights the efficiency of direct routes compared to those with layovers for this particular journey.

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

Historically, deals for flights from Dallas to Houston are classified as frequent. This means that price fluctuations and new offers appear regularly across a 30-day window. Given the frequent availability of deals, setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers looking to secure a favorable fare for this route.

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Dallas to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to Houston

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Dallas to Houston, the data indicates that December is typically the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of just $99. Following December, February also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $155. Even April presents a more budget-friendly option compared to other times of the year, showing a median fare of $267.

Right now, fares for flights from Dallas to Houston typically range from $250 to $489, with a median price of $335. Current fares are near the typical level for this route. However, it is worth noting that 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that deals may be less common at present. New deals appear almost daily, indicating frequent opportunities for price changes.

When considering flights from Dallas to Houston, most itineraries connect at least once. Only 15.1% of recent fares were for direct flights from Dallas to Houston. For the majority of itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Dallas to Houston, including connections, takes approximately 21h 40m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting flights on this route. For the limited number of non-stop options available, the flight time is considerably shorter, at 1h 11m.

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Houston

Regular price: $114 - $139

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

Regular prices for flights from Dallas to Houston typically range from $114 to $139. The current lowest deal is $142 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 6-Oct 28.

now $142

Low $114

High $139

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from DFW to HOU is September, with a median price of $263. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $774. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $263

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $774

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dallas to Houston

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Houston

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (HOU)

$1,045

$479

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (IAH)

$1,281

$479

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (IAH)

$1,520

$489

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (IAH)

$1,477

$489

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (IAH)

$1,512

$509

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (IAH)

$1,031

$415

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 14 - Aug 15

$1,520 → $489

68%

2 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 16

$1,512 → $509

66%

1 night

Aug 15 - Aug 16

$1,484 → $489

67%

4 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 18

$1,477 → $489

67%

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 are near the typical level of $335.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for prices as low as $99

Historically, December, February, and April offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 11m

The typical direct flight from Dallas to Houston takes 1 hour and 11 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 15.1% of flights from DFW to HOU are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $142

A recent deal on Frontier Airlines for $142 is available from October 6-October 28.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from DFW to HOU are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Dallas main airports to depart from

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International is a convenient option for flights from Dallas to Houston.

📍 ~26 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$121

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field offers another departure choice for your trip to Houston.

📍 ~9 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$186

Houston main airports to arrive at

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Dallas to Houston.

📍 ~25 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$121

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Austin–Bergstrom International offers extensive networks and high flight frequency, a practical alternative for Houston.

📍 ~230 km from Houston (reachable by car, but traffic can impact travel time)

💸 Flights from ~$127

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Aug 31

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From DFW

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Houston, United States

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From DFW

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Houston, United States

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From DFW

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Houston, United States

46% AI deal score

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From DFW

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Houston, United States

46% AI deal score

$2,964

$2,615

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Business Class

From DFW

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Houston, United States

46% AI deal score

$421

$397

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Business Class

From DFW

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Aug 10

Houston, United States

45% AI deal score

$2,395

$2,316

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Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Aug 16

Houston, United States

45% AI deal score

$2,637

$2,465

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From DFW

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Houston, United States

45% AI deal score

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$2,540

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Business Class

From DFW

Elite

Oct 03

Houston, United States

45% AI deal score

$442

$427

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Business Class

From DFW

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Houston, United States

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$2,136

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Business Class

From DFW

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Houston, United States

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Historically, the optimal time to purchase flights from Dallas to Houston is 60 or more days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is typically around $376. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $751. For travelers planning within a 90-day window, booking well in advance can lead to substantial savings.

A good price for a flight from Dallas to Houston is considered to be $250 or less, based on historical data across a 90-day window. The median price for this route typically falls around $335. Prices above $489 are generally on the higher end, indicating that securing a fare at or below $250 represents a favorable deal for travelers.

Historically, December has been the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Houston, with a median price of $99. February also offers good value, with a median price of $155. While April shows a median of $267, the annual median price for this route across a 270-day window is $335, suggesting that December and February are particularly economical choices for this journey.

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Dallas to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to Houston

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Houston

Regular price: $114 - $139

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

Regular prices for flights from Dallas to Houston typically range from $114 to $139. The current lowest deal is $142 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 6-Oct 28.

now $142

Low $114

High $139

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from DFW to HOU is September, with a median price of $263. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $774. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $263

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $774

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dallas to Houston

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Houston

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (HOU)

$1,045

$479

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (IAH)

$1,281

$479

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (IAH)

$1,520

$489

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (IAH)

$1,477

$489

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (IAH)

$1,512

$509

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Houston

Dallas (DAL) - Houston (IAH)

$1,031

$415

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 14 - Aug 15

$1,520 → $489

68%

2 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 16

$1,512 → $509

66%

1 night

Aug 15 - Aug 16

$1,484 → $489

67%

4 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 18

$1,477 → $489

67%

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 are near the typical level of $335.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for prices as low as $99

Historically, December, February, and April offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 11m

The typical direct flight from Dallas to Houston takes 1 hour and 11 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 15.1% of flights from DFW to HOU are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $142

A recent deal on Frontier Airlines for $142 is available from October 6-October 28.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from DFW to HOU are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Dallas main airports to depart from

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International is a convenient option for flights from Dallas to Houston.

📍 ~26 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$121

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field offers another departure choice for your trip to Houston.

📍 ~9 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$186

Houston main airports to arrive at

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Dallas to Houston.

📍 ~25 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$121

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Austin–Bergstrom International offers extensive networks and high flight frequency, a practical alternative for Houston.

Houston, United States

44% AI deal score

$2,288

$2,241

Save $47

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Cheap Flights from Dallas to Houston

Today’s best flight deals from Dallas to Houston

Dallas to Houston: Overview

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 prices as low as $99

Direct flights average 1h 11m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $142

Deals appear frequently on this route

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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Sep 05

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Sep 06

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

When should I buy Dallas to Houston tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Dallas to Houston?

What's the best month to fly from Dallas to Houston?

Are there direct flights from Dallas to Houston?

What's the flight time from Dallas to Houston?

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

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Flights to Houston from other cities

Dallas to Houston: Overview

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 prices as low as $99

Direct flights average 1h 11m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $142

Deals appear frequently on this route

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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Sep 05

Aug 29

Aug 15

Aug 10

Sep 06

Aug 10

Aug 16

Aug 14

Oct 03

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Aug 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

When should I buy Dallas to Houston tickets?

What is a good price for a flight from Dallas to Houston?

What's the best month to fly from Dallas to Houston?