What percentage of Fort Lauderdale to Houston flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 25.5% of flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston were direct. For travelers with connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed was 2. This means that a significant portion of travelers on this route historically had to make at least one stop. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

How long does it take to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Houston?

A direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston typically takes approximately 2 hours and 52 minutes, which is a median of 172 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 10 hours and 54 minutes, or 654 minutes. The distance covered on this route is 1552 kilometers. Travelers should factor in these durations when choosing between direct and connecting options.

How often do cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston come up frequently. This route is classified as having frequent availability of good deals. Travelers planning this route can often find favorable prices. This consistent availability makes it easier to find a suitable fare.

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Fort Lauderdale to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

The journey from Fort Lauderdale to Houston covers a distance of 1552 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston, new deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find fares.

Right now, fares for this route typically range from $205–$614, with a median price of $344. Current fares are above the typical level, and only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Houston? The most affordable month to fly is typically May, with a median fare of $60. April also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $69, followed by September at $75.

Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with only 25.5% of recent fares being direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston? A typical journey, including connections, takes about 20h 38m. For those flying non-stop, the median flight time is 2h 52m.

How much is a round trip from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

Regular price: $125 - $253

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

The regular price range for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston is typically between $125 and $253. The current lowest deal is $169 with Kayak, for travel from Aug 15-Aug 17.

now $169

Low $125

High $253

The cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from FLL to HOU is May, with a median price of $81. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $547. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $81

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $547

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

Frontier Airlines

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Houston

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Houston (HOU)

$382

$297

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Houston

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Houston (HOU)

$315

$228

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Houston

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Houston (HOU)

$335

$238

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Houston

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Houston (HOU)

$376

$287

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Houston

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Houston (HOU)

$374

$287

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Houston

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Houston (HOU)

$345

$248

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

1 night

Dec 2 - Dec 3

$353 → $179

49%

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$339 → $197

42%

3 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 18

$334 → $197

41%

4 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 19

$334 → $197

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

Fort Lauderdale - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Fort Lauderdale to Houston are above the typical level at $169.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices.

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Houston, with a median price of $81.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 52m.

The typical direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston takes 2h 52m, while connecting flights average 20h 38m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common.

Connecting flights make up 74.5% of recent deals for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer direct flights.

Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston appear frequently, with many deals within 30 days.

Fort Lauderdale main airports to depart from

Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International (FLL)

Cheapest

Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International is a convenient option for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston.

📍 ~6 km from Fort Lauderdale (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$75

Houston main airports to arrive at

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport is a good option for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston.

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

💸 Flights from ~$75

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International Airport is a major international airport with extensive routes, a good alternative.

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

💸 Flights from ~$158

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Historically, the best time to book flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this booking window, the average price for a flight was around $193. Booking 7-13 days out saw average prices increase to $667, while booking 0-6 days before departure resulted in an average price of $1072. For those planning further ahead, booking 60+ days in advance had an average price of $202, which is still higher than the optimal window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston was considered to be $205 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $344. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically observed at $614 or less. Aiming for a fare around $205 would put you in the lowest 25% of prices.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Houston, with a median price of $60. April also offered low prices, with a median of $69. September showed a median price of $75. These months are significantly cheaper than the annual median price of $344 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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Fort Lauderdale to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

How long is the flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston? A typical journey, including connections, takes about 20h 38m. For those flying non-stop, the median flight time is 2h 52m.

How much is a round trip from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

Regular price: $125 - $253

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

The regular price range for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston is typically between $125 and $253. The current lowest deal is $169 with Kayak, for travel from Aug 15-Aug 17.

now $169

Low $125

High $253

The cheapest time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from FLL to HOU is May, with a median price of $81. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $547. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $81

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $547

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

Frontier Airlines

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Houston

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Houston (HOU)

$382

$297

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Houston

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Houston (HOU)

$315

$228

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Houston

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Houston (HOU)

$335

$238

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Houston

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Houston (HOU)

$376

$287

One-way

Fri, Aug 7

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Houston

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Houston (HOU)

$374

$287

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

FLL - Houston

Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - Houston (HOU)

$345

$248

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

1 night

Dec 2 - Dec 3

$353 → $179

49%

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$339 → $197

42%

3 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 18

$334 → $197

41%

4 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 19

$334 → $197

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Houston