Can I fly direct from Houston to Dallas?

Direct flights from Houston to Dallas are available, though they represent a smaller portion of the total flights, historically accounting for 16.1% of routes. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically 2. Travelers prioritizing convenience may need to plan accordingly to secure a direct flight, as connecting flights are more common on this route.

How many hours is the flight from Houston to Dallas?

The typical direct flight from Houston to Dallas has a median duration of 77 minutes, or approximately 1 hour and 17 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median duration significantly increases to 703 minutes, which is about 11 hours and 43 minutes. The distance between the two cities is 362 kilometers. Travelers should consider these differences in flight time when planning their journey.

How often do Houston to Dallas flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Houston to Dallas route have shown regular price drops. This indicates that travelers may frequently find opportunities for more favorable fares. Monitoring prices consistently across the trailing 30 days can be beneficial for securing a good deal on this route.

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2027-02-01 – 2027-02-02
HOU - Dallas
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Houston to Dallas: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Dallas

A typical journey from Houston to Dallas takes about 1h 17m, including connections. This short duration reflects the proximity of the two cities, making it a convenient route for travelers. While the flight itself is brief, the overall journey time accounts for potential layovers, as most itineraries on this route involve at least one stop.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Houston to Dallas, right now fares are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $228–$579, with a median of $346. Currently, new deals show up several times a week, offering regular opportunities to find favorable prices.

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Dallas is often in February and March, with median fares of just $99 for both months. December also presents a more affordable option, with a median fare of $278. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

Most itineraries from Houston to Dallas are not direct, with most itineraries connecting at least once. Only 16.1% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. When a connection is involved, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which can extend the overall travel time significantly.

How much is a round trip from Houston to Dallas

Regular price: $125 - $203

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

Regular prices for flights from Houston to Dallas typically range from $125 to $203. The current lowest deal is $84 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Feb 1-Feb 6.

now $84

Low $125

High $203

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Dallas

The cheapest month to fly from HOU to DFW is February, with a median price of $99. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $881. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $99

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $881

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Direct flights from Houston to Dallas

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Dallas

Thu, Oct 29

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Dallas

Houston (IAH) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$377

$258

One-way

Sat, Nov 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Dallas

Houston (HOU) - Dallas (DAL)

Southwest Airlines

$312

$241

One-way

Mon, Nov 16

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Dallas

Houston (IAH) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$193

$114

One-way

Thu, Nov 19

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Dallas

Houston (IAH) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$190

$138

One-way

Thu, Nov 19

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Dallas

Houston (IAH) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$156

$146

One-way

Thu, Nov 19

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Dallas

Houston (IAH) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$156

$146

One-way

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

2 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 12

$309 → $147

52%

2 nights

Nov 21 - Nov 23

$301 → $147

51%

4 nights

Nov 19 - Nov 23

$301 → $147

51%

7 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 16

$291 → $147

49%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Dallas

Houston - Dallas route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Houston to Dallas are below the typical level of $346.

📅 Best time to fly

February and March offer the lowest median prices

Historically, February and March offer the lowest median prices at $99 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 17m

Direct flights from Houston to Dallas typically take 1h 17m, while connecting flights average 20h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Only 16.1% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one airline that offers direct flights from Houston to Dallas.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly on this route

Deals for flights from Houston to Dallas appear regularly, with a median price of $150.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) is a good option for flights from Houston to Dallas.

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

💸 Flights from ~$118

Dallas main airports to arrive at

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International is a major hub for flights to Dallas from Houston.

📍 ~26 km from Dallas (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$94

Airports nearby Dallas used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International offers a reliable alternative for central Texas travel with high flight frequency.

📍 ~300 km from Dallas (approximately 3-hour drive, traffic can be unpredictable)

💸 Flights from ~$91

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dallas

39% AI deal score

$2,885

Aeroméxico, +1

Business Class

From IAH

Elite

Dec 04

Dallas, United States

39% AI deal score

$2,896

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From IAH

Elite

Nov 26

Dallas, United States

39% AI deal score

$2,943

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From IAH

Elite

Dec 04

Dallas, United States

39% AI deal score

$2,954

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dallas

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Houston to Dallas is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for tickets has been around $506. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $605. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance has historically shown an average price of $736, indicating that very early booking may not always yield the lowest fares on this route.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Houston to Dallas is considered to be $228 or less. The median price for this route has been $346. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically falling below $579. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices at or below the $228 threshold.

Historically, February and March have been the best months to fly from Houston to Dallas, both showing a median price of $99. The annual median price for this route is $346, indicating significant potential savings during these months. December has historically been the most expensive month, with a median price of $278. Planning your trip during the historically cheaper months could result in more favorable fares.

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Houston to Dallas: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Dallas

How much is a round trip from Houston to Dallas

Regular price: $125 - $203

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

Regular prices for flights from Houston to Dallas typically range from $125 to $203. The current lowest deal is $84 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Feb 1-Feb 6.

now $84

Low $125

High $203

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Dallas

The cheapest month to fly from HOU to DFW is February, with a median price of $99. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $881. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $99

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $881

Jan

Feb

Mar

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec