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 routes. Historically, approximately 13.6% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights with stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers.

How many hours is the flight from Houston to Dallas?

The median direct flight time from Houston to Dallas is approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes. This route covers a distance of 362 kilometers. Flights with one stopover, however, typically have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 11 hours and 47 minutes.

How often do Houston to Dallas flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Houston to Dallas route tend to drop frequently. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions when monitoring this route.

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2026-08-19 – 2026-08-26
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 24m, including connections. This short flight time reflects the close proximity of the two cities, making it a convenient route for travelers. While the journey is brief, most itineraries involve at least one stopover, with a median of 2 connections for those not flying direct.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Houston to Dallas, right now fares are above the typical level. Over the past 90 days, fares have typically ranged from $248–$538, with a median of $356. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare might require some flexibility.

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Dallas is often in November, with a median fare of just $127. February also offers competitive prices, with a median of $155. Another relatively affordable month is April, where the median fare is $267. These months present the best opportunities for more budget-friendly travel.

The distance between Houston and Dallas is 362 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This short distance contributes to the quick flight times and makes it a popular option for regional travel. New deals for this route appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find available flights.

How much is a round trip from Houston to Dallas

Regular price: $154 - $255

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

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Dallas is typically between $154 and $255. The current lowest deal is $126 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Aug 19-Aug 26.

now $126

Low $154

High $255

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Dallas

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Dallas is December, with a median price of $120. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $684. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $120

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $684

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Direct flights from Houston to Dallas

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Dallas

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Dallas

Houston (IAH) - Dallas (DFW)

United Airlines

$111

$162

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Dallas

Houston (HOU) - Dallas (DAL)

Southwest Airlines

$314

$162

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Dallas

Houston (HOU) - Dallas (DAL)

Southwest Airlines

$337

$196

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Dallas

Houston (IAH) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$193

$156

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

HOU - Dallas

Houston (HOU) - Dallas (DAL)

Southwest Airlines

$296

$162

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Dallas

Houston (IAH) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$217

$168

One-way

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

7 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 23

$614 → $287

53%

2 nights

Sep 14 - Sep 16

$320 → $162

49%

7 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 16

$353 → $196

45%

2 nights

Sep 22 - Sep 24

$328 → $172

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Dallas

Houston - Dallas route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Houston to Dallas are above the typical level, with a median price of $356.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $120.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 24m.

The median flight time for a direct flight from Houston to Dallas is 1 hour and 24 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Only 13.6% of recent flights are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights.

Southwest Airlines has direct flights available from Houston to Dallas.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

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

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$125

Dallas main airports to arrive at

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International is a key arrival airport for flights from Houston to Dallas.

📍 ~26 km from Dallas (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$125

Airports nearby Dallas used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Cheapest

Austin–Bergstrom International offers a strong variety of carriers and is a reliable alternative for central Texas travel.

📍 ~290 km from Dallas (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$115

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Dallas

72% AI deal score

$1,762

$872

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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 a ticket is around $304. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging $463. Similarly, booking 7-13 days in advance sees an average price of $627.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Houston to Dallas is considered to be $248 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $356. Prices can vary, with 75% of tickets historically costing $538 or less.

Historically, November is often the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Dallas, with a median price of $127. February also offers competitive prices, with a median of $155. In contrast, April has shown a higher median price of $267, which also represents the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days.

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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: $154 - $255

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

The regular price range for flights from Houston to Dallas is typically between $154 and $255. The current lowest deal is $126 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Aug 19-Aug 26.

now $126

Low $154

High $255

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Dallas

December

Cheapest

Flights from $120

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $684

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