Are direct flights from Houston to Quito always the best option?

Direct flights often offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with layovers can sometimes be cheaper, especially if you are willing to accept a longer travel duration. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel time.

Can flexible travel dates help on Houston to Quito flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or those during the off-season often have lower fares than weekend or peak-season travel. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Houston to Quito flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for changes or cancellations. Being aware of these additional expenses can help you calculate the true cost of your trip.

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2027-01-11 – 2027-01-20
HOU - Quito
70% AI deal score
$397
$517
Round trip
2027-01-11 – 2027-02-03
HOU - Quito
70% AI deal score
$373
$517
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HOU - Quito
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$394
$517
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2027-01-16 – 2027-01-20
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$426
$519
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HOU - Quito
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$382
$519
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2027-01-19 – 2027-02-03
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$388
$519
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2027-01-11 – 2027-01-28
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2027-02-02 – 2027-02-18
HOU - Quito
71% AI deal score
$468
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2027-02-01 – 2027-02-03
HOU - Quito
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$497
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Houston to Quito: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Quito

A typical journey from Houston to Quito takes about 5h 15m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights, this duration accounts for the additional travel time. For connecting flights specifically, the median journey time extends to 19h 55m, while non-stop flights, though rare, would take 5h 15m.

When looking for cheap flights from Houston to Quito, the cheapest months to fly are typically November, with a median fare of $702, and October, with a median fare of $716. June also presents a relatively lower median fare at $1021 compared to other periods. Planning your trip during these months could lead to more favorable prices.

Fares for flights from Houston to Quito are typically $524–$1389, with a median of $791. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is currently 0%, indicating that while some fares are lower, they may not be considered exceptional deals.

The route from Houston to Quito covers a distance of 3800 km, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. This distance means you can expect a substantial journey, often involving connections, as only 3% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. Most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Houston to Quito

Regular price: $340 - $958

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

The regular price range for this route is between $340 and $958. The current lowest deal is $517 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Jan 11-Jan 20.

now $517

Low $340

High $958

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Quito

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Quito is November, with a median price of $702. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1801. Prices are generally lower from June to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $702

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,801

May

Jun

Jul

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Houston to Quito

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Quito

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Avianca

$520

$915

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Frontier Airlines

$439

$640

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Avianca

$478

$916

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Frontier Airlines

$451

$678

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Avianca

$413

$863

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Frontier Airlines, Copa Airlines

$445

$662

One-way

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

2 nights

Feb 1 - Feb 3

$497 → $531

16 nights

Feb 2 - Feb 18

$468 → $525

12%

17 nights

Feb 1 - Feb 18

$465 → $537

16%

16 nights

Feb 1 - Feb 17

$465 → $552

19%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Quito

Houston - Quito route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares for Houston to Quito are below the typical level of $791.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $702.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 15m.

Direct flights from Houston to Quito typically take 5h 15m, while connecting flights average 19h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Connecting flights are dominant, making up 97% of available options for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $517.

Frontier Airlines recently offered a deal for $517 from Houston to Quito.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals for this route are rare.

Deals for flights from Houston to Quito are rare, appearing infrequently.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$587

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport is an alternative for flights from Houston to Quito.

📍 ~16 km from Houston city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$912

Quito main airports to arrive at

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Cheapest

Mariscal Sucre International Airport is a convenient arrival airport for your trip to Quito from Houston.

📍 ~14 km from Quito (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$575

Airports nearby Quito used as alternative

José Joaquín de Olmedo International (GYE)

Cheapest

Consider GYE for comparable international connectivity within Ecuador, offering extensive flight options and high reliability.

📍 ~270 km from Quito (approximately 7 hours by road, may require a separate domestic flight).

💸 Flights from ~$472

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Quito

$1,559

Save $772

Aeroméxico

Business Class

From IAH

Elite

Nov 16

Quito, Ecuador

89% AI deal score

$2,351

$1,559

Save $792

Avianca

Business Class

From IAH

Elite

Nov 18

Quito, Ecuador

89% AI deal score

$2,344

$1,562

Save $782

Avianca

Business Class

From IAH

Elite

Nov 29

Quito, Ecuador

89% AI deal score

$2,434

$1,582

Save $852

Avianca

Business Class

From IAH

Elite

Nov 27

Quito, Ecuador

89% AI deal score

$2,434

$1,582

Save $852

Avianca

Business Class

From IAH

Elite

Jan 15

Quito, Ecuador

88% AI deal score

$2,282

$1,559

Save $723

Avianca

Business Class

From IAH

Elite

Nov 11

Quito, Ecuador

88% AI deal score

$2,357

$1,582

Save $775

Avianca

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Quito

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you survey various options and identify potential savings. Often, booking in advance or looking at flights during off-peak seasons may also lead to better deals.

Booking flights in advance is often recommended, as prices may increase closer to the departure date. However, sometimes last-minute deals can appear, though these are less predictable. Monitoring price trends for your desired travel period can help you decide when to book.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover different flight options or potentially lower fares. While it may add to travel time, the savings could be significant enough to consider. Always weigh the cost savings against the convenience of your preferred airport.

Houston to Quito: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Quito

How much is a round trip from Houston to Quito

Regular price: $340 - $958

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

The regular price range for this route is between $340 and $958. The current lowest deal is $517 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Jan 11-Jan 20.

now $517

Low $340

High $958

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Quito

November

Cheapest

Flights from $702

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,801

May

Jun

Jul

Oct

Nov

Direct flights from Houston to Quito

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Quito

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Avianca

$520

$915

One-way

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Frontier Airlines

$439

$640

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Avianca

$478

$916

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Frontier Airlines

$451

$678

One-way

Mon, Nov 9

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Avianca

$413

$863

One-way

Thu, Nov 12

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Quito

Houston (IAH) - Quito (UIO)

Frontier Airlines, Copa Airlines

$445

$662

One-way

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

2 nights

Feb 1 - Feb 3

$497 → $531

16 nights

Feb 2 - Feb 18

$468 → $525

12%

17 nights

Feb 1 - Feb 18

$465 → $537

16%

16 nights

Feb 1 - Feb 17

$465 → $552

19%

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Quito

Houston - Quito route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares for Houston to Quito are below the typical level of $791.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $702.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 5h 15m.

Direct flights from Houston to Quito typically take 5h 15m, while connecting flights average 19h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Connecting flights are dominant, making up 97% of available options for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $517.

Frontier Airlines recently offered a deal for $517 from Houston to Quito.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals for this route are rare.

Deals for flights from Houston to Quito are rare, appearing infrequently.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$587

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby Airport is an alternative for flights from Houston to Quito.

📍 ~16 km from Houston city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~$912

Quito main airports to arrive at

Mariscal Sucre International (UIO)

Cheapest

Mariscal Sucre International Airport is a convenient arrival airport for your trip to Quito from Houston.

📍 ~14 km from Quito (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$575

Airports nearby Quito used as alternative

José Joaquín de Olmedo International (GYE)

Cheapest

Consider GYE for comparable international connectivity within Ecuador, offering extensive flight options and high reliability.

Quito, Ecuador

88% AI deal score

$2,357

$1,582

Save $775

Avianca

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Quito

Cheap Flights from Houston to Quito

Today’s best flight deals from Houston to Quito

Houston to Quito: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Quito

How much is a round trip from Houston to Quito

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Quito

Direct flights from Houston to Quito

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Quito

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

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Quito

Houston - Quito route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

November is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights average 5h 15m.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $517.

Deals for this route are rare.

Houston main airports to depart from

Quito main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Quito used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Quito

Best Elite deals to Quito

Dec 06

Nov 30

Nov 29

Nov 08

Nov 06

Nov 26

Nov 16

Nov 18

Nov 29

Nov 27

Jan 15

Nov 11

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Quito

How can I find cheap flights from Houston to Quito?

When should I book flights from Houston to Quito?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Houston to Quito?

Are direct flights from Houston to Quito always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Houston to Quito flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Houston to Quito flights?

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Flights to Quito from other cities

Houston to Quito: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston to Quito

How much is a round trip from Houston to Quito

The cheapest time to fly from Houston to Quito

Direct flights from Houston to Quito

Last-minute flights going from Houston to Quito

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

Popular Airports to fly from Houston to Quito

Houston - Quito route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

November is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Direct flights average 5h 15m.

Connecting flights are dominant for this route.

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $517.

Deals for this route are rare.

Houston main airports to depart from

Quito main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Quito used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Quito

Best Elite deals to Quito

Dec 06

Nov 30

Nov 29

Nov 08

Nov 06

Nov 26

Nov 16

Nov 18

Nov 29

Nov 27

Jan 15

Nov 11

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Quito

How can I find cheap flights from Houston to Quito?

When should I book flights from Houston to Quito?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Houston to Quito?