Are there direct flights from Omaha to Houston?

Yes, direct flights from Omaha to Houston are common. Historically, approximately 78.9% of all flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that a substantial majority of flights between these two cities offer a non-stop option, making direct travel frequently available.

How many hours is the flight from Omaha to Houston?

The typical direct flight from Omaha to Houston has a median duration of 2 hours and 22 minutes. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 7 hours and 44 minutes. The air distance between Omaha and Houston is approximately 1260 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in flight duration when planning their journey, depending on whether they choose a direct or connecting flight.

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

Based on historical trends, flights from Omaha to Houston are classified as a 'frequent' deal route. This means that price fluctuations and good deals appear regularly across the trailing quarter. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to capture these frequent opportunities, ensuring you are notified when prices drop to a desirable level. The consistent availability of deals makes this route suitable for price monitoring.

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Omaha to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Omaha to Houston

For cheap flights from Omaha to Houston, the data shows that February and March are typically the most affordable months, with median fares of $195 for both. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $200. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

Right now, fares for this route typically range from $325–$388, with a median price of $367. Current fares are below the typical level, and only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can help you track fluctuations.

When flying from Omaha to Houston, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 78.9% of recent fares being direct flights from Omaha to Houston. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Omaha to Houston takes about 4h 43m, including any connections. This duration accounts for the overall travel time you can expect when flying this route.

The distance between Omaha and Houston is approximately 1260 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick flight between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Omaha to Houston

Regular price: $257 - $402

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Omaha to Houston is $257 to $402. The current lowest deal is $240 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 26-Sep 28.

now $240

Low $257

High $402

The cheapest time to fly from Omaha to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from Omaha to Houston is February, with a median price of $195. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $475. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $195

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $475

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Omaha to Houston

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Omaha to Houston

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

OMA - Houston

Omaha (OMA) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$345

$281

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

OMA - Houston

Omaha (OMA) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$329

$280

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

OMA - Houston

Omaha (OMA) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$367

$280

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

OMA - Houston

Omaha (OMA) - Houston (HOU)

$455

$459

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

OMA - Houston

Omaha (OMA) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$327

$241

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

OMA - Houston

Omaha (OMA) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$367

$281

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$367 → $254

31%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$322 → $232

28%

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

$309 → $220

29%

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

$401 → $312

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Omaha to Houston

Omaha - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Omaha to Houston are below the typical level, with a median price of $367.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February or March for the best prices

Historically, February and March offer the lowest median prices at $195 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 4h 43m

The median flight duration for this route is 4 hours and 43 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights make up 78.9% of routes, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines was found for $240, departing September 26.

🎯 Booking tip

Frequent deals are available for this route

Deals for flights from Omaha to Houston are frequently available.

Omaha main airports to depart from

Eppley Airfield (OMA)

Cheapest

Eppley Airfield is a convenient departure point for flights from Omaha to Houston.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$223

Houston main airports to arrive at

William P. Hobby (HOU)

Cheapest

William P. Hobby Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Omaha to Houston.

📍 ~16 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$277

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International offers extensive route networks and is a reliable alternative for Houston.

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

💸 Flights from ~$157

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Sep 25

Houston, United States

81% AI deal score

$1,383

$707

Save $676

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From OMA

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Oct 01

Houston, United States

80% AI deal score

$1,291

$707

Save $584

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Business Class

From OMA

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Sep 16

Houston, United States

79% AI deal score

$1,148

$697

Save $451

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Business Class

From OMA

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Sep 13

Houston, United States

79% AI deal score

$1,212

$727

Save $485

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Business Class

From OMA

Elite

Dec 05

Houston, United States

78% AI deal score

$1,129

$737

Save $392

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Business Class

From OMA

Elite

Sep 15

Houston, United States

77% AI deal score

$1,149

$767

Save $382

United Airlines

Business Class

From OMA

Elite

Sep 13

Houston, United States

74% AI deal score

$1,162

$768

Save $394

From OMA

Houston, United States

68% AI deal score

$814

$672

Save $142

United Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Omaha to Houston is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been observed at approximately $399. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made further in advance, such as 14-27 days out, where the average price rises to $603. For those planning 60+ days ahead, the average price is around $431, while booking 28-59 days in advance typically sees an average price of $444.

A good deal for a flight from Omaha to Houston is considered to be $325 or less. This threshold is based on historical pricing data from the trailing 90 days, where 25% of all observed prices were at or below this amount. The median price for this route has been $367, with 75% of prices falling at or below $388. Therefore, if you find a fare at or below $325, it represents a particularly favorable price.

Historically, the trailing quarter indicates that February and March have offered the cheapest flights from Omaha to Houston, both with a median price of $195. January also presented competitive pricing, with a median of $200. These months are significantly lower than the annual median price of $367 for this route. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these months based on past trends.

Omaha to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Omaha to Houston

A typical journey from Omaha to Houston takes about 4h 43m, including any connections. This duration accounts for the overall travel time you can expect when flying this route.

The distance between Omaha and Houston is approximately 1260 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick flight between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Omaha to Houston

Regular price: $257 - $402

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Omaha to Houston is $257 to $402. The current lowest deal is $240 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 26-Sep 28.

now $240

Low $257

High $402

The cheapest time to fly from Omaha to Houston

February

Cheapest

Flights from $195

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $475

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Omaha to Houston

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Omaha to Houston

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

OMA - Houston

Omaha (OMA) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$345

$281

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

OMA - Houston

Omaha (OMA) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$329

$280

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

OMA - Houston

Omaha (OMA) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$367

$280

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

OMA - Houston

Omaha (OMA) - Houston (HOU)

$455

$459

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

OMA - Houston

Omaha (OMA) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$327

$241

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

OMA - Houston

Omaha (OMA) - Houston (IAH)

Frontier Airlines

$367

$281

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$367 → $254

31%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$322 → $232

28%

3 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 28

$309 → $220

29%

4 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 22

$401 → $312

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Omaha to Houston

Omaha - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Omaha to Houston are below the typical level, with a median price of $367.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February or March for the best prices

Historically, February and March offer the lowest median prices at $195 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typical flight time is 4h 43m

The median flight duration for this route is 4 hours and 43 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights make up 78.9% of routes, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

A recent deal from Frontier Airlines was found for $240, departing September 26.

🎯 Booking tip

Frequent deals are available for this route

Deals for flights from Omaha to Houston are frequently available.

Omaha main airports to depart from

Eppley Airfield (OMA)

Cheapest

Eppley Airfield is a convenient departure point for flights from Omaha to Houston.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$223

Houston main airports to arrive at

William P. Hobby (HOU)

Cheapest

William P. Hobby Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Omaha to Houston.

📍 ~16 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$277

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International offers extensive route networks and is a reliable alternative for Houston.

Houston, United States

74% AI deal score

$1,162

$768

Save $394

From OMA

Houston, United States

68% AI deal score

$814

$672

Save $142

United Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Cheap Flights from Omaha to Houston

Today’s best flight deals from Omaha to Houston

Omaha to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Omaha to Houston

How much is a round trip from Omaha to Houston

The cheapest time to fly from Omaha to Houston

Direct flights from Omaha to Houston

Last-minute flights going from Omaha to Houston

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

Popular Airports to fly from Omaha to Houston

Omaha - Houston route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in February or March for the best prices

Typical flight time is 4h 43m

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Frequent deals are available for this route

Omaha 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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Oct 01

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

When should I buy Omaha to Houston tickets?

How do I know if a Omaha to Houston flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Omaha to Houston?

Are there direct flights from Omaha to Houston?

How many hours is the flight from Omaha to Houston?

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

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Omaha to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Omaha to Houston

How much is a round trip from Omaha to Houston

The cheapest time to fly from Omaha to Houston

Direct flights from Omaha to Houston

Last-minute flights going from Omaha to Houston

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

Popular Airports to fly from Omaha to Houston

Omaha - Houston route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in February or March for the best prices

Typical flight time is 4h 43m

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Frequent deals are available for this route

Omaha 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

Sep 25

Oct 01

Sep 16

Sep 13

Dec 05

Sep 15

Sep 13

Nov 07

Sep 29

Oct 12

Dec 03

Dec 04

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

When should I buy Omaha to Houston tickets?

How do I know if a Omaha to Houston flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Omaha to Houston?