Can I fly direct from Portland to Houston?

Yes, direct flights from Portland to Houston are available. Historically, approximately 44.7% of all flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop before reaching their destination. This data is based on observations over the trailing 90 days.

How long does it take to fly from Portland to Houston?

A direct flight from Portland to Houston typically takes about 4 hours and 18 minutes, which is a median duration of 258 minutes. Flights with one stopover generally take longer, with a median duration of 7 hours and 21 minutes. The approximate air distance between the two cities is 2934 kilometers.

How often do Portland to Houston flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Portland to Houston route tend to drop frequently. This route is classified as experiencing frequent price fluctuations. This assessment is based on pricing trends observed over the trailing 30 days.

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Portland to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to Houston

Flights from Portland to Houston cover a distance of 2934 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This means you can expect a journey that is longer than a short regional hop but typically shorter than intercontinental travel. Understanding this distance helps in planning for the duration and potential layovers.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Portland to Houston, fares typically range from $325–$809, with a median of $377. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 3% 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.

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Houston is often in April or May, with median fares around $257 for both months. June also presents a more affordable option, with a median fare of $325. These months offer the most competitive pricing for this route.

When flying from Portland to Houston, a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once, with 44.7% of recent fares being direct. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This mix means you have options for both direct and connecting flights, depending on your preference for speed versus potential cost savings.

A typical journey from Portland to Houston takes about 4h 18m, including connections. If you opt for a non-stop flight, the median flight time is also 4h 18m. However, for connecting itineraries, the median journey time extends to 9h 38m, so factoring in layover times is essential when planning your trip.

How much is a round trip from Portland to Houston

Regular price: $193 - $404

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

The regular price range for flights from Portland to Houston is between $193 and $404. The current lowest deal is $254 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 10-Nov 17.

now $254

Low $193

High $404

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Houston

The cheapest month to fly from Portland to Houston is May, with a median price of $257. The most expensive month is April, with a median price of $3016. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $257

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $3,016

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Portland to Houston

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Portland to Houston

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Houston

Portland (PDX) - Houston (IAH)

$267

$347

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Houston

Portland (PDX) - Houston (IAH)

$317

$347

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Houston

Portland (PDX) - Houston (IAH)

$337

$357

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Houston

Portland (PDX) - Houston (IAH)

$337

$357

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Houston

Portland (PDX) - Houston (IAH)

$319

$357

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Houston

Portland (PDX) - Houston (IAH)

$305

$357

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 10

$338 → $273

19%

7 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 26

$318 → $256

19%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$334 → $281

16%

4 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 24

$336 → $289

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to Houston

Portland - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Portland to Houston are above the typical level at $254.

📅 Best time to fly

April and May are historically cheapest

Historically, April and May offer the lowest median prices at $257 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Nonstop flights average 4h 18m

Nonstop flights from Portland to Houston typically take 4 hours and 18 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available

Approximately 44.7% of recent flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights on the Portland to Houston route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights on this route appear frequently, often within a 30-day window.

Portland main airports to depart from

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Portland to Houston.

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

💸 Flights from ~$237

Houston main airports to arrive at

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers a convenient arrival option for flights to Houston from Portland.

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

💸 Flights from ~$251

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International is a major international airport with extensive networks, useful for alternative arrivals.

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

💸 Flights from ~$244

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From PDX

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84% AI deal score

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Historically, the best prices for flights from Portland to Houston are found when booking 14-27 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $446. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees prices rise significantly, averaging $850. Even booking 60+ days out tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $679.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Portland to Houston is considered to be $325 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $377. Prices can go higher, with 75% of fares being $809 or more over the trailing 90 days.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Portland to Houston are April and May, both with a median price of $257. June also offers relatively good value, with a median price of $325. The annual median price for this route is $377, based on data over the trailing 270 days.

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Portland to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to Houston

How much is a round trip from Portland to Houston

Regular price: $193 - $404

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

The regular price range for flights from Portland to Houston is between $193 and $404. The current lowest deal is $254 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 10-Nov 17.

now $254

Low $193

High $404

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Houston

May

Cheapest

Flights from $257

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $3,016

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Portland to Houston

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Portland to Houston

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Houston

Portland (PDX) - Houston (IAH)

$267

$347

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Houston

Portland (PDX) - Houston (IAH)

$317

$347

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Houston

Portland (PDX) - Houston (IAH)

$337

$357

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Houston

Portland (PDX) - Houston (IAH)

$337

$357

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Houston

Portland (PDX) - Houston (IAH)

$319

$357

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Houston

Portland (PDX) - Houston (IAH)

$305

$357

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 10

$338 → $273

19%

7 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 26

$318 → $256

19%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$334 → $281

16%

4 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 24

$336 → $289

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to Houston

Portland - Houston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Portland to Houston are above the typical level at $254.

📅 Best time to fly

April and May are historically cheapest

Historically, April and May offer the lowest median prices at $257 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Nonstop flights average 4h 18m

Nonstop flights from Portland to Houston typically take 4 hours and 18 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available

Approximately 44.7% of recent flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights on the Portland to Houston route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights on this route appear frequently, often within a 30-day window.

Portland main airports to depart from

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Portland to Houston.

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

💸 Flights from ~$237

Houston main airports to arrive at

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental Airport offers a convenient arrival option for flights to Houston from Portland.

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

💸 Flights from ~$251

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International is a major international airport with extensive networks, useful for alternative arrivals.

Houston, United States

84% AI deal score

$1,187

$917

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

Cheap Flights from Portland to Houston

Today’s best flight deals from Portland to Houston

Portland to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to Houston

How much is a round trip from Portland to Houston

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Houston

Direct flights from Portland to Houston

Last-minute flights going from Portland to Houston

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

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to Houston

Portland - Houston route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April and May are historically cheapest

Nonstop flights average 4h 18m

Direct flights are available

Alaska Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Portland 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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Nov 14

Oct 27

Oct 28

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

How far in advance should I book a flight from Portland to Houston?

What's a cheap fare from Portland to Houston?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Portland to Houston?

Can I fly direct from Portland to Houston?

How long does it take to fly from Portland to Houston?

How often do Portland to Houston flight prices drop?

Related routes

More routes from Portland

Flights to Houston from other cities

Portland to Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to Houston

How much is a round trip from Portland to Houston

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Houston

Direct flights from Portland to Houston

Last-minute flights going from Portland to Houston

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

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to Houston

Portland - Houston route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

April and May are historically cheapest

Nonstop flights average 4h 18m

Direct flights are available

Alaska Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Portland 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

Oct 27

Nov 14

Oct 27

Oct 28

Oct 28

Mar 02

Nov 17

Oct 27

Nov 14

Nov 14

Jan 05

Jan 06

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Houston

How far in advance should I book a flight from Portland to Houston?

What's a cheap fare from Portland to Houston?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Portland to Houston?