How far do most flights from Houston go?

Historically, the majority of flights from Houston cover long distances, with 58% categorized as long-haul. Short-haul flights account for 28% of the routes, while medium-haul flights make up 14%. This distribution indicates a strong emphasis on longer journeys for travelers departing from Houston, reflecting its role as a hub for more extensive travel.

Where are the cheapest international flights from Houston?

In the trailing 90 days, some of the most affordable international flights from Houston included destinations in Mexico and Canada. For instance, flights to Chihuahua, Mexico, typically had a median price of $165. Another economical option was Saskatoon, Canada, with a median price of $174. These examples demonstrate that international travel from Houston can be quite accessible, with various options under $200.

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

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Houston, with an average price of $510. This represents a significant saving of 45% compared to the annual median average price of $927. January is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $557. These trends suggest that early in the year offers the best value for flights departing from Houston.

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Atlanta

United States • Aug 2026

$69

$21

One-way

IAH

Miami

United States • Aug 2026

$87

$24

One-way

IAH

Fort Lauderdale

United States • Aug 2026

$83

$24

One-way

IAH

Denver

United States • Aug 2026

$73

$28

One-way

IAH

Orlando

United States • Sep 2026

$72

$28

One-way

IAH

Chicago

United States • Aug 2026

$131

$40

One-way

IAH

Las Vegas

United States • Sep 2026

$88

$40

One-way

HOU

Knoxville

United States • Aug 2026

$127

$41

One-way

IAH

Phoenix

United States • Sep 2026

$84

$52

One-way

IAH

Ontario

United States • Sep 2026

$108

$54

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Flights from Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston

Travelers from Houston can access flights to 754 unique cities, with recent fare data showing a strong focus on domestic and nearby international destinations. Over the last 90 days, 66% of recent fares from Houston were to the United States, while Mexico accounted for 9%, and the United Kingdom made up 4%. This indicates a broad range of options, particularly within North America, for those seeking cheap flights from Houston.

Right now, the cheapest fares from Houston start at $54 to Atlanta, United States. You can also find flights to Denver, United States, for $55, and to Knoxville, United States, for $62. These prices represent some of the most economical options currently available for travelers departing from Houston.

The majority of flights from Houston involve connections, with only 22.3% of recent fares being non-stop. This suggests that while direct flights from Houston are available, you will frequently encounter routes that include at least one stop to reach your final destination.

Looking at recent fare activity over the last 90 days, Orlando, United States, stands out as the most frequently discounted destination from Houston. Madrid, Spain, is also a popular route, appearing often in recent flight deals from Houston, followed by Atlanta, United States, which consistently shows up in fare observations.

When considering flight distances, the routes from Houston are predominantly long-haul, with 58% of recent fares being for long-distance international trips. Short-haul flights account for 28% of the routes, while medium-haul journeys make up the remaining 14%. This distribution highlights Houston's role as a hub for extensive travel, both domestically and internationally.

Most popular airlines from Houston

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

Deutsche Luft Hansa

American Airlines

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Frontier Airlines

Spirit Airlines

JetBlue Airways

Last-minute flights going from Houston soon

Sat, Jul 18

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IAH - Nadi

Houston (IAH) - Nadi (NAN)

Fiji Airways

$1,246

$714

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

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IAH - Kabul

Houston (IAH) - Kabul (KBL)

Etihad Airways

$2,104

$1,366

One-way

Tue, Jul 14

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Dubai

Houston (IAH) - Dubai (DXB)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$1,144

$792

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Nairobi

Houston (IAH) - Nairobi (NBO)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$1,462

$1,035

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Kigali

Houston (IAH) - Kigali (KGL)

Lufthansa

$1,789

$1,184

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Naples

Houston (IAH) - Naples (NAP)

KLM

$1,113

$840

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Houston

Dublin

TOP

Ireland • Aug 2026

from

$449

Honolulu

TOP

United States • Nov 2026

from

$403

Riga

TOP

Latvia • Nov 2026

from

$702

Belgrade

TOP

Serbia • Dec 2026

from

$749

Amman

TOP

Jordan • Nov 2026

from

$827

Nairobi

TOP

Kenya • Oct 2026

from

$940

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Houston

-39%

IAH - Kabul

$2,139 → $1,298

-37%

IAH - Asmara

$2,214 → $1,401

-46%

IAH - Nagoya

$1,408 → $766

-35%

IAH - Port

$1,754 → $1,147

Popular Airports from Houston

Houston airport insights

🎯 Booking tip

Compare nearby Houston airports first

Flights from IAH start at $27, while flights from HOU start at $41.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Aug

Flights from Houston tend to be lower in price during August.

⏱️ Best time to book

2-8 weeks in advance

Booking 2-8 weeks in advance is ideal, as prices tend to rise closer to departure.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines

Low-cost carriers consistently offer the cheapest fares from Houston.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$21 direct / ~$54 roundtrip

The cheapest flights from HOU are to destinations within the United States, such as Atlanta and Denver.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Tue - Thu - Sat

Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday are the cheapest days to fly from Houston, with fares as low as $27.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental is ideal for travelers seeking a wide range of flights from Houston.

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

💸 Flights from ~$54

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby is a convenient option for travelers looking for flights from Houston.

📍 ~16 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$61

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International offers extensive domestic and international routes, making it a strong alternative.

📍 ~227 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$55

San Antonio International (SAT)

San Antonio International is a reliable alternative with a wide variety of carriers and destinations.

📍 ~301 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$97

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International is a major global hub offering unmatched flight connectivity and reliability.

📍 ~383 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$51

Easterwood (CLL)

Easterwood is a very close alternative with fast check-in and security, despite limited regional flights.

📍 ~133 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$288

Jack Brooks Regional (BPT)

Jack Brooks Regional is the closest alternative, offering easy parking and minimal terminal congestion.

📍 ~132 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$249

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Dublin

Ireland • Aug 2026

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Fort Lauderdale

United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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Baton Rouge

United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Sep 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Oct 2026

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Honolulu

United States • Mar 2027

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$4,981

$2,665

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Reykjavik

Iceland • Jan 2027

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$3,871

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United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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Portugal • Nov 2026

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$6,046

$2,396

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San Antonio

United States • Aug 2026

92% AI deal score

$786

$397

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Dallas

United States • Aug 2026

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$614

$397

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McAllen

United States • Aug 2026

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Boston

United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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$1,494

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Portland

United States • Sep 2026

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Medford

United States • Aug 2026

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$1,856

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Kelowna

Canada • Oct 2026

91% AI deal score

$2,041

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Washington, D.C.

United States • Oct 2026

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$1,153

$424

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Oklahoma City

United States • Sep 2026

91% AI deal score

$564

$393

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Tulsa

United States • Aug 2026

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$753

$417

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Atlanta

United States • Nov 2026

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$656

$417

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Sacramento

United States • Aug 2026

91% AI deal score

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United States • Aug 2026

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$1,378

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Spokane

United States • Sep 2026

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Guayaquil

Ecuador • Dec 2026

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$1,410

$860

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Detroit

United States • Aug 2026

90% AI deal score

$1,355

$713

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Little Rock

United States • Sep 2026

89% AI deal score

$666

$449

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Vancouver

Canada • Oct 2026

88% AI deal score

$1,576

$977

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Kahului

United States • Aug 2026

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$2,713

$1,800

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Kahului

United States • Oct 2026

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$2,645

$1,835

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Kauai

United States • Nov 2026

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$3,114

$1,898

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Honolulu

United States • Aug 2026

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$2,773

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Lower Prince's Quarter

Sint Maarten • Jul 2026

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$1,540

$873

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Seattle

United States • Sep 2026

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$1,604

$943

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Anguilla

Anguilla • Oct 2026

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$2,226

$1,280

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United States • Aug 2026

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$934

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United States • Sep 2026

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Colombia • Nov 2026

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Colombia • Nov 2026

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Dominican Republic • Dec 2026

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Santa Cruz de la Sierra

Bolivia • Sep 2026

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Los Angeles

United States • Aug 2026

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San Diego

United States • Sep 2026

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Trinidad & Tobago • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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Philippines • Aug 2026

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Boston

United States • Aug 2026

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$861

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United States • Jul 2026

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$449

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United States • Nov 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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Colombia • Sep 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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Chicago

United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Oct 2026

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Orlando

United States • Aug 2026

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$547

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Dominica • Sep 2026

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British Virgin Islands • Sep 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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Dominican Republic • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Aug 2026

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United States • Nov 2026

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Orlando

United States • Aug 2026

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Canada • Sep 2026

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Booking Flights from Houston: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Houston have offered median prices under $200. For example, flights to Victoria typically cost around $78, while flights to Des Moines average about $98. Other affordable options in the trailing 90 days included Harlingen at a median price of $120 and Little Rock at $142. These examples highlight some of the more budget-friendly routes available from Houston.

From Houston, travelers can historically reach 136 unique countries, encompassing 754 distinct cities. A significant portion of these flights, approximately 66%, are to destinations within the United States. Mexico accounts for about 9% of the destinations, and the United Kingdom makes up 4% of the available countries. This indicates a broad international reach from Houston.

Across the trailing quarter, some of the most frequently served destinations from Houston include Orlando in the United States, Madrid in Spain, and Atlanta in the United States. These cities represent popular routes for travelers departing from Houston. The consistent service to these locations suggests they are key hubs or popular tourist destinations for those flying from this origin.

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