How far do most flights from Houston go?

Across the trailing 90 days, most flights from Houston are categorized as long-haul, accounting for 58% of all routes. Short-haul flights make up 28% of the departures. Medium-haul flights represent the remaining 14% of the routes. This indicates a historical tendency for travelers from Houston to embark on longer journeys.

Where are the cheapest international flights from Houston?

Historically, some of the most affordable international flights from Houston have been to destinations like Chihuahua, Mexico, with a median price of $165. Another budget-friendly international option is Saskatoon, Canada, which typically has a median price of $174. While Victoria in the United States also shows a low median price of $78, these examples highlight the historically cheaper international routes available from Houston.

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. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these months.

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Orlando
United States • 2026-11-10
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Atlanta
United States • 2026-12-15
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$63
$20
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Fort Lauderdale
United States • 2026-11-17
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$67
$29
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Phoenix
United States • 2026-11-03
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$64
$36
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Washington, D.C.
United States • 2026-11-17
88% AI deal score
$187
$39
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Dallas
United States • 2026-11-03
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$125
$43
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Denver
United States • 2026-11-05
49% AI deal score
$58
$44
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Los Angeles
United States • 2026-11-04
81% AI deal score
$97
$52
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Santiago de Querétaro
Mexico • 2027-04-30
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$150
$55
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San Francisco
United States • 2026-11-18
84% AI deal score
$134
$55
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Flights from Houston: Overview

Insights for flights from Houston

Travelers from Houston can reach a substantial number of destinations, with recent data showing access to 754 unique cities. The vast majority of recent fares, 66%, are for destinations within the United States. Beyond domestic travel, Mexico accounts for 9% of recent fares, while the United Kingdom represents 4%, indicating a notable international presence for flights from Houston.

For those seeking cheap flights from Houston, the most economical options right now include flights to Atlanta starting at just $42. You can also find fares to Miami from $76, and to Fort Lauderdale, also from $76. These prices represent some of the lowest available for recent bookings.

The flight distance mix from Houston shows a significant leaning towards longer journeys. Approximately 58% of routes are classified as long-haul, indicating a strong presence of international and cross-country flights. Short-haul routes make up 28% of the flight options, while medium-haul flights account for 14% of the total.

When looking for flight deals from Houston, the most frequently discounted destination over the last 90 days has been Orlando. Following closely in popularity are routes to Madrid and Atlanta, which also appear often in recent fare observations. These destinations consistently offer competitive pricing for travelers departing from Houston.

If you prefer direct flights from Houston, about 22.3% of recent fares are non-stop. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of flights from Houston involve at least one stop, classifying the airport as connecting-dominant for many routes.

Most popular airlines from Houston

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

American Airlines

Delta Air Lines

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Spirit Airlines

Frontier Airlines

JetBlue Airways

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Sat, Oct 3

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IAH - Amman

Houston (IAH) - Amman (AMM)

Austrian Airlines

$1,472

$956

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Dubai

Houston (IAH) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$1,130

$911

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Rome

Houston (IAH) - Rome (FCO)

Air France

$962

$827

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Kathmandu

Houston (IAH) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Qatar Airways

$1,491

$1,259

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Athens

Houston (IAH) - Athens (ATH)

Turkish Airlines

$805

$780

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Ahmedabad

Houston (IAH) - Ahmedabad (AMD)

Turkish Airlines

$1,149

$1,050

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Houston

Honolulu

TOP

United States • Feb 2027

from

$416

Dublin

TOP

Ireland • Nov 2026

from

$574

Osaka

TOP

Japan • Nov 2026

from

$753

Lisbon

TOP

Portugal • Feb 2027

from

$604

Orlando

TOP

United States • Nov 2026

from

$42

New York

TOP

United States • Nov 2026

from

$120

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Houston

-52%

HOU - Honolulu

$872 → $416

-37%

IAH - Tokyo

$990 → $620

-29%

IAH - Dublin

$723 → $517

-19%

IAH - Rio de Janeiro

$769 → $621

Popular Airports from Houston

Houston airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Wed - Tue - Fri

The cheapest flights from HOU are on Wednesday, Tuesday, and Friday, with fares starting from $18.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$20 direct / ~$42 roundtrip

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

✈️ Airlines to watch

Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines

Low-cost and full-service carriers offer a mix of domestic and international flights from Houston.

⏱️ Best time to book

2-8 weeks in advance

Booking 2-8 weeks in advance can save you money, as prices tend to rise closer to departure.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Oct

October tends to have lower prices for flights from Houston.

🎯 Booking tip

Compare flights from Houston's alternate airport

Flights from IAH start at $26, while flights from HOU start at $55.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental is a major hub for diverse domestic and international travel options.

📍 ~25 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$42

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby is a convenient choice for travelers seeking domestic flights from Houston.

📍 ~16 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$122

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

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

📍 ~227 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$79

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$557

$360

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Atlanta

United States • Oct 2026

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$681

$473

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San Juan

United States • Oct 2026

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$1,528

$1,040

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Honolulu

United States • May 2027

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$2,987

$2,046

Save $941

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United States • Oct 2026

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$533

$421

Save $112

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United States • Oct 2026

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$742

$541

Save $201

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$3,057

$1,887

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United States • Nov 2026

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$1,459

$965

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United States • May 2027

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$2,884

$2,334

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$1,000

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Booking Flights from Houston: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Houston have offered median prices under $200. For instance, Victoria typically has a median price of $78, while Des Moines averages $98. Other affordable options include Harlingen at $120 and Little Rock at $142. Across the trailing 90 days, destinations like Burlington ($145), Abilene ($150), Charlotte ($155), and DuBois ($157) also frequently fall within this price range.

From Houston, travelers can historically reach 136 unique countries. This broad network includes 754 unique cities across the trailing 90 days. The United States accounts for 66% of these destinations, while Mexico represents 9% of the available routes. The United Kingdom is another notable destination, making up 4% of the countries served.

Historically, flights from Houston frequently serve a variety of destinations. Among the most popular routes in the trailing 90 days are Orlando in the United States, and Madrid in Spain. Atlanta, also in the United States, is another commonly served destination. These cities represent some of the busiest routes for travelers departing from Houston.

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Last-minute flights going from Houston soon

Sat, Oct 3

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IAH - Amman

Houston (IAH) - Amman (AMM)

Austrian Airlines

$1,472

$956

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Dubai

Houston (IAH) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$1,130

$911

One-way

Tue, Sep 29

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Rome

Houston (IAH) - Rome (FCO)

Air France

$962

$827

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Kathmandu

Houston (IAH) - Kathmandu (KTM)

Qatar Airways

$1,491

$1,259

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Athens

Houston (IAH) - Athens (ATH)

Turkish Airlines

$805

$780

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

IAH - Ahmedabad

Houston (IAH) - Ahmedabad (AMD)

Turkish Airlines

$1,149

$1,050

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Houston

Honolulu

TOP

United States • Feb 2027

from

$416

Dublin

TOP

Ireland • Nov 2026

from

$574

Osaka

TOP

Japan • Nov 2026

from

$753

Lisbon

TOP

Portugal • Feb 2027

from

$604

Orlando

TOP

United States • Nov 2026

from

$42

New York

TOP

United States • Nov 2026

from

$120

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Houston

-52%

HOU - Honolulu

$872 → $416

-37%

IAH - Tokyo

$990 → $620

-29%

IAH - Dublin

$723 → $517

-19%

IAH - Rio de Janeiro

$769 → $621

Popular Airports from Houston

Houston airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Wed - Tue - Fri

The cheapest flights from HOU are on Wednesday, Tuesday, and Friday, with fares starting from $18.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$20 direct / ~$42 roundtrip

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

✈️ Airlines to watch

Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines

Low-cost and full-service carriers offer a mix of domestic and international flights from Houston.

⏱️ Best time to book

2-8 weeks in advance

Booking 2-8 weeks in advance can save you money, as prices tend to rise closer to departure.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Oct

October tends to have lower prices for flights from Houston.

🎯 Booking tip

Compare flights from Houston's alternate airport

Flights from IAH start at $26, while flights from HOU start at $55.

Houston main airports to depart from

George Bush Intercontinental (IAH)

Cheapest

George Bush Intercontinental is a major hub for diverse domestic and international travel options.

📍 ~25 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$42

William P. Hobby (HOU)

William P. Hobby is a convenient choice for travelers seeking domestic flights from Houston.

📍 ~16 km from Houston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$122

Airports nearby Houston used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

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

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$2,470

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Houston airport insights

Wed - Tue - Fri

From ~$20 direct / ~$42 roundtrip

Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines

2-8 weeks in advance

Oct

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Houston main airports to depart from

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Wed - Tue - Fri

From ~$20 direct / ~$42 roundtrip

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2-8 weeks in advance

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