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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dallas to Houston flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Alternative Dallas to Houston routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Dallas to Houston? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Dallas to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found85 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 15 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week865

Finding cheap flights from Dallas to Houston: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Houston: Houston Hobby, Houston George Bush Intercntl., Houston Ellington Field, and Galveston.
The best price we found for a return flight from Dallas to Houston is 85 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Dallas to Houston.
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from Dallas to Houston.
As of April 2025, there are 865 flights per week flying from Dallas to Houston.
The cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Houston is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Dallas, the cheapest airport near Houston is Houston George Bush Intercntl. – which is 25.0 km away from the centre of Houston. We've found flights into this airport from 85 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dallas to Houston on Monday, 12 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 14 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Houston but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Houston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. August is typically the warmest month in Houston, when it usually averages around 34°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Houston is United .

Flying from Dallas to Houston: what you need to know

  • Start your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Dallas to Houston. Explore your options for leaving from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL), two of the city's main airports.

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the major entry points to Houston.

  • Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Dallas to Houston flight.

  • Houston's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Dallas.

  • With 126 weekly flights between the two airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Dallas to Houston with United Airlines at 05:10. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from DFW to IAH is with American Airlines at 22:37.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Dallas to Houston flight.

  • If you're going away during a popular month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Houston

  • 29 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Houston. A return flight starts at 85 €. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • To score cheap Dallas to Houston flights, reserve your journey two months ahead of your departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Dallas to Houston. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Dallas to Houston by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Lock in a cheap Dallas to Houston flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Dallas

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • Begin your trip at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), which offers multiple direct flights from Dallas to Houston. From DFW, you can fly nonstop to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).

  • Well-known airlines that offer direct Dallas to Houston plane tickets departing from DFW include:

  • DFW is about 26 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.

  • After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dallas to Houston or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • 73.22% of flights that take off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.

Arriving in Houston

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • As soon as your flight from Dallas to Houston has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is approximately 16 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).

  • The trip will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some great places to lay your head close to HOU. Unwind after your Dallas to Houston flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HOU will help you save.

  • You'll find William P. Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Best time to go to Houston

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Dallas to Houston. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Houston in February.

  • The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Dallas to Houston ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap flights from Dallas to Houston around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Houston

Explore more of United States

  • Houston is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. Around 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.

  • Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.

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