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Cheapest round-trip
$185
Typical prices: $237-$459
United Airlines
Tue 10/16Fri 10/19
DFW - IAH • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$59
Typical prices: $146-$278
Frontier
Sun 11/11
DFW - IAH • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with American Airlines and United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 21m
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Top routes
DFW - IAH
Cheapest • 12% average savings
DFW - HOU
Most popular
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 67% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 42% price drop
June
Most popular
Good to know
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $140 (round-trip)
Ontario (ONT)
Shortest trip • 7h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Houston (DFW-HOU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth to Houston

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
Frontier Logo
2:52 pm - 7:17 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
40h 25m2 stops New Orleans Louis Armstrong Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:04 pm - 6:43 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
21h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$185Frontier
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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7:00 am - 8:28 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
1h 28mnonstop
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8:20 pm - 9:48 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
1h 28mnonstop
$185United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
Frontier Logo
5:05 am - 10:40 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
5h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:05 am - 9:02 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
27h 57m1 stop Denver Intl
$186Frontier
Sun, Oct 25 - Tue, Oct 27
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5:49 pm - 6:00 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
12h 11m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:05 am - 12:13 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
6h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$186Frontier
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 23
United Airlines Logo
4:06 pm - 5:25 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
1h 19mnonstop
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8:10 pm - 9:38 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
1h 28mnonstop
$191United Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 23
American Airlines Logo
9:36 pm - 10:52 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
1h 16mnonstop
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4:23 pm - 5:50 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
1h 27mnonstop
$197American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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7:15 pm - 8:29 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
1h 14mnonstop
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7:02 pm - 8:25 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
1h 23mnonstop
$197American Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 4:33 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-HOU Houston Hobby
9h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:09 pm - 12:22 amHOU  Houston Hobby-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
9h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$375Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 17
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12:24 pm - 11:32 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-HOU Houston Hobby
11h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:08 am - 3:22 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
9h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$375Delta
Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10
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6:20 pm - 10:00 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-HOU Houston Hobby
15h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:12 am - 9:53 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
10h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$916JetBlue
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston start at $185. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $237 to $459. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $185 on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston, it is 43% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 19% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston at $211 round-trip.
  • July ($487) and June ($447) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 130% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston the cheapest?

Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 67% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Houston

 
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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

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Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DFW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on HOU

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Key details for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$59
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 24% increase in price.
Flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

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Your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston flights?

    Among airlines operating Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

    2 airlines operate flights between Dallas/Fort Worth Airport and Houston. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • United Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

    Flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston usually depart from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and may arrive at several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $140 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $379 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

    On the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 52%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $209 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $432: a $223 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston flights, with 37% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 32%, evening flights for 22%, and night flights for 9%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston?

    Some of the most popular sights in Houston are Downtown Houston, George R. Brown Convention Center and Galleria Mall. These are among the most viewed places in Houston on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:02 am and lands at 6:23 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:46 pm and lands at 12:07 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 21m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 21% above the route average of $361. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

    A nonstop flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston takes 1h 21m, covering 238 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $185 to $1,154. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $120, which is 46% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

    Flying via Ontario (ONT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 38m, compared with 9h 01m via Orlando (MCO) and 9h 19m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What car rental options are available in Houston?

    Since Houston is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) — daily rates from around $3:

    • ACO Rent A Car
    • Easirent
    • America Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty

    Near Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) — daily rates from around $20:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston range from $237 to $459, with an average of $361 over the past 12 months. Anything below $237 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston flights:

    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $209 - about $223 less than Tuesday (52% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 67% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston trip for October. Fares historically average $211 round-trip in that month - typically $276 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $140 round-trip on this route - about $239 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

    · Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental

    Near Houston Hobby Airport

    · DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport
    · Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
    · TownePlace Suites by Marriott Houston Hobby Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Houston, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dallas/Fort Worth to Houston

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Houston to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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