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$44 Find Cheap Flights from Houston to Phoenix

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Houston to Phoenix departing on 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Houston to Phoenix, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Houston to Phoenix, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$83
Overall average: $208
Frontier
Fri 1/9Mon 1/12
IAH - PHX • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$44
Typical prices: $84-$386
Frontier
Fri 1/16
IAH - PHX • Non-stop
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United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom for comfort.
PHX provides easy access to downtown via the Sky Train.
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Phoenix

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Houston to Phoenix that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Houston to Phoenix

Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
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8:27 pm - 10:36 pm
IAH
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PHX
3h 09mnonstop
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3:57 pm - 7:37 pm
PHX
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IAH
2h 40mnonstop
$83Frontier
Fri, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 11
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8:27 pm - 10:36 pm
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PHX
3h 09mnonstop
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5:50 pm - 9:33 pm
PHX
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IAH
2h 43mnonstop
$87Frontier
Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 1
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10:28 pm - 12:28 am
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3h 00mnonstop
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5:50 pm - 9:33 pm
PHX
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IAH
2h 43mnonstop
$88Frontier
Fri, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 30
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2:43 pm - 4:56 pm
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3h 13mnonstop
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10:09 am - 1:48 pm
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IAH
2h 39mnonstop
$89Frontier
Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 31
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7:00 pm - 11:53 pm
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PHX
5h 53m1 stop
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10:09 am - 1:48 pm
PHX
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IAH
2h 39mnonstop
$93Frontier
Sun, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 20
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9:28 pm - 11:36 pm
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PHX
3h 08mnonstop
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10:15 am - 12:19 am
PHX
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13h 04m1 stop
$97Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 20
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6:15 am - 8:15 am
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3h 00mnonstop
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6:35 pm - 10:00 pm
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HOU
2h 25mnonstop
$155Southwest
Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 31
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12:05 pm - 2:05 pm
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3h 00mnonstop
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6:35 am - 10:00 am
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2h 25mnonstop
$177Southwest
Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 14
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5:45 am - 12:24 pm
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7h 39m1 stop
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11:53 pm - 10:21 am
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HOU
9h 28m1 stop
$199Delta
Sat, Jan 24 - Mon, Jan 26
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5:04 pm - 11:46 pm
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7h 42m1 stop
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11:53 pm - 10:21 am
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9h 28m1 stop
$207Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Houston to Phoenix flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Houston to Phoenix to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport costs $59 on the route between Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) and Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 47% cheaper than other Houston-Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport routes. It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Houston to Phoenix?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Houston to Phoenix, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Phoenix, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport is September, where tickets cost $158 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $277 and $270 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Houston to Phoenix

 
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Airlines
Frontier

Frontier's Economy Bundle includes a carry-on bag and seat choice, ideal for budget travelers.


Avoid airport check-in fees by using Frontier's app or kiosk for free check-in.

United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers up to six inches more legroom than standard economy.


United offers free messaging on most flights; check Wi-Fi coverage before purchasing.

Southwest

Southwest offers early boarding with extra legroom seats, ideal for quick boarding on short flights.


Southwest's free carry-on policy remains, despite changes to checked baggage rules.

American Airlines

American Airlines' Main Cabin Extra offers early boarding and complimentary drinks.


Use American Airlines’ app for inflight entertainment; seatback screens are being removed.

Airports
IAH

IAH offers free Wi-Fi across all terminals, making it convenient for business travelers to stay connected before departure.

HOU

HOU is compact and easy to navigate, with a single terminal and short walking distances, ideal for quick departures.

PHX

PHX offers easy access to downtown via the free Sky Train, connecting to light rail stations for seamless city travel.

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Cheapest flight$44
Flight from Houston George Bush Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

When to book flights from Houston to Phoenix

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Houston to Phoenix based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Houston to Phoenix flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport was $44 for a one-way ticket and $83 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Houston and Phoenix?

    A passport is required to fly from Houston to Phoenix.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Houston to Phoenix?

    Houston has 2 major airports: Houston Hobby and Houston George Bush Intcntl. Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl is the only airport in Phoenix. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from Houston George Bush Airport.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Houston to Phoenix?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Houston to Phoenix?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Houston and Phoenix, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Houston to Phoenix?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Houston to Phoenix.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Houston to Phoenix?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Phoenix from Houston is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Houston to Phoenix?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Phoenix with an airline and back to Houston with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Houston to Phoenix?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Phoenix from Houston up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Houston to Phoenix?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Houston to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Monday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

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Direct returns

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Houston

Monday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines, Southwest, United Airlines

American Airlines, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines, Frontier, Southwest, +1 more

American Airlines, Frontier, +2 more

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Houston to Phoenix

 
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7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4252 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
7.0Food
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Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Dec 2025
DAL - LAX
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Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

Airline travel is always too cramped to really be pleasant, but the cabin crew on this flight did a pretty good job of making up for it by putting on some music during boarding and sprinkling a few funny remarks into the safety briefing and announcements, and just generally being friendly and helpful. It definitely reminded me of why I prefer the in-flight experience on Southwest!

Had to get off plane from prior flight even though I had to reboard same plane to continue to my final destination.

Boarded on time but once we were ready for take off, the crew determined that, although every seat was taken, somehow someone was on the wrong flight. Delay, delay delay, announcements and ended up with one person checking EVERY ID against their passenger Manifest only to figure out it was a "clerical error." We departed 54 minutes late causing me to run in the St. Louis Airport to make my connection and lose the priority boarding spot I had paid for. Unnecessary delay.

AC sub par. WiFi not working correctly. Ac sucked. Seats very narrow.

southwest just starting charging for luggage. hadnt realized it until it was too late. now out $70 when i couldve bought a carry on if i wouldve known. free bags was one of the only reasons i chose southwest over another airline (the other being no assigned seats, which is apparently also being changed). stupid business decision. wont be flying southwest anymore.

Flight crew and cabin crew were great. I had to rearrange flights because my original flight was 3hrs delayed for weather, the rub is the flight I moved to boarded on time then we sat at the gate for 2 hours because scheduling stole our first officer for another flight, TWICE. Then our actual FO was an hour delayed. To make it worse my original flight went from a 3 hour delay to departing 15min EARLY. Just poor scheduling operations all around.

Bring back peanuts Take our drink orders when were all seated, especially after you switch to assigned seating.

I’ve always loved Southwest. No issues at all. I was flying standby and the gate agent was extremely friendly and helpful. Boarding was smooth and I was able to get a window seat in the emergency exit row. Crew was fantastic! They were very professional and accommodating. We had to divert from our destination due to weather but the flight crew kept everyone at ease and informed us of all pertinent information. Excellent flight

Plz don't take away free bags and free seating

Seats had less pitch than a regional jet. Food was OK. Have to buy alcohol on US based carriers flying international. Boarding was a mess. Did not have bags but overhead space was gone quick. Would like to see the airlines enforce the one bag over and one bag under policy

Lately I like the planes have been exceptionally filthy. There’s lines of dust and dirt all across the ceiling in the vents, and the cracks in between the seats are literally full of food. It’s definitely not the quality of service that I was used to with United. I’m also very disappointed with the Wi-Fi! All I wanna do is knock out a few work jobs while I’m trapped in my seat And it spools so bad. They did provide me with a refund, but the process of getting that refund is so complicated. It’s unfortunate.

Crew was excellent. This was a relatively long flight though and had very little leg room, and no entertainment.

The newer screen was super cool and had the option to watch many different shows or movies. Crew was polite and helpful. However again, many children screaming bloody murder and kicking my seat, and parents doing nothing about it as usual.

Plane was crowded and even when we hit altitude, the plane was hot, not enough air flow.

Flight was delayed and missed my connection Lufthansa didn’t respond.

the delay for 3 hours was understandable due to weather conditions but the flight should’ve provided some on flight compensations or at least provide more food.

United could have one single once of customer service. No human United employee would help me with the invalid mileage plus number, they said I had to speak with the computer.

Overall it was good. I missed my connection but I was put on another flight.

Although the flight was delayed the crew and the flight itself were very good. Couldn't fault anything and after the disappointment of being abandoned in the US by BA it was a welcome relief to travel with United

AA delayed the flight for 3 hours and 50 minutes, but delayed the last 2 hours, 30 minutes at a time, so if we knew before, could have stayed at home and worked instead of being at the airport wasting time... The plane's crew was excellent, not their fault.

Things were delayed a little. But that didn’t affect my plans. It was fine. I was surprised it was so full thanksgiving day. The crew were friendly and professional.

Everything was good The connects, with no blame to crew. Or pilots. I understand they are short staffed. Everything went well for me. I'll be using you guys again in May if not sooner.

The flight was smooth, the pilot kept us informed about delays and we arrived more of less on time

Terrible. Our luggage was delayed and couldn’t be delivered for several days. We got bad information from the airline agents at baggage claim. We had to pick up our car so we wouldn’t be charged for an extra day. We got lost in the maze of airport parking. The baggage claim agents didn’t offer us any compensation for our extra time and expense. We are tired, hungry and very frustrated.

As smooth as you can expect. Some issues with boarding because the previous plane took forever to deplane but overall, a good experience.

After a two hour delay, my flight was CANCELLED! No pilot available. Such BS.

I miss the screens they used to have for the long flights. I use a Kendal and it doesn’t work well with there WiFi. I tried my cell and the wifi was not good for it either this is the free wifi.

Update departure times in a more timely manner. We are not boarding on time if the plane isn’t arriving until after our scheduled departure time.

Very friendly and efficient and smooth boarding. We were even way early arriving at my destination. Thank you.

Not clean and was told I would get a great seat and it was not great at all

Flight got delayed for 5 hours no good explanation was offered ;(

Horrible. I would never fly Frontier again. The booking process is tricky at best, but fraudulent in my opinion. Frontier customer service did nothing to rectify my purchase -- I ended up paying more than double what I could have gotten from other airlines and nearly triple what I thought I was buying from Frontier. Their booking practices are unfair to the consumer.

Delayed. Text notifications were slow. Not much information o what was happening. Boarding was slow and confusing. Wasn’t even offered water other flight. Had to ask. No entertainment at all. Felt like.a Greyhound bus.

When I wanted to check in 3 hours prior to boarding time, the employees mentioned “a little over an hour delay” so I waited for an hour then I went to go look for food in the terminal and most people from that flight were in the same area looking for food. Finally I decided after food to check to see if it’s anytime closer and now it’s 2 mins until boarding closes?! What are you kidding me? I didn’t receive anything via sms about boarding now nor via email or on the intercom. I luckily made it through, barely, and then there’s no room for my carry on mind you I’m in the very first row so I had to place my purse in one further row back and my carry on sections down. Not sure who pays for better seats to get your stuff placed all over the plane but that was the worst experience I’ve ever had flying with anyone.

Better than expected. Staff were friendly and nice on both flights.

There was no one at the counter to assist with our check in. The app didn’t work, so I arrived at the airport with time to check in and I couldn’t because no employees were there. When I finally got someone on the phone, it was inside the 60min rule and they said I could no longer check in and they could sell me another ticket. We had to scramble and pay an additional $800 for tickets and THEN AFTER (about 60 min from my original convo with customer service and 10min after original departure time) I had boarded my new flight, there was email saying my original flight from Frontier was delayed and leaving 2hr 50min later, but I STILL wouldn’t have been able to check in. Which means customer service should have been able to see it and let me check in because I was well within my check in time. When I call Frontier, they hang up on me. So their app didn’t work and they employees left and they take zero responsibility or assistance with their “customer service”

Terrible. Flight cancelled with no reasoning and no flights to rebook. Employees were useless and did nothing to help. Did not even know where to retrieve luggage from the cancelled flight. Flyers beware.

No fault of Frontier staff: plane was very late, reached Orlando at 1 am, took a while to get luggage. Weather, gov financial shutdown impact on TSA, air controllers seemed to have multiple flights backed up. Frontier staff seemed to cope as gracefully as possible. It did reassure me that I and my new hip could adapt to travel challenges. Food/entertainment were irrelevant to my trip.

Terrible. The canceled my entire flight when I requested a refund for a trip frontier canceled trip one way.

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