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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York to Houston Hobby Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 10:03 am
• Latest: departs at 8:40 pm and lands at 12:43 am.

The flight takes about 4h 03m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from New York to Houston Hobby Airport.

A nonstop flight from New York to Houston Hobby Airport takes 4h 03m, covering 1,419 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from New York to Houston Hobby Airport range from $286 to $465, with an average of $350 over the past 12 months. Anything below $286 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 55% above the $350 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $349 round-trip, compared to $458 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

Southwest is the only airline operating New York to Houston Hobby Airport flights. 78% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on New York to Houston Hobby Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

JetBlue is the only airline on the New York to Houston Hobby Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from New York to Houston Hobby Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $172, which is 41% below the typical average for this route.

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $20 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Budget

Flights from New York to Houston Hobby Airport may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Houston Hobby (HOU).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the New York to Houston Hobby Airport route, 22% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 36m.

One-stop flights from New York to Houston Hobby Airport most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 57% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 21% of one-stop connections
• Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from New York to Houston Hobby Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $322 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $422, a difference of $100.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Southwest operates flights between New York and Houston Hobby Airport.

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 05m, compared with 6h 05m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 6h 31m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

Houston Hobby Airport is 1 hour behind New York (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Houston Hobby Airport are George R. Brown Convention Center, Daikin Park and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston Hobby Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating New York to Houston Hobby Airport flights:

• Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

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

• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

The Ramada by Wyndham is less than a 15-minute drive from Old Macdonald’s Farm and a 6-minute drive from George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The Hampton Inn and Suites is a budget-friendly option that is a 25-minute drive from downtown Houston and a 30-minute drive from the airport.

If you need to quickly charge your portable device before leaving William P. Hobby Airport, head to one of the rapid mobile charging stations that can be found in every terminal. For a small fee, these stations can charge your phone almost three times quicker than normal, allowing you to ensure that your device won’t die before reaching your final destination.

For those traveling with animals, it is important to know where the designated pet relief zones are at John F. Kennedy International Airport. There are currently six outdoor and 5 indoor pet relief areas, and at least one can be found in every single terminal.

If you would like to spoil yourself before beginning a long day of traveling, head to the Departure Spa that is located in Terminal C of Newark Liberty International Airport. This spa offers a variety of services including massages, manicures, and facials, making it a popular place for travelers looking to unwind.