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Cheapest round-trip
$132
Typical prices: $231-$437
Southwest
Sat 12/8Wed 12/12
MCO - HOU • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$74
Typical prices: $159-$319
Southwest
Wed 12/5
MCO - HOU • 1 stop
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Every day
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 39m
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Most punctual • 82% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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15 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 72% compared to booking last minute.
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January
Cheapest • 33% price drop
July
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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $362 (round-trip)
New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY)
Shortest trip • 3h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Orlando to Hobby (MCO-HOU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Orlando to Hobby

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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9:25 am - 11:00 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 35mnonstop
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6:35 pm - 9:55 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
2h 20mnonstop
$132Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:05 am - 7:50 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 45mnonstop
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11:10 am - 2:25 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
2h 15mnonstop
$132Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
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9:25 am - 11:00 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 35mnonstop
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6:35 pm - 9:55 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
2h 20mnonstop
$132Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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7:40 pm - 9:25 pmMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 45mnonstop
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6:35 pm - 9:55 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
2h 20mnonstop
$132Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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7:40 pm - 9:25 pmMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 45mnonstop
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6:35 pm - 9:55 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
2h 20mnonstop
$132Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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9:25 am - 11:00 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 35mnonstop
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6:35 pm - 9:55 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
2h 20mnonstop
$132Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:05 am - 7:50 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 45mnonstop
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5:55 pm - 9:10 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
2h 15mnonstop
$132Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:05 am - 7:50 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 45mnonstop
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5:40 am - 8:55 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
2h 15mnonstop
$132Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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5:30 am - 10:09 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:27 am - 5:40 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
6h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$197Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 11
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5:30 am - 10:09 amMCO  Orlando-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:24 pm - 12:40 amHOU  Houston Hobby-MCO Orlando
6h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$197Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

Round-trip flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport typically range from $231 to $437. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $132, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport. It’s 28% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 42% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport at $223 round-trip.
•May ($422) and June ($403) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 89% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 72% 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 Orlando to Hobby

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on MCO

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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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 Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$74
The most popular month to fly with an average 93% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport

When to book flights from Orlando to Hobby

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Orlando to Hobby based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:05 am and lands at 8:44 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 1:34 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 39m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

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

  • How long is a flight from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport takes 2h 39m, covering 847 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport range from $231 to $437, with an average of $331 over the past 12 months. Anything below $231 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 82% above the $331 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $332 round-trip, compared to $362 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Southwest is the only airline operating Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights. 82% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$92 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 17%, and night flights for 16%.

  • Have flight prices from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport 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 $132 to $929. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

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

  • How are flight prices from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $134, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)?

    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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport usually depart from Orlando (MCO) and arrive at Houston Hobby (HOU).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

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

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    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 Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 20m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) - 25% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $239 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $473, a difference of $234.

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

  • What airlines fly from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Orlando Airport and Houston Hobby Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Flying via New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 59m, compared with 6h via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Orlando Airport and Houston Hobby Airport?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston Hobby Airport?

    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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

    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 in Economy Class class

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

Your guide to booking Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $239, about $234 less than Sunday fares (49% 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 72% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Orlando Airport to Houston Hobby Airport trip for January. Fares historically average $223 round-trip in that month - typically $199 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Houston Hobby Airport.

    • Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport
    • Hilton Garden Inn Houston Hobby Airport

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