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$103 Find Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport

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Cheap Flight Deals from Philadelphia to Hobby (PHL-HOU)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Hobby 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.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Philadelphia to Hobby

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Philadelphia to Hobby.
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Southwest Logo
6:30 pm - 11:15 pmPHL-HOU
5h 45m1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 11:35 amHOU-PHL
5h 10m1 stop
$205Southwest
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Sat, May 31 - Tue, Jun 3
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 11:15 amPHL-HOU
6h 45m2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:35 am - 11:25 amHOU-PHL
4h 50m1 stop
$210Southwest
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Wed, Jul 30 - Tue, Aug 5
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:45 amPHL-HOU
5h 45m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 12:59 amHOU-PHL
5h 29m1 stop
$225American Airlines
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Sat, Jul 26 - Tue, Aug 5
Delta Logo
2:57 pm - 9:17 pmPHL-HOU
7h 20m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:06 pmHOU-PHL
6h 06m1 stop
$237Delta
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Sat, Jun 7 - Wed, Jun 11
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 9:15 amPHL-HOU
4h 45m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 1:00 pmHOU-PHL
5h 55m1 stop
$238Delta
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Tue, Jul 1 - Fri, Jul 4
Delta Logo
5:20 pm - 10:21 pmPHL-HOU
6h 01m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 1:14 pmHOU-PHL
6h 14m1 stop
$242Delta
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Sat, Jul 26 - Sun, Aug 3
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:43 amPHL-HOU
5h 43m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
4:26 pm - 10:45 pmHOU-PHL
5h 19m1 stop
$245American Airlines
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Thu, Jun 5 - Tue, Jun 10
Sun Country Air Logo
1:08 pm - 7:03 pmPHL-HOU
6h 55m1 stop
Sun Country Air Logo
8:06 pm - 11:11 amHOU-PHL
14h 05m1 stop
$365Sun Country Air
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Sun, May 18 - Thu, May 22
Sun Country Air Logo
11:51 am - 6:15 pmPHL-HOU
7h 24m1 stop
Sun Country Air Logo
8:06 pm - 11:11 amHOU-PHL
14h 05m1 stop
$455Sun Country Air
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Thu, May 15 - Thu, May 22
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 6:00 pmPHL-HOU
10h 45m2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 4:50 pmHOU-PHL
10h 50m2 stops
$22,916Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Jun 5 - Mon, Jun 9
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Philadelphia to Hobby flights

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport?

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Houston Hobby Airport on a Saturday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Philadelphia, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby 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 Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport is September, where tickets cost $142 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $384 and $378 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby 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 Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
High seasonMay
Cheapest flight$103
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 22% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flight from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Hobby

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Philadelphia to Hobby based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport flights

  • What is the most convenient way to access Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) from downtown Philadelphia?

    The best way to get to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) from the city center of Philadelphia is by using the Regional Rail. The Regional Rail departs in 30min intervals on the weekends and after every hour on weekdays. It passes through all terminals in the Philadelphia Airport (PHL). The quickest way to get to the airport from downtown Philadelphia is by taxi, however, it is more expensive.

  • Which airport is better for passengers heading to downtown Houston?

    William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is the more conveniently located airport for those heading downtown. It is only seven miles away, compared to George Bush International Airport (IAH), which is 23 miles away. The price from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to downtown is likely to be half compared to what you would pay from George Bush International Airport (IAH).

  • Does Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) have lounges?

    Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) has a couple of lounges, including the United Airlines Lounge and United Club, found between Terminals C and D, slightly past the security. The Delta Airlines Lounge, Delta Sky Club, is located in the west wing of Terminal D after the security near the food court. American Airlines has three lounges, in the east wing of Terminal A between Gates A4 and A6, Level 3 between Terminal B and C, and Level 2 of Terminal F.

  • Which airlines travel nonstop from Philadelphia (PHL) to Houston?

    American Airlines and United Airlines are the two airlines that provide nonstop travel from Philadelphia (PHL) to George Bush International Airport (IAH). However, Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines have a layover at Louis Armstrong New Orleans Airport (MSY) as they head toward George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Frontier Airlines has a flight to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) with a layover at Orlando International Airport (MCO).

  • Which airport is best for flights to Houston from Philadelphia?

    There are three airports in Houston, Ellington Airport (EFD), William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Of the three airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the largest, busiest, and best for international flights. However, William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is more convenient for domestic flights and it is more convenient to get to and from the city.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport was $103 for a one-way ticket and $205 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Philadelphia and Houston Hobby Airport?

    A passport is not required to fly from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Philadelphia and Houston Hobby Airport, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Philadelphia to Houston, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Philadelphia to Houston are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $434 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $348 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport?

    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 Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Houston Hobby Airport from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport?

    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 Houston Hobby Airport with an airline and back to Philadelphia with another airline. Booking your flights between Philadelphia and HOU can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Houston Hobby Airport from Philadelphia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Philadelphia to Houston Hobby Airport

  • There are three airports in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport, North Philadelphia Airport, and the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), the main airport in the region.
  • Parking a car at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) in the short-term parking on the ground level costs approximately $6 per hour and around $40 per day, whereas the long-term fees are approximately $6 per hour and around $20 per day.
  • Houston International Airport (IAH) has five terminals, with Terminal E facilitating the international flights in the airport.
  • The George Bush International Airport (IAH) is accessible to those with mobility issues, and it is fitted with rampways throughout the airport for easy maneuvering.
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the hub for American Airlines and a focus city for Frontier Airlines.

Top 5 airlines serving from Philadelphia to Hobby

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Philadelphia to Houston. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4294 reviews
8.2Boarding
7.6Entertainment
8.0Comfort
7.1Food
8.6Crew
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Multiple delays and gate changes. Arrived at final destination 6 hours late. All rental cars had been taken.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Dec 2024MCI - DAL
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Multiple delays and gate changes. Arrived at final destination 6 hours late. All rental cars had been taken.

The movies using Southwest WiFi kept pausing and I had to restart multiple times.

First, my flight was a usual flight nothing exceptional or unexpected. Over all it was a normal, good flight! Second, your questionaire is wholly lacking in the proper options to which one can answer a question. Often on short flights, there is no food let alone entertainment so why isn't that reflected in your questionaire? A simple "not applicable" would cover that issue appropriately but no, your form arbitrarily enters an answer based on the initial assessment which normally isn't factual. Until you provide an accurate means of assessing flights, I'll no longer be completing of these unimpressive and misleading assessements. Thank you!

Easy to book and to get check in and get on and off.

First time I’ve ever missed a flight and it was an international flight.. Southwest put me on the next flight and it was the best experience possible.

It seems as though the provisions are even less. Although SWA used to be an economy Airline, that isn't really the case anymore. I paid over $700. for a round trip to Denver and I could have flown just about any airline for the price. The drinks are now in a 6-ounce cup and with ice I'm sure a can would fill more than 2 cups. However, I am very proud of SWA for using paper rather than continuing to contribute to the millions of plastic cups being used each day. I've thought of this fr many years and am so glad to see it come to fruition, if not by only SWA so far.

Service was great, boarding and exiting went smoothly, and the flight was very pleasant.

Southwest is amazing. The only issues I would have to say is. I don't like the unassigned seating, and the fact that the flight is completely sold out. It makes for a very tight fit. Other than that. Crew was great fun professional and attentive.

Everything worked well. Crew was as entertaining as is possible on a plane flight. Southwest still has good legroom:

Crew was great - friendly and helpful with boarding - letting folks know where overhead space was available thus getting us out of the gate on time.

The plane pushed back from the gate on time. However, it stopped on the ramp, and we waited for over 20 minutes before the aircraft pulled back to the gate. Apparently, something of importance had to be removed from the aircraft by the gate agent. I found this to be odd. The delay was not significant, but I felt that whatever was on the aircraft that had to be taken off, should’ve been done before we pushed back from the gate.

Smooth boarding process. Early departure, smooth flight, early arrival. The entertainment package has very good recent movie options. The flight crew were friendly and professional.

My suitcase was destroyed. The top part where the handle is is completed broken. And unusable now.

Since when do I have to pay for my checked bag? I have a United Explorer mileage plus silver card and I was charged for my checked bags. This also is an international flight. So I would like an explanation to be clear before I choose an airline please?

Michael, our FA was very attentive, even finding me a chocolate brownie from economy class when the dessert selections were all dairy based. ( intolerant, not allergic so don’t usually need to order dairy free)

I don’t understand the purpose of the orange “priority” tag on my bag. This tagged, my bag is last or near to the last bag to come down the carousel at IAH.

Oh my gosh, I loved my experience with United! they made me want to travel more often.

The planes are so dirty! Food crumbs and finger print smudges, Dust over the vents and carpet stains. It’s disgusting.

The bag drop personal were not helpful. There was no food on the flight. Boeing aircraft, lousy as always. Everything else was fine.

Asked several times dairy free options and was ignored. Was told chips was the only thing I could have that I should have put it on my profile “which it is”. Very unprofessional. WiFi didn’t work have the flight. Overall a very bad experience.

Everything about the flight was lovely…We left early, arrived early, cabin crew were efficient and helpful. Flight was easy and most pleasant.

Everyone was nice. It was on time and the food was. Airplane food, but not horrible

One bottle of water and a package of cookies for comfort plus. We had to literally beg a flight attendant for an extra bottle of water later in the flight due to feeling dehydrated.

late again! but its my only option to not take 9 hours to get to Memphis

Almost everything was outstanding. First, we boarded on time and the flight crew did a great job getting everyone seated. Then the pilots took their time and care to make sure the plane was full de-iced three times as there was a bad ice storm a few hours earlier. The plane ride was smooth and comfortable and even the economy seats had decent room and comfort. Flight Attendant Lisa went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable - she is outstanding. The only thing wrong with the flight, and it is something which needs to be addressed, is that the gate to gate time was over 6.5 hours and not one meal was served. The only thing offered to eat were two small cookies for a transcontinental flight - unacceptable. Charge me more but give me a meal for a long flight. Thankfully Lisa found something for me.

Very poor. Our special services attendant gave us incorrect information. I also was mishandled at landing. There was no wheelchair waiting. I fell deboarding the plane. Appalling!

I had a very unpleasant encounter with one man from customer service: he was extremely rude and miserable. And his condition was reflected on his decision to send me to the worst airport hotel and get an awful flight connection. My hotel shuttle had never arrived and I had to book another hotel. People served by other representatives got a much better treatment and deal.

The flight left a bit late, but arrived close to time expected…With the flight being close to full the crew did well serving drinks to all in a very timely fashion. The flight was a pleasure…

They didn't have any gluten-free snacks, oddly, which I require...or any flavored soda water or decaf tea options, which seems to be standard.

My flight back my reservations were list because they said I didn't pay my pet fee when I had a receipt

Flight was delayed a bit, but that was expected (and updated), so really not bad at all for the price. Could’ve used one less email asking me to upgrade my seat; otherwise no significant complaints

Easy boarding. Met expectations for a 2-3 hour flight. Early arrival at DFW caused a 39 minute delay on the tarmac in getting to our gate. 😏 overall, good flight.

My experience with Spirit went pretty much as expected. It's a no frills airline, and you get what you pay for. I don't require much, so I was grateful to have an inexpensive way to travel. It is sad to me that the gate agents and flight crew don't smile much or seem very friendly or helpful. They are competent and efficient, and that's really all I need.

It was fast but uncomfortable seats. Had to pay a bit extra not sure why? Maybe in selection of all my 4 tix together ? Just knew I had a balance before getting boarding pass online when departing from satx ? And flight was delayed..

Last minute 2-3 hr delay in flight schedule; no explanation Unexpected extra $52 charge What's the benefit of choosing a cheap airline if you trick people last minute and force them to pay extra last minute? Did not appreciate being cornered.

Was pleasantly surprised at how large the plane was. Crew very friendly.

Most uncomfortable seating I have ever experienced. And they do not provide any beverage unless purchased. Water was 4.59 a bottle. Same for a soda. A cup of water should be free. I will never fly Spirit again.

Seats are uncomfortable and too close together. Also, you missed my connection in Vegas on the way back and I ended up sleeping in the airport, flying back to Burbank instead of LAX and I got home 12 hours late.

They are very particular about size of the bag. Mine is small bag and has wheels. Bag wheel edges are bit outside of the measurements bucket. They charged $99 as carryon bagage

Non-professional acting crew, Very uncomfortable seats…!! Very bad pricing with all the add-ons for seat choice, luggage fees, etc….soon you’ll charge extra for oxygen. The ticket price means Nothing because in the end, the actual amount i paid, i could have and will in the future continue to fly on a real airline…

The reps working at the airport counter were dumber than a second coat of paint.

My costume jewelry was stolen out of my bag. Got to airport and my bag weighed 45 pounds- 5 pounds over cost me $100 Long lines in tier one. No entertainment No WiFi no free drinks or snacks

Not very good. Paid in excess of $400 for assigned seating for my family and that was not provided. I want that money back.

The seats were hard molded plastic covered in plastic vinyl. And the scam to charge people extra to sit together. Don’t they know we can just ask someone to trade seats. And watching the staff separate young children from parents… super classy. We had to guilt them into offering up our seats. This companies policies suck. Don’t give them your money.

The seats were awful, hard plastic covered in sheet vinyl. The airline tries to scam you into paying extra to get seat together when the flight wasn’t full. They were going to separate a family with young children but my wife who had a row to herself gave up her seat so the young mom could be with her young boys. I’m never giving this airline my money again.

It was a short flight so no food or entertainment….

Seats are uncomfortable but price is good. Guess I can put up with misery for four hours.

I’ve never traveled on Frontier before. If you want basic, no frills, friendly service at great prices then give them a fly!

Cancelled and declined to find alternatives Earlier flight is 2 days later Sent the cancellation notification very late, wish I knew earlier would have stayed to watch the Miami open final game Very disappointing service

The worst flight of my life. Never will I fly frontier again

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