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Cheapest round-trip
$81
Typical prices: $179-$347
Frontier
Tue 10/23Wed 10/24
PHX - IAH • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$86
Typical prices: $108-$228
Frontier
Tue 10/23
PHX - IAH • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines, American Airlines and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 43m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 37% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $145 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Phoenix to George Bush Intcntl (PHX-IAH)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Phoenix to George Bush Intcntl

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 24
Frontier Logo
5:01 am - 9:42 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 41mnonstop
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12:44 pm - 1:42 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
2h 58mnonstop
$81Frontier
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Oct 31
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6:00 am - 10:50 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 50mnonstop
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11:39 am - 12:45 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
3h 06mnonstop
$137Frontier
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:42 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 42mnonstop
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2:20 pm - 3:13 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
2h 53mnonstop
$231United Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 29
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8:04 pm - 11:44 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 40mnonstop
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4:46 pm - 6:49 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
3h 03mnonstop
$231United Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 8:14 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 44mnonstop
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5:45 am - 7:50 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
3h 05mnonstop
$231American Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 23
American Airlines Logo
9:49 am - 1:34 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
2h 45mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
2:24 pm - 4:30 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
3h 06mnonstop
$231American Airlines
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 23
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 5:40 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
9h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:30 am - 12:28 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
6h 58m1 stop Los Angeles
$251Delta
Tue, Dec 15 - Wed, Jan 6
Delta Logo
12:59 am - 10:16 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
8h 17m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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1:15 pm - 9:45 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
9h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$251Delta
Fri, Dec 11 - Thu, Dec 24
JetBlue Logo
11:59 pm - 10:36 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
9h 37m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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1:00 pm - 10:49 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
10h 49m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$385JetBlue
Fri, Dec 11 - Fri, Dec 18
JetBlue Logo
11:59 pm - 10:36 amPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
9h 37m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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1:00 pm - 10:49 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
10h 49m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$409JetBlue
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Price, demand and travel trends for Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport start at $81. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $179 to $347. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $81 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport at $203 round-trip.
  • July ($309) and June ($297) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 37% 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 Phoenix to George Bush Intcntl

 
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 Frontier and United Airlines

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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Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

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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Laura Ratliff

Expert on PHX

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

John Walton

John Walton

Expert on IAH

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.

Key details for Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$86
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

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Your Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport and Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines
    • Frontier

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport usually depart from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and arrive at Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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
    • Frontier: 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $145 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $258 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $37–$100 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 90% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 21% on the Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $235 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $294, a difference of $59. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights, with 45% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 22%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:00 am and lands at 3:43 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:10 pm and lands at 10:53 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 43m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 22% above the route average of $255. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport takes 2h 43m, covering 1,006 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 are flight prices from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $127, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 13m, compared with 8h 55m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 11h 40m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport and Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is 2 hours ahead of Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (Central Time vs Mountain Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH)?

    Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $3 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • ACO Rent A Car
    • Easirent
    • America Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport range from $179 to $347, with an average of $255 over the past 12 months. Anything below $179 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport 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 Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $235 - about $59 less than Monday (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 37% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average $203 round-trip in that month - typically $106 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 Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $145 round-trip on this route - about $113 less than direct flights (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 George Bush Intcntl Airport.
    - Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental

Prefer to fly direct from Phoenix to Houston George Bush Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Houston George Bush Intcntl

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Houston George Bush Intcntl to Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,United Airlines

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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