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Cheapest round-trip
$197
Typical prices: $277-$468
Southwest
Mon 12/10Mon 12/17
RDU - HOU • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$99
Typical prices: $163-$516
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Mon 12/3
RDU - HOU • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 3h 03m
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 67% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $401 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Hobby (RDU-HOU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Hobby

Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 8
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5:25 pm - 7:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 05mnonstop
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7:30 pm - 11:05 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 35mnonstop
$197Southwest
Mon, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 12
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1:55 pm - 4:00 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 05mnonstop
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3:30 pm - 7:05 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 35mnonstop
$197Southwest
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
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5:25 pm - 7:30 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 05mnonstop
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3:05 pm - 6:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 30mnonstop
$197Southwest
Tue, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 21
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6:00 am - 8:05 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-HOU Houston Hobby
3h 05mnonstop
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6:35 pm - 10:10 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 35mnonstop
$197Southwest
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Jan 6
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11:15 am - 4:29 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 12:46 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$217Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
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7:33 am - 2:13 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:27 pm - 12:24 amHOU  Houston Hobby-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$217Delta
Thu, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 23
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5:30 am - 10:23 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:12 am - 4:37 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$217Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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4:46 pm - 11:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:58 am - 3:52 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$244American Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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7:00 am - 1:35 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 35m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:05 pm - 8:54 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$244American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 8
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4:46 pm - 11:18 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:58 am - 3:52 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$271American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport typically range from $277 to $468. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $197, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 55% higher.

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

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport at $247 round-trip.
•August ($533) and April ($447) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 115% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 67% 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 Raleigh to Hobby

 
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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on RDU

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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.

Key details for Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 39% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Hobby

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Your Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 8:03 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:20 pm and lands at 11:23 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 03m.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport takes 3h 03m, covering 1,048 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport range from $277 to $468, with an average of $378 over the past 12 months. Anything below $277 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 121% above the $378 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $368 round-trip, compared to $401 via a layover through Nashville Intl (BNA).

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

    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.

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

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

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

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $126, which is 46% 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 averaging $69 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Ace

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Houston Hobby (HOU).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $356 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $588, a difference of $232.

    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 Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Raleigh and Houston Hobby Airport.

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 54m, compared with 4h 55m via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 4h 58m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

    Houston Hobby Airport is 1 hour behind Raleigh (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 Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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

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

  • Are the amenities at RDU Airport favorable for persons with limited mobility?

    Persons with limited mobility have nothing to worry about when traveling from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport. RDU Airport offers curb-to-aircraft wheelchair services to persons with limited mobility. All airlines at RDU Airport serving flights from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport have deployed personnel across the airport to assist travelers with limited mobility.

  • Where can I find car rentals after landing at HOU Airport in Houston?

    Many travelers consider rental cars the most convenient means of transportation for accessing Houston city center. Hertz Car Rental-Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) is one car rental agency where travelers landing at HOU Airport can consider renting a car. This agency is located along Monroe Blvd, Houston, and has an on-site office at HOU Airport.

  • Which hotel can I stay in after arriving at HOU Airport in Houston?

    There are numerous hotels near HOU Airport where arriving travelers can book hotel rooms. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport is one hotel easily accessible by travelers landing at HOU Airport. Located along Airport Boulevard in Houston, Texas, this hotel is less than 1 mile from HOU Airport. It offers free WI-FI and airport shuttle services.

  • How can I get to Houston city center from HOU Airport?

    The airport shuttle service is the most reliable and convenient transport to Houston city center for travelers arriving at HOU Airport. Travelers can also use METRO Bus 102, which serves the airport and its surroundings, and continues to the downtown Metro station.

Your guide to booking Raleigh 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $356, about $232 less than Monday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 67% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $247 round-trip in that month - typically $286 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport
    • Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
    • Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Hobby Airport
  • Are you planning to shop at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) before traveling from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)? Brierdale Shopping Center is one shopping mall that guarantees travelers an exciting shopping experience before taking their flights to Houston Hobby Airport.
  • If you plan to travel from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport in the company of your family or children using RDU Airport, consider flying on American Airlines. The free Wi-Fi services this airline offers would enable your kids to streamline their favorite TV shows, video games, and movies as you fly to Houston Hobby Airport. You can book a flight with this airline through KAYAK.
  • Are you a pet lover planning to travel from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport in the company of your lovely pet? Worry no more. RDU has a pet-friendly policy that allows you to remain with your pet. According to the RDU policy, travelers are allowed to carry their pets, but the pets must stay in their pets while at the airport. The pets can only be removed when undergoing security checks or using pet relief areas.
  • Travelers who plan to catch the earliest flight from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport that departs RDU Airport, should consider spending their night in a nearby hotel. Comfort Suites Raleigh Durham Airport/RTP is one hotel that offers affordable services to RDU Airport travelers. The hotel is at Page Rd, Durham, just 5 miles from the airport, and provides complimentary airport shuttle services.
  • Despite having other neighboring airports like FAY airport that serve similar flights to Houston Hobby Airport, travelers in Raleigh prefer RDU Airport as their departure airport when flying from Raleigh to Houston Hobby Airport. This is because numerous means of transport connect them to RDU Airport from downtown and the city center. Traveling to FAY airport is tedious since the airport is located 73 miles from Raleigh city.

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