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Cheapest round-trip
$223
Typical prices: $286-$548
Frontier
Sat 10/6Mon 10/8
IAD - IAH • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$243
Typical prices: $386-$589
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Sun 10/7Wed 10/10
IAD - IAH • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 3h 28m
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Cheapest • 11% average savings
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Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 27% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 51% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $201 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Houston (IAD-HOU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dulles Intl to Houston

Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
Frontier Logo
7:40 am - 10:04 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
15h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:14 pm - 5:12 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$223Frontier
Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 8
Frontier Logo
7:50 am - 10:30 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
15h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:55 am - 12:21 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
17h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$223Frontier
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:16 am - 8:55 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
10h 39m1 stop Orlando
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5:01 am - 5:56 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 55m2 stops Orlando Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA
$242Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 3:27 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 37mnonstop
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6:40 pm - 10:44 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
3h 04mnonstop
$243United Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 23
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5:15 pm - 7:33 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
3h 18mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:05 pm - 9:12 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
3h 07mnonstop
$243United Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:36 pm - 9:14 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
27h 38m1 stop Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:04 pm - 12:10 amIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$249Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
Delta Logo
6:12 pm - 11:03 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:09 am - 2:08 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$262Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:00 am - 10:09 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:28 pm - 12:42 amHOU  Houston Hobby-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$263Delta
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
4:41 pm - 10:37 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
6h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:09 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$313American Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 8
American Airlines Logo
11:45 am - 7:22 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
8h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:10 pm - 8:42 pmIAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 32m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$313American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston start at $223. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $286 to $548. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $223 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston at $211 round-trip.
  • July ($534) and June ($502) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 153% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 27% 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 Dulles Intl to Houston

 
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Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$115
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
Flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

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Your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston flights:

    • United 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Houston.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and may arrive at several airports in Houston area, including Houston Hobby (HOU) and Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston 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
    • JetBlue: 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $201 round-trip via Miami (MIA), compared to $475 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 89% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $378 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $490, a difference of $112. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

    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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 42 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston?

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 9:28 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:29 pm and lands at 1:57 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 28m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 6% above the route average of $427. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston takes 3h 28m, covering 1,199 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

    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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $129, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does United Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston flights?

    United Airlines is the only airline operating Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston flights. 89% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 51m, compared with 6h 10m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 7h 10m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Houston?

    Houston is 1 hour behind Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Houston?

    Since Houston is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (IAH) — daily rates from around $3:

    • ACO Rent A Car
    • Easirent
    • America Car Rental
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty

    Near Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) — daily rates from around $20:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston range from $286 to $548, with an average of $427 over the past 12 months. Anything below $286 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston 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 Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $378 - about $112 less than Monday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 27% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Houston trip for September. Fares historically average $211 round-trip in that month - typically $323 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 Miami Airport (MIA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $201 round-trip on this route - about $274 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

    · Houston Airport Marriott at George Bush Intercontinental

    Near Houston Hobby Airport

    · DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport
    · Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
    · TownePlace Suites by Marriott Houston Hobby Airport

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Houston

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Houston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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