George Bush Intcntl

$53+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to George Bush Intcntl (IAH)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — IAH
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Houston George Bush Intcntl are usually found in October or February, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$99
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$53
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$280

Good round-trip deal

$154 or less

Good one-way deal

$109 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($16 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/285:30 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/304:45 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$99
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/188:15 pmDTW - IAH
Nonstop2h 52mDelta
Sat 6/215:15 amIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 47mDelta
Deal found 3/28$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/148:00 amDTW - IAH
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/142:29 pmIAH - DTW
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$213
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3110:21 amDTW - IAH
1 stop6h 11mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/36:04 amIAH - DTW
1 stop7h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$240
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Mon 3/3110:21 amDTW - IAH
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Sun 4/65:26 pmIAH - DTW
1 stop10h 18mFrontier
Deal found 3/28$268

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport that are best for you.

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George Bush Intcntl

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DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/28

5:30 am-7:36 am

Nonstop3h 06m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/30

4:45 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$99

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/18

8:15 pm-10:07 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 6/21

5:15 am-9:02 am

Nonstop2h 47m

$199

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/14

8:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 6/14

2:29 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$213

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/8

2:43 pm-12:19 am

1 stop10h 36m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/10

11:48 am-8:03 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$238

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

5:30 am-7:36 am

Nonstop3h 06m

$53

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/6

5:54 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$110

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/5

8:15 pm-10:07 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$119

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/3

9:35 am-4:44 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$124

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/4

6:00 am-5:22 pm

2 stops12h 22m

$258

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/23

4:53 pm-4:54 pm

2 stops25h 01m

$353

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Deals found on 3/27

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches extra legroom, ideal for comfort on medium-haul flights.


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United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for added comfort on medium-haul flights.


Prepay for checked bags 24 hours before to save on fees with United.

Airports
DTW

At DTW, security lines are usually short, with waits under 15 minutes. Plan accordingly to avoid unnecessary stress.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
IAH

For a quick ride from IAH to downtown Houston, Uber or Lyft takes about 25 minutes. Consider this for convenience.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
Our travel experts
Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

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Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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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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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Expert on DTW

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (average of $241). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to IAH?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 40% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to IAH are scheduled on a Friday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in George Bush Intcntl by month

Plan your trip to George Bush Intcntl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in George Bush Intcntl by month

Plan your trip to George Bush Intcntl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing George Bush Intcntl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to George Bush Intcntl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to George Bush Intcntl. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Houston, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    If you book a flight to Houston George Bush Intcntl from Detroit, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is located 17.3 mi from the center of Detroit. There are 15 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Houston George Bush Intcntl per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $99 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $199 and $213 round-trip. These flights start at 57% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport one-way?

    $53 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $110 and $119, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport on time: Air France (88%), Spirit Airlines (86%), Virgin Australia (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport is generally $799, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $48. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Houston George Bush Intcntl), you can expect to pay $98 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to George Bush Intcntl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport (average of $241). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Detroit to George Bush Intcntl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$106Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$159Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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