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$126+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Houston

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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — HOU
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$240
(Frontier)

One-way from

$126
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$378
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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Houston
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/91:00 pmDCA - IAH
1 stop11h 53mFrontier
Sun 5/116:00 amIAH - DCA
1 stop9h 59mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$240
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/711:45 amDCA - IAH
1 stop7h 18mJetBlue
Sat 5/101:55 pmIAH - DCA
1 stop8h 03mJetBlue
Deal found 4/16$251
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/215:30 pmDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 20mSouthwest
Wed 6/257:00 pmHOU - DCA
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/17$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/96:00 amDCA - IAH
Nonstop3h 31mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/127:57 pmIAH - DCA
Nonstop3h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 6/1812:31 pmDCA - IAH
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/25:00 amIAH - DCA
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Sat 5/106:00 amDCA - HOU
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Sat 5/1710:22 amHOU - DCA
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/17$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 7/256:00 amDCA - IAH
1 stop5h 21mDelta
Mon 7/2812:51 pmIAH - DCA
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Deal found 4/16$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/101:44 pmDCA - HOU
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/115:00 amHOU - DCA
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$345
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Fri 4/186:00 pmDCA - HOU
1 stop18h 37mFrontier
Mon 4/2110:36 amHOU - DCA
1 stop29h 23mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$401
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/179:59 amDCA - IAH
2 stops21h 21mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/245:54 pmIAH - DCA
2 stops27h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$604

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston that are best for you.

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Reagan-National

Fly to

Houston

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/9

1:00 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop11h 53m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 5/11

6:00 am-4:59 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$240

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/7

11:45 am-6:03 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/10

1:55 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$251

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - HOU

DCAHOU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 6/21

7:20 am-9:30 am

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston Hobby

Wed 6/25

7:00 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$269

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/9

6:00 am-8:31 am

Nonstop3h 31m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/12

7:57 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$269

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/18

12:31 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 7/2

5:00 am-2:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$277

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - HOU

DCAHOU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/10

6:00 am-9:33 am

1 stop4h 33m

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/17

10:22 am-6:22 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$289

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/23

12:10 pm-6:53 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 6/26

3:59 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$289

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - HOU

DCAHOU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/10

1:44 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Houston Hobby

Sun 5/11

5:00 am-10:59 am

1 stop4h 59m

$345

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/17

9:59 am-6:20 am

2 stops21h 21m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/24

5:54 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$604

Washington, D.C.Houston

DCA - IAH

DCAIAH

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/8

1:00 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$126

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The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston trip
Airlines
United Airlines

Polaris passengers enjoy lie-flat seats, noise-reducing headphones, and upscale amenity kits.


United Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats towards the front of the economy cabin.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Southwest

Southwest's open seating policy allows passengers to choose any available seat upon boarding.


Southwest offers free messaging and high-speed Wi-Fi for a fee on most flights.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
Airports
DCA

DCA has two parking garages and an outdoor economy lot. Reserve online as lots fill quickly, especially during busy times.

Read more about DCAby Emily Zemler
IAH

For quick access to downtown Houston, take an Uber or Lyft from Terminals A, B, or C. It's about a 25-minute drive.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
HOU

HOU's single terminal makes it easy to navigate. Arrive closer to your flight time due to short security lines.

Read more about HOUby Scott Laird
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Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

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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Marisa Garcia

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Expert on Southwest

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Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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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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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on DCA

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Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on HOU

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to Houston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Houston from Reagan-National with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reagan-National to Houston. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

Booking 72 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston. 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 DCA to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

When flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 13% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reagan-National to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston 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 when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, 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 Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. 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 Houston. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Washington, D.C. to Houston have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,554 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,887 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $240 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are JetBlue and Southwest, starting at $251 and $269 round-trip. Frontier is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston are Frontier ($126), Southwest ($135), and United Airlines ($135).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $134. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Houston Hobby) can be booked for $269 on average our data indicates $296 when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Houston that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). 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 Reagan-National to Houston

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Reagan-National to Houston. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$82Average$172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$131Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$251Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$259Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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