What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston to Philadelphia round-trip?

According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($165), American Airlines ($185), and Delta ($237) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Philadelphia. You may be able to fly from Houston to Philadelphia for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Philadelphia one-way?

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $82. Spirit Airlines flights start at $85 while deals on American Airlines start at $130 one-way.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to Philadelphia?

The price you pay for your flight from Houston to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston to Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Houston to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 day to fly from Houston to Philadelphia?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Houston to Philadelphia?

American Airlines, Delta and Frontier are the most popular airlines when flying from Houston to Philadelphia.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Houston to Philadelphia?

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Philadelphia. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Houston to Philadelphia?

Users have found that booking a flight from Houston to Philadelphia at least 30 days early can save you up to 30% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 30 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Houston to Philadelphia for as little as $160 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $373 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Philadelphia?

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to Philadelphia from Houston average $262. You can even find prices in September for less than $262, as users have found deals to Philadelphia from as low as $50. The month of February appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Philadelphia from Houston. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 71%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to PHL?

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Philadelphia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Philadelphia from Houston?

Philadelphia (PHL) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston to Philadelphia. You should not have trouble finding flights to Philadelphia from Houston; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Philadelphia airport from Houston. It is only a 7.0 mi journey from Philadelphia (PHL) to Philadelphia’s city center.

Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Houston to Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Houston to Philadelphia?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Houston to Philadelphia.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Philadelphia?

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

$82+ Flights from Houston to Philadelphia

Round-trip from	$165 (Cheapflightsfares)
One-way from	$82 (Trip.com)
Popular in	February
Cheapest in	September
Average price	$321

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom and priority boarding, ideal for a comfortable short flight.

Prepay for checked bags on United to save on fees, especially for domestic routes.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$54	Average$155	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Frontier	Cheapest$88	Average$159	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
American Airlines	Cheapest$139	Average$368	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$170	Average$391	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Delta	Cheapest$216	Average$299	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Southwest	Cheapest$246	Average$448	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

$82+ Cheap flights from Houston to Philadelphia (PHL)

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

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