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$79+ Cheap flights from Houston to Phoenix

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HOU — PHX
Mar 2 — Mar 91
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The best prices from Houston to Phoenix are usually found in July or June, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Phoenix (PH1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$118
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$79
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$213
From Houston to Phoenix
One-way flight from Houston to Phoenix
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from Houston to Phoenix
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/77:13 amIAH - PHX
1 stop9h 54mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/95:40 amPHX - IAH
Nonstop2h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24$118
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/2212:22 pmIAH - PHX
Nonstop3h 15mFrontier
Tue 3/255:40 amPHX - IAH
Nonstop2h 32mFrontier
Deal found 2/25$137
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/139:31 pmIAH - PHX
1 stop17h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/182:12 pmPHX - IAH
2 stops18h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/24$170
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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.
Wed 4/99:45 pmHOU - PHX
Nonstop2h 50mSouthwest
Sat 4/125:25 amPHX - HOU
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/23$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Tue 3/252:35 pmHOU - PHX
1 stop8h 14mDelta
Tue 4/110:35 pmPHX - HOU
1 stop9h 01mDelta
Deal found 2/24$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Tue 3/256:20 pmIAH - PHX
1 stop7h 17mDelta
Tue 4/17:07 amPHX - IAH
1 stop6h 51mDelta
Deal found 2/25$217
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Wed 3/2610:36 amHOU - PHX
1 stop11h 34mFrontier
Sat 3/296:00 amPHX - HOU
1 stop11h 24mFrontier
Deal found 2/25$244
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/79:19 amHOU - PHX
1 stop8h 12mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/92:01 pmPHX - HOU
1 stop18h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Sat 3/2210:05 amIAH - PHX
Nonstop3h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/2311:59 pmPHX - IAH
Nonstop2h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/25$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 3/196:33 pmHOU - PHX
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/244:25 pmPHX - HOU
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/25$309

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston to Phoenix that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 25, 2025.

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HoustonPhoenix

IAH - PHX

IAHPHX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/25

7:13 am-3:07 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/1

11:15 am-3:56 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

$125

HoustonPhoenix

IAH - PHX

IAHPHX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/22

12:22 pm-1:37 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/25

5:40 am-10:12 am

Nonstop2h 32m

$137

HoustonPhoenix

IAH - PHX

IAHPHX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/24

7:13 am-3:07 pm

1 stop9h 54m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/25

4:02 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop25h 11m

$177

HoustonPhoenix

HOU - PHX

HOUPHX

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/9

9:35 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/17

8:15 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$191

HoustonPhoenix

HOU - PHX

HOUPHX

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/25

2:35 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop10h 11m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/2

10:35 pm-9:28 am

1 stop8h 53m

$217

HoustonPhoenix

IAH - PHX

IAHPHX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/9

7:25 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop6h 17m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 5/18

6:00 am-2:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$217

HoustonPhoenix

IAH - PHX

IAHPHX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/21

8:00 am-9:12 am

Nonstop3h 12m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 3/21

7:00 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

$239

HoustonPhoenix

HOU - PHX

HOUPHX

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/26

10:36 am-8:10 pm

1 stop11h 34m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/29

6:00 am-7:24 pm

1 stop11h 24m

$244

HoustonPhoenix

IAH - PHX

IAHPHX

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/22

10:05 am-11:14 am

Nonstop3h 09m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 3/23

11:59 pm-4:37 am

Nonstop2h 38m

$290

HoustonPhoenix

HOU - PHX

HOUPHX

Houston Hobby

Sat 5/10

9:10 am-12:52 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/14

5:28 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 31m

$309

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to Phoenix

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Houston to Phoenix including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Houston to Phoenix, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Houston to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 HOU to PHX?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Phoenix. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 25, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Houston to Phoenix in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Phoenix?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Phoenix by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Phoenix ranges from 0.0 - 1.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Phoenix when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Phoenix by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Phoenix, 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 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Phoenix

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Phoenix. 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 Phoenix. Reviews last updated February 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Houston to Phoenix by reading reviews from past customers. 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.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Justin,May 2024

AUS - SAN

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Justin,May 2024

AUS - SAN

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Justin,May 2024

AUS - SAN

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Justin,May 2024

AUS - SAN

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Justin,May 2024

AUS - SAN

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Justin,May 2024

AUS - SAN

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Houston to Phoenix Travel Guide

Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix is classed as a civil-military airport. It’s in Maricopa County and just three miles from downtown Phoenix. It is the busiest airport in the state of Arizona and serviced almost 45 million passengers in 2018. This is a hub for American Airlines. It’s also one of Southwest’s big operating airports. They have about 188 flights working out of this airport every day.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston to Phoenix. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Houston to Phoenix flights?

    You can fly between Houston and Phoenix on a flight taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport or from William P. Hobby Airport. They will all land in Phoenix at Sky Harbor International Airport. There are many flights offered for this trip that include non-stop, one-stop, and two or more stops.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Houston to Phoenix?

    You can catch a non-stop flight on United or American Airlines. The flight duration is 2h 48m. You’ll get a better price most of the time when you choose a flight with one stop. You can find non-stop flights out of Houston Hobby to Phoenix on Southwest as well.

  • What are the stopover options between Houston to Phoenix?

    If you decide to go with Southwest for your flight, you could be stopping in Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, El Paso, Albuquerque, or Denver. Stopovers are all under two hours. If you leave out of George Bush, there are many of the same stopovers, as well as additional ones like LAX, Atlanta, and Minneapolis. Some of the stopovers for these are a bit longer making the longest travel times go over nine hours. You can also book with Frontier on a flight that’s 7h 14m and stops in Denver.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Houston to Phoenix?

    There is no need for a passport or visa to take these flights. They all stay within the United States. The entire flight is domestic with, or without stops. You will only need a valid form of identification to board your plane. You can use your passport but it’s not required.

  • Which green airlines offer service between Houston and Phoenix?

    If you want to fly green from Houston to Phoenix, consider booking flights with Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, or Allegiant Air. These carriers are committed to using fuel optimization technologies to reduce their excessive hydrocarbon usage plus greenhouse gas emissions. Many airlines operating on this route have also switched out their complicated, loud, and huge engines for lighter, more advanced ones in an effort to reduce their noise levels.

  • What strategies could be used to find a clean airline that connects Houston and Phoenix?

    Study more about the various environmental initiatives provided by the major airlines that operate the Houston to Phoenix route, like Air Canada, American Airlines as well as SWISS Airlines, before booking a reservation. By reading their Environmental, Social, and Governance reports, you may determine how committed the carriers are to sustainable development. Airlines often evaluate airports and transportation services to produce their ESG guides. Monitoring the steps undertaken by the majority of airlines to uphold their commitment to sustainability is made possible by the Environmental Assessment for Airports and Ground Service Providers (IEnVA) published by the IATA.

  • Can one sustainably go by plane from Houston to Phoenix?

    If you simply pack what is required, you can travel sustainably from Houston to Phoenix. If the aircraft's weight were lowered, its carbon dioxide output would go down significantly. Another sensible approach to travel ethically from Houston to Phoenix is by flying economy, especially if you want to lessen the quantity of CO2 that is emitted by each seat.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($137), Spirit Airlines ($170), and Southwest ($199) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Phoenix. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $79 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $80 and American Airlines from $80 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Phoenix?

    While on average a flight from Houston to Phoenix is generally $322, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $138. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), you can expect to pay $118 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Phoenix?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Phoenix 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 Houston to Phoenix?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Houston to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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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Alternative routes for Houston to Phoenix

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Top 5 airlines flying from Houston to Phoenix

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Houston to Phoenix. 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 February 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$56Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$75Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$138Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$142Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$158Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

Helpful tips for your next trip to Phoenix

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Phoenix. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • If you want to use an airfield which takes sensible environmental conservation measures into account from Houston to Phoenix, think about using George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). IAH intends to cease using single-use plastics in all of its commercial endeavors.
  • If you want to travel from Houston to Phoenix using an environmentally friendly airport, think about arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). As part of its continuous commitment to environmental responsibility, this airport has started introducing solar electricity generating activities.
  • Public transport from PHX to a number of locations in Phoenix is more eco-friendly than individual transportation since buses emit lesser carbon dioxide into the atmosphere.
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