Reagan-National

$109+ Cheap flights from Houston to Reagan-National (DCA)

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.
HOU — DCA
Apr 6 — Apr 131
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National are usually found in February or April, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Reagan-National

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Reagan-National (DCA). 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 April 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$227
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$109
(American Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$349
From Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
One-way flight from Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($4 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Houston to Reagan-National
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Reagan-National. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/147:30 amIAH - DCA
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/145:09 pmDCA - IAH
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$227
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/13:20 pmIAH - DCA
1 stop6h 39mJetBlue
Mon 5/56:15 amDCA - IAH
1 stop9h 09mJetBlue
Deal found 3/31$231
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/2910:18 amIAH - DCA
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Tue 5/66:59 amDCA - IAH
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Deal found 3/31$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/2910:13 amHOU - DCA
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Tue 5/67:59 amDCA - HOU
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 3/31$237
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/2511:21 amIAH - DCA
1 stop9h 38mFrontier
Mon 4/281:00 pmDCA - IAH
1 stop11h 37mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$238
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/222:10 pmHOU - DCA
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/261:10 pmDCA - HOU
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$253
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Wed 4/1610:36 amHOU - DCA
1 stop24h 28mFrontier
Thu 4/176:00 pmDCA - HOU
1 stop16h 32mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$260
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 6/277:50 pmIAH - DCA
Nonstop3h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/307:59 pmDCA - IAH
Nonstop3h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/1$269
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Fri 5/27:05 amHOU - DCA
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Sun 5/412:35 pmDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$269
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 5/295:54 pmIAH - DCA
2 stops26h 05mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/25:44 pmDCA - IAH
1 stop24h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/1$458

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

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Houston

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Reagan-National

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 5/14

7:30 am-2:24 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/14

5:09 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$227

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/1

3:20 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/5

6:15 am-2:24 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$231

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/29

10:18 am-6:42 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/6

6:59 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 06m

$237

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/29

10:13 am-6:20 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/6

7:59 am-1:53 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$237

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/25

11:21 am-9:59 pm

1 stop9h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/28

1:00 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$238

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/22

2:10 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/26

1:10 pm-6:01 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$253

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/16

10:36 am-12:04 pm

1 stop24h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/17

6:00 pm-9:32 am

1 stop16h 32m

$260

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 6/27

7:50 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/30

7:59 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$269

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/2

7:05 am-11:05 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 5/4

12:35 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$269

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/29

5:54 pm-8:59 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/2

5:44 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop24h 10m

$458

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

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

Check security wait times on the IAH website to streamline your departure process.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
DCA

Use the Metro for affordable and easy access from DCA to downtown D.C. and nearby Maryland.

Read more about DCAby Emily Zemler
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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Reagan-National

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Reagan-National. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

Booking 44 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 DCA?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Reagan-National. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday 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 Reagan-National by month

Plan your trip to Reagan-National by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Reagan-National by month

Plan your trip to Reagan-National by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Reagan-National

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Reagan-National. 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 Reagan-National. Reviews last updated April 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Houston to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $227 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are JetBlue and Delta, starting at $231 and $237 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $109. Frontier flights start at $114 while deals on Delta start at $119 one-way.

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

    While on average a flight from Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is generally $267, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $123. When looking at the most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), you can expect to pay $231 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Houston to Reagan-National?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Reagan-National?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston to Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $278). Flying from Houston to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 6 airlines flying from Houston to Reagan-National

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$67Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$144Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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