Washington, D.C.

$53+ Cheap flights from Houston to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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The best prices from Houston to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or April, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 Februar 24, 2025.

Round-trip from

$101
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$58
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$214
From Houston to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Houston to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from Houston to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Februar 24, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 3/258:41 amIAH - BWI
Nonstop2h 59mSpirit Airlines
Do 3/279:21 pmBWI - IAH
Nonstop3h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/24$101
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Di 3/115:20 pmIAH - BWI
1 stop5h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sa 3/156:00 amBWI - IAH
1 stop11h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/23$128
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mi 3/1210:36 amHOU - DCA
1 stop24h 27mFrontier
Di 3/187:00 amDCA - HOU
1 stop27h 36mFrontier
Deal found 2/23$135
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sa 3/810:17 pmIAH - IAD
1 stop21h 08mFrontier
Sa 3/1510:25 pmIAD - IAH
1 stop14h 39mFrontier
Deal found 2/23$135
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Di 4/85:45 amIAH - IAD
3 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mo 5/195:40 pmIAD - IAH
3 stops24h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/24$227
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Mi 3/268:40 pmHOU - BWI
Nonstop2h 50mSouthwest
Mi 4/26:30 amBWI - HOU
Nonstop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/24$237
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Do 3/1310:00 pmIAH - DCA
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Do 3/201:03 pmDCA - IAH
1 stop12h 17mFrontier
Deal found 2/24$244
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Mo 3/248:43 amIAH - BWI
1 stop7h 38mFrontier
Do 3/2711:34 amBWI - IAH
1 stop9h 13mFrontier
Deal found 2/24$244
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Mi 4/166:00 amHOU - BWI
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Sa 4/195:30 pmBWI - HOU
1 stop4h 52mDelta
Deal found 2/24$267
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Do 5/13:20 pmIAH - DCA
1 stop6h 39mJetBlue
So 5/46:10 amDCA - IAH
1 stop9h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 2/24$268
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Do 3/278:01 pmIAH - DCA
Nonstop2h 58mUnited Airlines
Mi 4/211:05 amDCA - IAH
Nonstop3h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/24$269
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Do 3/206:50 pmHOU - DCA
Nonstop2h 50mSouthwest
Mo 3/246:00 amDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 2/24$269

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Price

HoustonBaltimore

IAH - BWI

IAHBWI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Di 3/25

8:41 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop2h 59m

Baltimore/Washington

Do 3/27

9:21 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 38m

$101

HoustonBaltimore

IAH - BWI

IAHBWI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Di 3/11

5:20 pm-12:17 am

1 stop5h 57m

Baltimore/Washington

Sa 3/15

6:00 am-4:44 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$128

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Mi 3/12

10:36 am-12:03 pm

1 stop24h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Di 3/18

7:00 am-9:36 am

1 stop27h 36m

$135

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - IAD

IAHIAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sa 3/8

10:17 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop21h 08m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sa 3/15

10:25 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop14h 39m

$135

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - IAD

IAHIAD

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Di 4/8

5:45 am-11:20 am

3 stops28h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mo 5/19

5:40 pm-4:49 pm

3 stops24h 09m

$227

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Mi 3/26

10:41 am-5:43 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Baltimore/Washington

Mi 4/2

7:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$237

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Do 3/13

10:00 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop13h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Do 3/20

1:03 pm-12:20 am

1 stop12h 17m

$244

HoustonBaltimore

IAH - BWI

IAHBWI

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mo 3/24

8:43 am-5:21 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Baltimore/Washington

Sa 3/29

8:21 am-5:08 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$244

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Mi 4/30

8:30 pm-12:30 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Sa 5/3

7:30 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

$247

HoustonWashington, D.C.

IAH - DCA

IAHDCA

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Do 5/1

3:20 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

So 5/4

6:10 am-2:25 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$268

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to Washington, D.C.

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

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

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston to Washington, D.C.. 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.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Houston to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated Februar 24, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Washington, D.C. in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston to Washington, D.C.?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon 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.

Weekly flight availability from Houston to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Houston to Washington, D.C.. 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 Februar 24, 2025.

The most flights from HO1 to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. 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. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated Februar 24, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Houston to Washington, D.C. have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Houston to Washington, D.C. is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $101 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Southwest, starting at $109 and $237 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Houston to Washington, D.C. for 63% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $58. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Houston to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$62Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$144Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$159Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$221Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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