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$99+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 4/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — WAS
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Washington, D.C.

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$217
(Southwest)

One-way from

$99
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$353

Good round-trip deal

$283 or less

Good one-way deal

$134 or less
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/155:40 amHOU - BWI
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Sat 4/267:20 amBWI - HOU
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/165:00 amHOU - DCA
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/271:44 pmDCA - HOU
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$236
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 4/166:00 amHOU - DCA
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Wed 4/236:28 pmDCA - HOU
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Deal found 3/24$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 4/166:45 pmHOU - IAD
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Tue 4/225:32 pmIAD - HOU
1 stop6h 36mDelta
Deal found 3/24$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/156:00 amHOU - BWI
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/266:40 amBWI - HOU
2 stops7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/75:00 amHOU - IAD
2 stops7h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/146:17 amIAD - HOU
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/2910:13 amHOU - BWI
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Fri 5/26:50 pmBWI - HOU
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Deal found 3/24$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/15:55 pmHOU - DCA
Nonstop3h 00mSouthwest
Sun 5/412:35 pmDCA - HOU
Nonstop3h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$269
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/410:36 amHOU - DCA
1 stop10h 23mFrontier
Tue 4/87:00 amDCA - HOU
1 stop27h 32mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$280
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 5/3010:40 amHOU - IAD
1 stop8h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/23:13 pmIAD - HOU
1 stop4h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$282
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/156:48 pmHOU - IAD
1 stop16h 50mSun Country Air
Sun 5/1811:37 amIAD - HOU
1 stop8h 26mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/23$305
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Fri 5/302:33 pmHOU - IAD
2 stops29h 32mAllegiant Air
Mon 6/23:13 pmIAD - HOU
1 stop4h 59mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/24$350

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Hobby to Washington, D.C. 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 March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Hobby

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/15

5:40 am-9:40 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 4/26

7:20 am-9:45 am

Nonstop3h 25m

$217

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Sat 8/16

5:00 am-11:04 am

1 stop5h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/27

1:44 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$236

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/16

6:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/23

6:28 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$237

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - IAD

HOUIAD

Houston Hobby

Wed 4/16

6:45 pm-12:25 am

1 stop4h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/22

5:32 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$237

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-2:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 4/26

6:40 am-1:39 pm

2 stops7h 59m

$242

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - IAD

HOUIAD

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/7

5:00 am-1:22 pm

2 stops7h 22m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/14

6:17 am-1:58 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$242

HoustonBaltimore

HOU - BWI

HOUBWI

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/29

10:13 am-3:40 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/2

6:50 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$247

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/1

5:55 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 5/4

12:35 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$269

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - DCA

HOUDCA

Houston Hobby

Fri 4/4

10:36 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 23m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/8

7:00 am-9:32 am

1 stop27h 32m

$280

HoustonWashington, D.C.

HOU - IAD

HOUIAD

Houston Hobby

Fri 5/30

10:40 am-8:17 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/2

3:13 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$282

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Hobby to Washington, D.C. in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Houston Hobby Airport-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Hobby with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 Hobby 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 March 26, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport 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.

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 March 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Houston to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    According to our current data, Southwest ($217), American Airlines ($237), and Delta ($237) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C.. You may be able to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. for 21% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $99. American Airlines flights start at $109 while deals on Avelo Airlines start at $115 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular route from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. is Houston Hobby - Baltimore/Washington. You may also consider Houston Hobby - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Houston Hobby - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hobby to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hobby to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hobby to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hobby to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hobby to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby to Washington, D.C. 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 Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 Hobby to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Hobby to Washington, D.C.. 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$67Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$102Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$224Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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