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04/29/2025
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Houston, TX to Washington, DC by flight

The journey from Houston, TX to Washington, DC by flight is 1,219.16 mi and takes 5 hr 0 min. There are 37 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:10 AM and the last at 8:26 PM. It is possible to travel from Houston, TX to Washington, DC by flight for as little as $64.66 or as much as $582.82. The best price for this journey is $64.66.

Lowest Price $64.66
Journey Duration 5 hr 0 min
Connection per Day 37
Lowest Price $64.66
Highest Price $582.82
First Departure 5:10 AM
Last Departure 8:26 PM
Distance 1,219.16 mi
Departure Houston, TX
Arrival Washington, DC
Carriers Spirit Airlines, United Airlines

Houston, TX to Washington, DC Flight Times

Departure date
Tuesday, Apr 29, 2025

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Best time to book cheap flight tickets from Houston, TX to Washington, DC

The cheapest Houston, TX - Washington, DC flight tickets can be found for as low as $38.07 if you’re lucky, or $151.55 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $279.30.

Find the best day to travel to Washington, DC by plane

When travelling to Washington, DC by plane, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier from Houston, TX to Washington, DC
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Houston, TX to Washington, DC CO2 Emissions by Flight

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Train
137.34kg
Bus
147.15kg
Flight
392.41kg
Car
313.93kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a flight ticket from Houston, TX to Washington, DC?
A flight ticket from Houston, TX to Washington, DC is $255.08. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $64.66.
What's the cheapest flight ticket from Houston, TX to Washington, DC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Houston, TX to Washington, DC is $64.66. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Houston, TX and Washington, DC by flight?
Houston, TX to Washington, DC is 1,219.16 mi.
How long does the flight between Houston, TX and Washington, DC take?
Houston, TX to Washington, DC is on average 5 hr 0 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hr 2 min.
Which companies operate from Houston, TX to Washington, DC?
The flight journey from Houston, TX to Washington, DC is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier.
How many flight connections per day go from Houston, TX to Washington, DC?
Houston, TX to Washington, DC has 37 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first flight from Houston, TX to Washington, DC leave?
The earliest flight from Houston, TX to Washington, DC departs at 5:10 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last flight from Houston, TX to Washington, DC depart?
The latest flight from Houston, TX to Washington, DC departs at 8:26 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Houston, TX to Washington, DC in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest flight ticket we have found is $64.66 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Houston, TX to Washington, DC?
There are on average 18 direct connection(s) from Houston, TX to go to Washington, DC.
What's the fastest journey time between Houston, TX to Washington, DC by flight?
The fastest journey time by flight between Houston, TX and Washington, DC is 3 hr 2 min.
Is there a direct flight from Houston, TX to Washington, DC?
Yes, there is a direct flight between Houston, TX and Washington, DC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Houston, TX to Washington, DC by flight?
The flight journey from Houston, TX to Washington, DC creates 392.41kg of CO2 emissions.