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Cheap flights from Detroit to Houston from $112

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Detroit to Houston departing on 8/20. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Frontier Logo
12:59 pm - 7:49 pm
DTW
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IAH
7h 50m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
1:05 pm - 4:57 pm
IAH
-
DTW
2h 52mnonstop
$208Frontier
Thu, Oct 22 - Wed, Oct 28
Frontier Logo
8:46 pm - 7:20 am
DTW
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IAH
11h 34m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
4:32 pm - 1:04 am
IAH
-
DTW
7h 32m
1 stop
$209Frontier
Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31
Frontier Logo
8:46 pm - 7:20 am
DTW
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IAH
11h 34m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 1:39 pm
IAH
-
DTW
6h 39m
1 stop
$210Frontier
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
Frontier Logo
8:46 pm - 7:20 am
DTW
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IAH
11h 34m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 1:39 pm
IAH
-
DTW
6h 39m
1 stop
$211Frontier
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
Frontier Logo
6:50 am - 12:40 pm
DTW
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IAH
6h 50m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 2:39 pm
IAH
-
DTW
6h 39m
1 stop
$212Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
Frontier Logo
3:34 pm - 10:06 pm
DTW
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IAH
7h 32m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 2:39 pm
IAH
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DTW
6h 39m
1 stop
$213Frontier
Sun, Sep 13 - Fri, Sep 18
Frontier Logo
8:46 pm - 7:20 am
DTW
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IAH
11h 34m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
3:00 pm - 6:55 pm
IAH
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DTW
2h 55mnonstop
$216Frontier
Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 23
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 10:14 pm
DTW
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IAH
17h 14m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
3:00 pm - 6:55 pm
IAH
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DTW
2h 55mnonstop
$217Frontier
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
Southwest Logo
5:00 pm - 12:15 am
DTW
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HOU
8h 15m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:00 am - 10:30 am
HOU
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DTW
4h 30m
1 stop
$309Southwest
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
Southwest Logo
4:45 pm - 8:40 pm
DTW
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HOU
4h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
3:00 pm - 8:20 pm
HOU
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DTW
4h 20m
1 stop
$313Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6

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American Airlines flights from Detroit to Houston

Our best American Airlines deals on Detroit to Houston flight tickets
American Airlines
Sep 5
DTW5:41 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 03m
1 stop
HOU11:44 amHouston Hobby
Sep 7
HOU9:32 amHouston Hobby
5h 27m
1 stop
DTW3:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$333
American Airlines
Jul 31
DTW7:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 05m
1 stop
HOU11:56 pmHouston Hobby
Aug 1
HOU10:18 amHouston Hobby
7h 41m
1 stop
DTW6:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$359
American Airlines
Aug 14
DTW5:41 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 03m
1 stop
HOU11:44 amHouston Hobby
Aug 16
HOU12:57 pmHouston Hobby
7h 21m
1 stop
DTW9:18 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$373

Delta flights from Detroit to Houston

Our best Delta deals on Detroit to Houston flight tickets
Delta
Aug 22
DTW2:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 24m
1 stop
HOU9:23 pmHouston Hobby
Aug 26
HOU5:20 pmHouston Hobby
5h 26m
1 stop
DTW11:46 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$357
Delta
Aug 16
DTW5:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 30m
1 stop
HOU9:50 amHouston Hobby
Aug 30
HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby
5h 56m
1 stop
DTW12:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$358
Delta
Sep 13
DTW5:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 45m
1 stop
HOU10:05 amHouston Hobby
Sep 18
HOU5:20 pmHouston Hobby
6h 34m
1 stop
DTW12:54 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$367

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Houston 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated July 21, 2026.
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DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/22

12:59 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/28

1:05 pm-4:57 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

$208

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/27

8:46 pm-7:20 am

1 stop11h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/31

4:32 pm-1:04 am

1 stop7h 32m

$209

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/20

8:46 pm-7:20 am

1 stop11h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/24

6:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$210

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/20

8:46 pm-7:20 am

1 stop11h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/24

6:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$211

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/17

6:50 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 9/21

7:00 am-2:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$212

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/13

3:34 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 9/18

7:00 am-2:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$213

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/21

8:46 pm-7:20 am

1 stop11h 34m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 8/23

3:00 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$216

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

6:00 am-10:14 pm

1 stop17h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/25

3:00 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$217

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/20

5:00 pm-12:15 am

1 stop8h 15m

Houston Hobby

Mon 8/24

5:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 30m

$309
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DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/5

4:45 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Houston Hobby

Sun 9/6

3:00 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$313

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Houston?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston from Detroit, with most prices found around $207. The month of October is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around $214.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Houston?

Our data shows that the cheapest Detroit to Houston flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Houston at noon for as low as $279. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $364. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Houston flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit to Houston?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Houston from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston for around $261 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Houston from Detroit for as low as $203 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Detroit to Houston flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to Houston flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time

2h 50m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Houston

2 airports
The fastest flight from Detroit to Houston takes 2h 50m
Direct flights go from Detroit to Houston every day.
There are 2 airports in Houston. From Detroit there are direct flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Houston

  • How far is Detroit to Houston by plane?

    Detroit and Houston are 1105.3 mi apart from one another. 2h 50m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Houston?

    Prices for flights from Detroit to Houston were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Houston?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Houston.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Houston?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Houston trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Houston

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom $87Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,779 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $150Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,473 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $175Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,832 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $199Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,011 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $218Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,239 reviews
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