What airlines fly to Houston?

Spirit Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Houston from Detroit according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Houston. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Houston on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Detroit to Houston on average per day?

As of January 2026, there are 11 flights per day flying from Detroit to Houston. The most common time of day flights depart is 4:00PM, with 50% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to Houston?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to Houston

How many flights depart from Detroit to Houston on average per week?

As of January 2026, 82 flights take off from Detroit and land in Houston each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 24% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Houston?

As of January 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to Houston.

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.

$35 Cheap Flights from Detroit to Houston in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $159 to $297. The lowest price recently found on this route was $99.

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7:00 am - 2:13 pm

DTW

IAH

8h 13m

1 stop

7:09 pm - 10:57 pm

IAH

DTW

2h 48mnonstop

$99Spirit Airlines

Wed, Jan 28 - Sat, Feb 7

4:52 pm - 7:16 pm

DTW

IAH

3h 24mnonstop

8:11 pm - 11:57 pm

IAH

DTW

2h 46mnonstop

$100Spirit Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Fri, Mar 6

11:30 am - 1:51 pm

DTW

IAH

3h 21mnonstop

7:59 pm - 8:04 am

IAH

DTW

11h 05m

1 stop

$101Frontier

Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 18

6:45 am - 9:07 am

DTW

IAH

3h 22mnonstop

7:09 pm - 10:57 pm

IAH

DTW

2h 48mnonstop

$102Spirit Airlines

Sun, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 4

4:52 pm - 7:16 pm

DTW

IAH

3h 24mnonstop

7:30 am - 11:10 am

IAH

DTW

2h 40mnonstop

$103Spirit Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Thu, Mar 19

5:15 am - 11:11 am

DTW

IAH

6h 56m

1 stop

9:40 pm - 11:38 am

IAH

DTW

12h 58m

1 stop

$104Spirit Airlines

Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18

9:50 pm - 11:59 pm

DTW

IAH

3h 09mnonstop

6:00 am - 9:40 am

IAH

DTW

2h 40mnonstop

$105Spirit Airlines

Fri, Mar 20 - Mon, Mar 23

3:45 pm - 8:45 pm

DTW

HOU

6h 00m

1 stop

6:40 am - 12:10 pm

HOU

DTW

4h 30m

1 stop

$179Southwest

Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 4

6:50 am - 5:50 pm

DTW

HOU

12h 00m

2 stops

12:50 pm - 9:00 pm

HOU

DTW

7h 10m

1 stop

$190Southwest

Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 4

6:00 am - 11:48 am

DTW

HOU

6h 48m

1 stop

10:13 am - 6:41 pm

HOU

DTW

7h 28m

1 stop

$207American Airlines

Sat, Feb 21 - Wed, Feb 25

Southwest flights from Detroit to Houston

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Southwest

Feb 24

DTW3:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 00m

1 stop

HOU8:45 pmHouston Hobby

Mar 4

HOU6:40 amHouston Hobby

4h 30m

1 stop

DTW12:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$179

Southwest

Feb 24

DTW6:50 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

12h 00m

2 stops

HOU5:50 pmHouston Hobby

Mar 4

HOU12:50 pmHouston Hobby

7h 10m

1 stop

DTW9:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$190

Southwest

Feb 10

DTW6:25 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 15m

1 stop

HOU10:40 amHouston Hobby

Feb 17

HOU6:30 amHouston Hobby

4h 25m

1 stop

DTW11:55 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$199

American Airlines flights from Detroit to Houston

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American Airlines

Feb 21

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 48m

1 stop

HOU11:48 amHouston Hobby

Feb 25

HOU10:13 amHouston Hobby

7h 28m

1 stop

DTW6:41 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$207

American Airlines

Jan 28

DTW11:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 46m

1 stop

HOU6:06 pmHouston Hobby

Feb 4

HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby

5h 30m

1 stop

DTW12:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$249

American Airlines

Jan 29

DTW11:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 46m

1 stop

HOU6:06 pmHouston Hobby

Feb 11

HOU10:35 amHouston Hobby

4h 57m

1 stop

DTW4:32 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$259

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DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/28

7:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 2/7

7:09 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

$99

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

4:52 pm-7:16 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 3/6

8:11 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

$100

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/9

11:30 am-1:51 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/18

7:59 pm-8:04 am

1 stop11h 05m

$101

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/1

6:45 am-9:07 am

Nonstop3h 22m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/4

7:09 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

$102

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

4:52 pm-7:16 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/19

7:30 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$103

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/11

5:15 am-11:11 am

1 stop6h 56m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/18

9:40 pm-11:38 am

1 stop12h 58m

$104

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/20

9:50 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/23

6:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$105

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

3:45 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/4

6:40 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$179

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

6:50 am-5:50 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Houston Hobby

Wed 3/4

12:50 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$190

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop6h 48m

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/25

10:13 am-6:41 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$207

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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 February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston from Detroit, with most prices found around $161. The month of April is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around $176.

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 $234. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $297. 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?

Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Houston George Bush Intcntl for the best Detroit - Houston flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $228 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 $158 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	3h 04m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Houston	2 airports

The fastest flight from Detroit to Houston takes 3h 04m

Direct flights go from Detroit to Houston on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 2 airports in Houston. From Detroit there are direct flights to Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

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How far is Detroit to Houston by plane?
Detroit and Houston are 1105.3 mi apart from one another. 3h 04m 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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Houston?
As of January 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to Houston.
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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Frontier	PriceFrom $71	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,057 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $73	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,319 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $153	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,049 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $178	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,131 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,163 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $218	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,258 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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