What airlines fly to Houston?

Delta, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Houston from Michigan according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 31% 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 Michigan to Houston on average per week?

As of July 2025, 506 flights take off from Michigan and land in Houston each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 21% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Spirit Airlines and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Michigan to Houston

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

As of July 2025, there are 72 flights per day flying from Michigan to Houston. The most common time of day flights depart is 8:00AM, with 51% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How long does it take to fly to Houston?

Average flight duration from Michigan to Houston depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Detroit to Houston Hobby Airport is 2h 52m on average, while flying from Grand Rapids to Houston Hobby Airport is 3h 04m on average. Houston Hobby Airport is the most popular airport in Houston.

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

Prices for flights from Michigan to Houston refresh daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from Michigan to Houston is 6 as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan 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 Michigan to Houston.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Houston can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Houston. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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8:47 pm - 11:29 pmORD-IAH

2h 42mnonstop

5:02 pm - 7:42 pmIAH-ORD

2h 40mnonstop

$54Spirit Airlines

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mié., ago. 27 - mié., sep. 3

8:56 pm - 11:45 pmORD-IAH

2h 49mnonstop

5:05 pm - 7:50 pmIAH-ORD

2h 45mnonstop

$58Spirit Airlines

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jue., sep. 18 - lun., sep. 22

4:03 pm - 7:10 pmORD-IAH

3h 07mnonstop

8:00 pm - 10:45 pmIAH-ORD

2h 45mnonstop

$75Frontier

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vie., oct. 3 - dom., oct. 5

8:15 am - 11:06 amMDW-IAH

2h 51mnonstop

11:36 am - 2:10 pmIAH-MDW

2h 34mnonstop

$93Frontier

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jue., ago. 21 - lun., ago. 25

8:47 pm - 11:29 pmORD-IAH

2h 42mnonstop

8:46 pm - 11:37 pmIAH-ORD

2h 51mnonstop

$95

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mié., ago. 20 - dom., ago. 24

6:30 am - 9:20 amORD-IAH

2h 50mnonstop

5:02 pm - 7:42 pmIAH-ORD

2h 40mnonstop

$102

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lun., ago. 18 - mié., ago. 20

6:40 pm - 9:15 pmMDW-HOU

2h 35mnonstop

6:50 pm - 9:20 pmHOU-MDW

2h 30mnonstop

$157Southwest

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mié., oct. 8 - mar., oct. 14

9:10 am - 11:45 amMDW-HOU

2h 35mnonstop

9:45 pm - 12:05 amHOU-MDW

2h 20mnonstop

$177Southwest

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mié., sep. 17 - vie., sep. 19

11:54 am - 3:55 pmDTW-HOU

5h 01m1 stop

6:00 am - 2:20 pmHOU-DTW

7h 20m1 stop

$187American Airlines

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sáb., sep. 13 - sáb., sep. 27

7:00 am - 1:51 pmDTW-HOU

7h 51m1 stop

4:20 pm - 10:24 pmHOU-DTW

5h 04m1 stop

$203American Airlines

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mar., ago. 26 - mar., sep. 2

Southwest flights from Michigan to Houston

Our best Southwest deals on Michigan to Houston flight tickets

Southwest

Oct 8

MDW6:40 pmChicago Midway

2h 35m

HOU9:15 pmHouston Hobby

Oct 14

HOU6:50 pmHouston Hobby

2h 30m

MDW9:20 pmChicago Midway

$157

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Southwest

Sep 17

MDW9:10 amChicago Midway

2h 35m

HOU11:45 amHouston Hobby

Sep 19

HOU9:45 pmHouston Hobby

2h 20m

MDW12:05 amChicago Midway

$177

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Southwest

Aug 30

DTW3:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 55m

1 stop

HOU9:50 pmHouston Hobby

Sep 2

HOU5:55 amHouston Hobby

7h 00m

1 stop

DTW1:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$179

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American Airlines flights from Michigan to Houston

Our best American Airlines deals on Michigan to Houston flight tickets

American Airlines

Sep 13

DTW11:54 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 01m

1 stop

HOU3:55 pmHouston Hobby

Sep 27

HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby

7h 20m

1 stop

DTW2:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$187

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American Airlines

Aug 26

DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 51m

1 stop

HOU1:51 pmHouston Hobby

Sep 2

HOU4:20 pmHouston Hobby

5h 04m

1 stop

DTW10:24 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$203

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American Airlines

Oct 23

DTW5:42 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 20m

1 stop

HOU10:02 pmHouston Hobby

Oct 25

HOU6:00 amHouston Hobby

7h 05m

1 stop

DTW2:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$233

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ORD - IAH

ORDIAH

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mié. 8/27

8:47 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 9/3

5:02 pm-7:42 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$54

ChicagoHouston

ORD - IAH

ORDIAH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 9/18

8:56 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop2h 49m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 9/22

5:05 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$58

ChicagoHouston

ORD - IAH

ORDIAH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 10/3

4:03 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 10/5

8:00 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$75

ChicagoHouston

MDW - IAH

MDWIAH

Chicago Midway

jue. 8/21

8:15 am-11:06 am

Nonstop2h 51m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

lun. 8/25

11:36 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$93

ChicagoHouston

ORD - IAH

ORDIAH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/20

8:47 pm-11:29 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

dom. 8/24

8:46 pm-11:37 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

$95

ChicagoHouston

ORD - IAH

ORDIAH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 8/18

6:30 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mié. 8/20

5:02 pm-7:42 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$102

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

mié. 10/8

6:40 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Houston Hobby

mar. 10/14

6:50 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$157

ChicagoHouston

MDW - HOU

MDWHOU

Chicago Midway

mié. 9/17

9:10 am-11:45 am

Nonstop2h 35m

Houston Hobby

vie. 9/19

9:45 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$177

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 9/13

11:54 am-3:55 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Houston Hobby

sáb. 9/27

6:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$187

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 8/26

7:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Houston Hobby

mar. 9/2

4:20 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$203

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Michigan to Houston

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Houston?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Houston from Michigan, with most prices found around $171. The month of February is another great option to travel to Houston, with average flight prices from Michigan averaging around $178.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Houston from Michigan is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $237. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Houston on Sunday is $443.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Michigan to Houston flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to Houston at noon for as low as $228. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around $317. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Michigan to Houston flight route?

Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Houston George Bush Intcntl for the best Michigan - 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 Michigan when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Houston for around $242 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Houston from Michigan for as low as $173 on momondo.

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

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

Cheap Michigan to Houston flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Michigan to Houston

Best Price Found	$29
Fastest flight time	2h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Houston	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Houston from Michigan in the past 72 hours is $29. The best round-trip flight deal from Michigan to Houston found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $54.

The fastest flight from Michigan to Houston takes 2h 30m

Direct flights go from Michigan to Houston every day.

There are 2 airports near Houston: Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), Houston Hobby (HOU)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Michigan to Houston?
Prices for flights from Michigan to Houston refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Michigan to Houston?
The number of operators available for flights from Michigan to Houston is 6 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan 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 Michigan to Houston.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Houston?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Houston can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Houston. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Michigan to Houston

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Michigan to Houston with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $85	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,049 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $106	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.9 3,239 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $159	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $178	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $238	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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Can I find flights from Michigan to Houston with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Houston from Michigan which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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