Flying from Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU): What you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) jetting off from either of these.
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport flight.
Houston Hobby Airport is located in Houston. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Washington DC.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) is the most popular route. There are 15 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with Southwest Airlines at 7:55pm. Opt for the first DCA to HOU departure operated by Southwest Airlines at 6am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Washington DC to HOU.
If you're travelling during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) leave from this terminal.
You can get away on a direct flight from Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport with Southwest Airlines. This top carrier offers services from DCA.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between DCA and HOU is Southwest Airlines.
With 78.43% of its services landing as planned, Southwest Airlines is the top on-time carrier on this route.
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
71% of flights that take off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport touch down at their destination on time.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can arrive at IAD from the centre of Washington DC in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to HOU flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Start your journey at Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) and go straight to your destination without stopping. You can book direct flights from Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport from here.
Buckle up and take off from BWI with Southwest Airlines. This leading carrier offers direct Washington DC to HOU plane tickets.
Southwest Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from BWI to HOU.
The most punctual carrier on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 74.01% of the time.
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 50 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
Flights departing from BWI land at their destination as scheduled 77% of the time.
About Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Consider booking a hotel close to HOU if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport flight.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to central Houston
From Houston Hobby Airport, central Houston is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
At the moment, Rs25,363 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs60,810. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to HOU. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
December is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Houston based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Washington DC to HOU plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Houston to range from 24ºC to 40ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Houston Hobby Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Houston itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Houston has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to Austin will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Texas State Capitol, Austin Museum of Art, Downtown and 360 Bridge.
Around 290 kilometres southwest of Houston, Corpus Christi is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out USS LEXINGTON, Texas State Aquarium and Bayfront Park.
