$46 Cheap flight deals from Detroit (DTT) to Houston (HOU)

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Airfares from $46 One Way, $81 Round Trip from Detroit to Houston

Prices starting at $81 for return flights and $46 for one-way flights to Houston were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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More About Flying To Houston from Detroit

Route Information for Flights from Detroit to Houston

Origin Airport IATA Code
DTT
Destination Airport IATA Code
HOU
Distance
1075 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
KLM, Air France, China Southern Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Korean Air, Virgin Australia, Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Aeromexico, WestJet, Virgin Atlantic, Spirit Airlines
Earliest Flight Arrival
2:41PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
2:46AM UTC

Traveling from Detroit to Houston

Detroit Metro Airport

The Orbitz.com website makes it easy to find cheap flights from Detroit to any destination. The Detroit Metro Airport is located at 9000 Middlebelt Road, approximately 21 miles from downtown Detroit. Twelve airlines service the airport, including Delta Airlines, Frontier, Air Tran and American Airlines. When you use Orbitz.com to book your flight, the website searches flights from all available airlines so you can choose a flight with cheap tickets.

Parking and Transportation

The Detroit Metro Airport offers long-term parking for $10 per day. It also runs complimentary shuttle services from the parking lots to the airport terminals. If you're traveling for more than four days, it's cheaper to take a cab to the airport. Cab fare from downtown Detroit costs $44.50. If you need access to a vehicle when you arrive at your destination, you can reserve a rental car using the Orbitz.com website. This way, you can get from the airport to your hotel without relying on public transportation.

Dining at the Airport

There are a variety of restaurants located at the airport including Chili's, Diego's Mexican Cantina, Detroit 500 and Fuddruckers. When you book your flight using Orbitz.com, you have plenty of time to grab a quick meal before your flight, because your travel arrangements are made before you arrive at the airport. The Orbitz.com website does more than find cheap flights from Detroit; it has all the tools you need to plan your entire trip.

Houston Airport Information

Travel to Houston cheaply with Orbitz.com, which will help you book low-cost flights to Houston, regardless of whether you are using United Airlines, Frontier or Delta. Houston Intercontinental Airport boasts five long runways and is 23 miles from downtown Houston. It is accessible via the Sam Houston Toll Road, 1-45, Highway 59 and the Hardy Toll Road. The J.F. Kennedy Boulevard and Will Clayton Parkway lead to its two entrances. There are five passenger terminals, with terminal E serving continental flights, D serving international flights and C being exclusively for United Airlines.

Transportation Services at Houston Airports

Parking lots, garages and cell-phone lots are available at IAH. Five minutes away from JFK Boulevard is the Consolidated Rental Car facility, which houses car-rental agencies sharing a common bus system. In addition to low-cost flights to Houston, Orbitz.com will help you organize cheap transport services via taxi, limo, shuttles, courtesy vans or METRO transportation. You can get to downtown Houston in 30 minutes.

Houston Weather Information

Make your travel arrangements with Orbitz.com between April and November. This is peak season, during which you will find a myriad of attractions, although fall sometimes brings hurricanes. For cheap vacations, book flights to Houston from December to February.

Houston's Major Attractions

Houston Galleria, Bayou Place, Johnson Space Center and the Houston Zoo are among the most popular places in Houston. There are many seasonal attractions during the period between April and November, such as the Kemah Rock the Dock concerts and the Miller Outdoor Theater performances. The cheapest time to visit is between the winter months of December and February. Orbitz.com has numerous cheap deals for flights to Houston.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Detroit to Houston?
Yes, if you’re heading from DTW to IAH, you’ll only have one flight number to bear in mind. There are 3 airlines that offer direct services to select from. Some of the best include:

  • Delta
  • United Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines

What is the shortest flight from Detroit to Houston?
With the flight from Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) to William P. Hobby Airport taking a minimum of 3 hours and 40 minutes, there’s plenty of time to sit back and enjoy the experience. Indulge in a glass of red and get cozy in your seat with an interesting novel or movie.
What airlines fly from Detroit to Houston most frequently?
Consider Delta (DL). This airline offers some of the most frequent flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Houston Airport. It operates 147 services on this route each month and is a favorite among travelers. United Airlines (UA) also services the route from Detroit to Houston. It’s another excellent option and has 139 flights monthly.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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