Washington to Houston Flight Tickets

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About Washington - Houston Flights

Find the best prices for flights between Washington (United States) and Houston (United States) on Tripuck. We compare prices from hundreds of airlines to offer you the best options.

Washington has 3 airports, while Houston has 3 airports. Compare flights between all airports to find the best deal.

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Cheaper tickets are usually available on weekdays and with early bookings.

Washington and Houston - Airport Transportation

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

How to Get to the Airport

Metro (Silver Line): You can reach Dulles Airport by taking the Silver Line metro from the city center. Start from the Wiehle-Reston East station and head towards Dulles Airport. The journey takes approximately 45-60 minutes, with services running every 12-15 minutes and operating at the same hours.


Bus (Virginia Breeze): You can take the Virginia Breeze bus from Union Station to the airport. The journey takes about 45 minutes, with buses departing every hour and operating throughout the day.


Taxi: You can call a taxi from the city center to reach Dulles Airport. The journey time varies between 30-60 minutes, and this service is available 24 hours.


Rideshare (Uber/Lyft): You can arrange transportation to the airport using the Uber or Lyft apps. The journey time may vary depending on traffic.


Car Rental: You can rent a car from rental offices in the city center to reach Dulles Airport. You can drop off the rented car at the designated points at the airport.

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

From Airport to City Center

Bus 40: The METRO Bus 40 line departing from William P. Hobby Airport provides transportation to downtown Houston and the George R. Brown Convention Center. The journey takes approximately 45-60 minutes. Services run every 12-30 minutes and operate throughout the day.


Bus 500 (Express): The METRO Bus 500 line departing from HOU provides direct service to the George R. Brown Convention Center. The journey takes approximately 30-45 minutes. Services run every 15-30 minutes from 5:30 AM to 8:00 PM.


Taxi: Taxis are available at the terminal exits to reach the city center. The journey time can vary between 20-40 minutes depending on traffic. Taxi service is available 24/7.


Uber/Lyft: Ride-sharing apps like Uber and Lyft can be used at the airport. The journey time is 20-40 minutes depending on traffic. These services operate 24/7.


Car Rental: There are several car rental companies located at the terminal. The travel time to the city center by car varies between 20-40 minutes depending on traffic. Car rental service is open 24/7.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

From Airport to City Center

Bus: METRO 102 Bush IAH Express (IAH → Downtown Houston)

The METRO 102 “Bush IAH Express” bus line provides the main public transportation link between George Bush Intercontinental (IAH) Airport and downtown Houston. The bus typically departs from the METRO stop near Terminal C at the airport and reaches stops around Main Street and Louisiana Street in the city center. The journey usually takes 50–70 minutes depending on traffic. Services run approximately every 30 minutes on weekdays and every 30–60 minutes on weekends, operating from early morning until late at night.


Metro/Train: METRORail + 102 Bush IAH Express (Combination)

There is no direct rail line from IAH to downtown; however, you can use a bus + rail combination. After reaching the Downtown area with the 102 bus, you can transfer to the METRORail Red Line to travel within Downtown or to areas like the Museum District and Texas Medical Center. The bus portion from IAH to Downtown takes 50–70 minutes, with an additional 5–20 minutes on the Red Line; the total travel time averages 60–90 minutes depending on your destination.


Taxi: Taxi services are available at the airport. The travel time to downtown by taxi is usually 30-45 minutes. Taxi stands are clearly marked outside the airport, and taxis are always available.


Uber/Bolt: Transportation via apps like Uber and Bolt is also possible at the airport. Vehicles you call through the app will pick you up from a designated area and take you to the city center. The travel time varies between 30-45 minutes depending on traffic.


Car Rental: Many major car rental companies have offices at the airport. You can rent your own vehicle to reach the city center or surrounding areas. Follow the signs at the airport for car rental procedures.


Shuttle: Shuttle services are available from the airport to some hotels and accommodation areas. These services operate based on your hotel reservation and usually run at scheduled times.

Frequently Asked Questions About Washington - Houston Flights

Washington to Houston flight ticket prices vary depending on the season, airline, and how far in advance you book. Use the search form above to see the latest prices.
For Washington, you can use Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), New Carrolton RR Airport (ZRZ). For Houston, you can use William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), APT Pranoto Airport (AAP), George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
The flight duration from Washington to Houston varies for direct flights. Connecting flights may take longer depending on the number of layovers.
Copa Airlines, United Airlines and US Airways operate direct flights from Washington to Houston.
Generally, off-season periods and weekdays offer more affordable tickets. Booking early can also help you save on prices.
Various airlines operate on this route. Search to see the latest prices.