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Cheap flights from Detroit to Houston from C$ 74

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — HOU
19 Aug — 26 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Houston are usually found in February or May, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Houston (HO1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 August 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 136

One-way from

C$ 74

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 274
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 2/9-9/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 32m total
  • Detroit to Houston
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 11/9
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Detroit to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (C$ 72 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Houston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Houston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 August 2025.

Tue 2/97:03 a.m.DTW - IAH
Nonstop2h 52mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/96:47 a.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 136
Thu 4/95:45 p.m.DTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 10mSpirit Airlines
Fri 19/96:47 a.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 149
Thu 25/97:05 a.m.DTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sun 28/92:54 p.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 14/8C$ 150
Wed 3/95:30 p.m.DTW - IAH
1 stop12h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/96:47 a.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 153
Wed 3/95:30 p.m.DTW - IAH
1 stop12h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/912:47 p.m.IAH - DTW
1 stop9h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 156
Thu 16/105:15 p.m.DTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines
Mon 20/1012:46 p.m.IAH - DTW
1 stop18h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 14/8C$ 181
Sat 13/93:55 p.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Tue 30/96:35 a.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 14/8C$ 247
Sat 13/912:45 p.m.DTW - HOU
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Sat 20/96:00 a.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 14/8C$ 254
Tue 9/97:10 p.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Tue 16/94:45 p.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/8C$ 262
Sun 2/115:00 a.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Wed 5/116:00 a.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 14/8C$ 274
Wed 10/91:05 p.m.DTW - HOU
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Wed 17/92:00 p.m.HOU - DTW
2 stops7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 13/8C$ 276
Wed 3/97:10 p.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Tue 9/95:55 a.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 13/8C$ 277

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Return

Price

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/9

7:03 a.m.-8:55 a.m.

Nonstop2h 52m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/9

6:47 a.m.-10:27 a.m.

Nonstop2h 40m

C$ 136

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 16/10

5:09 p.m.-7:19 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 20/10

2:54 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

Nonstop2h 41m

C$ 149

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/9

5:45 p.m.-7:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 19/9

6:47 a.m.-10:27 a.m.

Nonstop2h 40m

C$ 149

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/9

5:45 p.m.-7:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 18/9

6:47 a.m.-10:27 a.m.

Nonstop2h 40m

C$ 149

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 25/9

5:45 p.m.-7:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 28/9

2:54 p.m.-6:35 p.m.

Nonstop2h 41m

C$ 150

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/9

5:45 p.m.-7:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 7/9

6:47 a.m.-10:27 a.m.

Nonstop2h 40m

C$ 150

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/9

5:30 p.m.-5:00 a.m.

1 stop12h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/9

6:47 a.m.-10:27 a.m.

Nonstop2h 40m

C$ 153

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/10

5:38 p.m.-7:42 p.m.

Nonstop3h 04m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 17/10

5:00 a.m.-8:45 a.m.

Nonstop2h 45m

C$ 153

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/9

7:05 a.m.-9:07 a.m.

Nonstop3h 02m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 10/9

12:47 p.m.-11:43 p.m.

1 stop9h 56m

C$ 153

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/9

5:30 p.m.-5:00 a.m.

1 stop12h 30m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/9

12:47 p.m.-11:43 p.m.

1 stop9h 56m

C$ 156

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Houston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Houston. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to Houston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 30 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Houston (average of C$ 364). Flying from Detroit to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 480). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit to Houston at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Houston. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Houston flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Houston?

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Houston. Reviews last updated 14 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,United Airlines, andSpirit Airlines from Detroit to Houston by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,046 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Houston?

    Most people fly from Detroit All airports (DTT) if they book a flight from Detroit to Houston. On average, All airports has 0 outbound flights to Houston per day from 3 airlines. Detroit All airports is conveniently located just 0.9 km from Detroit’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to Houston round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Houston is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 120 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at C$ 185 and C$ 218 round-trip. These flights start at 59% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to Houston one-way?

    C$ 74 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Southwest, with prices starting from C$ 106 and C$ 124, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Houston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Houston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Houston?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Houston.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Houston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Houston by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Houston (average of C$ 364). Flying from Detroit to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 480). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Detroit to Houston

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 120AverageC$ 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 185AverageC$ 309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 218AverageC$ 528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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