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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston from C$ 95

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 20/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — HOU
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Wed 10/127:59 a.m.DTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 11mSpirit Airlines
Thu 18/128:30 p.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 168
Mon 10/118:00 p.m.DTW - IAH
1 stop14h 33mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/115:45 a.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 186
Mon 24/1110:57 a.m.DTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 16mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/116:04 a.m.IAH - DTW
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 187
Mon 10/119:53 p.m.DTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 15mSpirit Airlines
Wed 19/115:45 a.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 190
Wed 31/1212:29 p.m.DTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 14mFrontier
Mon 5/17:45 a.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 49mFrontier
Deal found 30/10C$ 196
Wed 19/118:05 p.m.DTW - IAH
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Mon 24/115:34 a.m.IAH - DTW
1 stop9h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 197
Wed 24/1212:29 p.m.DTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 14mFrontier
Mon 29/127:45 a.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 49mFrontier
Deal found 30/10C$ 247
Sat 6/125:35 a.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Sat 13/123:30 p.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 30/10C$ 250
Mon 8/128:00 a.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Sat 13/126:30 a.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop5h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 29/10C$ 278
Fri 28/116:25 a.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Sat 6/128:50 a.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 30/10C$ 299
Fri 5/121:15 p.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Sun 7/125:05 a.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 29/10C$ 306
Fri 12/125:25 p.m.DTW - HOU
2 stops6h 45mSouthwest
Tue 16/123:25 p.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 30/10C$ 311

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Houston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 30 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 168

One-way from

C$ 95

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 271
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 10/12-18/12
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 57m total
  • Detroit to Houston
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 20/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 14m total
  • Detroit to Houston
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Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Houston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/12

8:00 a.m.-4:25 p.m.

1 stop9h 25m

Houston Hobby

Sat 13/12

6:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

1 stop5h 20m

C$ 278

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/12

6:00 a.m.-9:55 a.m.

1 stop4h 55m

Houston Hobby

Tue 16/12

7:15 a.m.-2:45 p.m.

1 stop6h 30m

C$ 278

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 26/11

10:47 a.m.-1:01 p.m.

Nonstop3h 14m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 26/11

2:06 p.m.-5:41 p.m.

Nonstop2h 35m

C$ 293

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 21/11

8:15 p.m.-10:24 p.m.

Nonstop3h 09m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 30/11

5:30 a.m.-9:10 a.m.

Nonstop2h 40m

C$ 320

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/1

12:45 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops9h 40m

Houston Hobby

Sat 10/1

7:25 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

1 stop4h 25m

C$ 334

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 15/11

9:05 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

1 stop4h 35m

Houston Hobby

Tue 18/11

6:35 a.m.-12:20 p.m.

1 stop4h 45m

C$ 341

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/12

6:10 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

2 stops7h 05m

Houston Hobby

Sun 7/12

3:25 p.m.-10:20 p.m.

2 stops5h 55m

C$ 346

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 21/11

5:51 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop7h 08m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 29/11

6:30 a.m.-3:27 p.m.

1 stop7h 57m

C$ 348

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 21/12

5:49 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

1 stop7h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 27/12

6:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

1 stop5h 45m

C$ 348

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 24/12

7:00 p.m.-11:20 p.m.

1 stop5h 20m

Houston Hobby

Mon 29/12

5:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

1 stop4h 30m

C$ 348

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 24 October 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston (average of C$ 106). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 193). 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 DTW 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 30 October 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 30 October 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andSpirit Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,116 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,123 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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?

    Located just 27.8 km from the city centre, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Houston from Detroit. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Houston should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Houston from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston?

    For as low as C$ 320, Southwest can have you in Houston from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 3h 09m. The distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston is about 1730 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Houston, with prices starting at C$ 127. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 187 and C$ 221, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 61% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 95 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from C$ 106 and Southwest from C$ 126 one-way.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston (average of C$ 106). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 193). 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 127AverageC$ 207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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