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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston from C$ 90

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 23/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — HOU
4 Aug — 11 Aug1
1 adult

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 July 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 148

One-way from

C$ 69

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 326
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 11/9-14/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 43m total
  • Detroit to Houston
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 12/9
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Detroit to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (C$ 47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 30 July 2025.

Thu 21/85:25 p.m.DTW - IAH
1 stop5h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sun 24/86:10 a.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 29/7C$ 150
Sat 6/99:30 p.m.DTW - IAH
Nonstop2h 57mDelta
Tue 9/95:20 a.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 48mDelta
Deal found 27/7C$ 219
Sat 30/86:45 a.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Tue 2/93:30 p.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 27/7C$ 247
Thu 9/1012:18 p.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop22h 04mSun Country Air
Sun 12/109:34 a.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop8h 53mSun Country Air
Deal found 28/7C$ 379
Sun 17/85:25 a.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Sat 23/86:00 a.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 27/7C$ 468

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Return

Price

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 21/8

5:25 p.m.-10:20 p.m.

1 stop5h 55m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 24/8

6:10 a.m.-9:57 a.m.

Nonstop2h 47m

C$ 150

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/9

9:30 p.m.-11:27 p.m.

Nonstop2h 57m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 9/9

5:20 a.m.-9:08 a.m.

Nonstop2h 48m

C$ 219

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 30/8

6:45 a.m.-10:25 a.m.

1 stop4h 40m

Houston Hobby

Tue 2/9

3:30 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop4h 55m

C$ 247

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/9

9:18 a.m.-2:02 p.m.

1 stop5h 44m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 19/9

10:04 a.m.-6:44 p.m.

1 stop7h 40m

C$ 301

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 16/11

8:15 a.m.-10:32 a.m.

Nonstop3h 17m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 16/11

7:55 p.m.-11:42 p.m.

Nonstop2h 47m

C$ 327

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/10

12:18 p.m.-9:22 a.m.

1 stop22h 04m

Houston Hobby

Sun 12/10

9:34 a.m.-7:27 p.m.

1 stop8h 53m

C$ 379

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 23/9

7:40 p.m.-5:45 a.m.

1 stop11h 05m

C$ 90

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 30/8

3:30 p.m.-8:45 p.m.

1 stop6h 15m

C$ 124

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 27/9

11:54 a.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop5h 01m

C$ 149

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 26/8

8:40 a.m.-10:36 a.m.

Nonstop2h 56m

C$ 164

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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 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 25 July 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston (average of C$ 364). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 478). 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 July 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 28% 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 evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 30 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andDelta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

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 3 different airlines.

  • 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$ 148. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 219 and C$ 247, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 55% 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$ 69 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from C$ 124 and Delta from C$ 164 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston (average of C$ 364). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 478). 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$ 124AverageC$ 199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 185AverageC$ 310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 219AverageC$ 532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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