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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston from C$ 159

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 22/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — HOU
28 Aug — 4 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 29 July 2026.

Tue 1/124:30 p.m.
DTW
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 10m
Delta
Sun 6/126:29 p.m.
IAH
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 51m
Delta
Deal found 28/7C$ 275
Thu 27/88:46 p.m.
DTW
-
IAH
1 stop11h 34m
Frontier
Wed 2/94:32 p.m.
IAH
-
DTW
1 stop7h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 25/7C$ 281
Thu 27/88:46 p.m.
DTW
-
IAH
1 stop11h 34m
Frontier
Mon 31/86:00 a.m.
IAH
-
DTW
1 stop6h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 25/7C$ 284
Sat 22/89:00 a.m.
DTW
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 04m
Frontier
Sat 29/84:32 p.m.
IAH
-
DTW
1 stop7h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 26/7C$ 285
Wed 26/86:40 p.m.
DTW
-
IAH
1 stop13h 40m
Frontier
Thu 3/96:00 a.m.
IAH
-
DTW
1 stop6h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 25/7C$ 288
Tue 25/89:00 a.m.
DTW
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 04m
Frontier
Tue 1/94:32 p.m.
IAH
-
DTW
1 stop7h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 26/7C$ 291
Wed 11/116:50 a.m.
DTW
-
IAH
1 stop9h 15m
Frontier
Sat 14/111:05 p.m.
IAH
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 25/7C$ 298
Tue 25/86:40 p.m.
DTW
-
IAH
1 stop13h 40m
Frontier
Sun 30/86:00 a.m.
IAH
-
DTW
1 stop6h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 25/7C$ 301
Sat 29/89:00 a.m.
DTW
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 04m
Frontier
Sun 6/93:00 p.m.
IAH
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 27/7C$ 302
Thu 27/82:40 p.m.
DTW
-
HOU
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Mon 31/85:30 a.m.
HOU
-
DTW
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 28/7C$ 303
Tue 8/96:15 a.m.
DTW
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 02m
United Airlines
Thu 10/96:36 p.m.
IAH
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/7C$ 303
Sat 22/812:20 p.m.
DTW
-
IAH
Nonstop3h 00m
Delta
Sat 12/911:26 a.m.
IAH
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 45m
Delta
Deal found 28/7C$ 305

Find 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 29 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 275

One-way from

C$ 159

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 416
Delta
  • Delta
  • 1/12-8/12
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 47m total
  • Detroit to Houston
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Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 22/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 8h 45m total
  • Detroit to Houston
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 18/9

5:00 p.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop8h 20m

Houston Hobby

Mon 21/9

5:30 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

1 stop6h 10m

C$ 303

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/10

8:25 p.m.-12:25 a.m.

1 stop5h 00m

Houston Hobby

Sat 17/10

1:45 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

1 stop7h 10m

C$ 303

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/9

5:00 p.m.-12:35 a.m.

1 stop8h 35m

Houston Hobby

Sat 26/9

6:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

2 stops7h 00m

C$ 310

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 20/11

4:30 p.m.-6:40 p.m.

Nonstop3h 10m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/12

5:10 a.m.-8:51 a.m.

Nonstop2h 41m

C$ 348

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 24/8

5:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

2 stops9h 30m

Houston Hobby

Tue 25/8

2:35 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

2 stops5h 55m

C$ 377

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/10

2:10 p.m.-10:10 p.m.

1 stop9h 00m

Houston Hobby

Mon 12/10

6:35 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

1 stop5h 40m

C$ 384

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/11

11:10 a.m.-8:40 p.m.

2 stops10h 30m

Houston Hobby

Sun 8/11

7:20 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

1 stop4h 30m

C$ 411
Quickest round-trip

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 25/8

8:20 p.m.-10:19 p.m.

Nonstop2h 59m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/9

5:20 a.m.-9:05 a.m.

Nonstop2h 45m

C$ 422

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

7:45 p.m.-12:05 a.m.

1 stop5h 20m

Houston Hobby

Mon 16/11

3:40 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

1 stop4h 35m

C$ 450

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 26/8

6:25 a.m.-10:40 a.m.

1 stop5h 15m

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/9

6:50 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop7h 10m

C$ 450

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

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$ 288). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 470). 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 29 July 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 69% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston flights typically cost between C$ 265 and C$ 464 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 275 on Delta (1 Dec-8 Dec).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston?

Booking 38 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.

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 29 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andFrontier 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
7.8
Good
8,484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Laura,Aug 2023

DTW - BOS

Finally got on a flight to Boston and all went ok. We were the last to board and sat in the last seats on the plane. Not particularly treated well after waiting all day to travel.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,484 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Laura,Aug 2023

DTW - BOS

Finally got on a flight to Boston and all went ok. We were the last to board and sat in the last seats on the plane. Not particularly treated well after waiting all day to travel.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,050 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Laura,Aug 2023

DTW - BOS

Finally got on a flight to Boston and all went ok. We were the last to board and sat in the last seats on the plane. Not particularly treated well after waiting all day to travel.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,749 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Laura,Aug 2023

DTW - BOS

Finally got on a flight to Boston and all went ok. We were the last to board and sat in the last seats on the plane. Not particularly treated well after waiting all day to travel.

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.

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

    For as low as C$ 348, Southwest can have you in Houston from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 3h 10m. 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 Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Houston, with prices starting at C$ 111. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 237 and C$ 344, respectively. Users have found that Frontier is 69% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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$ 288). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 470). 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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FrontierCheapestC$ 111AverageC$ 291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 237AverageC$ 350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 344AverageC$ 588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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