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Cheap flights from Detroit to Houston from C$ 123

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 21/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — HOU
1 Jul — 8 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Houston are usually found in August or February, booked 16 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 26 June 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 186

One-way from

C$ 123

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 282
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 4/9-19/9
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 47m total
  • Detroit to Houston
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Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 21/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 00m total
  • Detroit to Houston
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (C$ 71 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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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 26 June 2025.

Thu 4/93:51 p.m.DTW - IAH
Nonstop2h 59mSpirit Airlines
Fri 19/98:46 p.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 25/6C$ 186
Wed 13/88:40 a.m.DTW - IAH
Nonstop2h 56mDelta
Wed 13/83:16 p.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mDelta
Deal found 25/6C$ 217
Thu 18/98:15 p.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Thu 25/95:10 a.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 26/6C$ 245
Thu 7/87:00 a.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/82:30 p.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/6C$ 328
Thu 25/125:02 a.m.DTW - IAH
1 stop5h 23mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/17:00 a.m.IAH - DTW
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 26/6C$ 360
Fri 21/118:15 a.m.DTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/127:55 p.m.IAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/6C$ 375
Thu 10/77:09 p.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop17h 21mSun Country Air
Thu 17/78:40 p.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop12h 33mSun Country Air
Deal found 26/6C$ 376
Tue 8/712:18 p.m.DTW - IAH
1 stop11h 08mFrontier
Sat 19/78:56 p.m.IAH - DTW
1 stop11h 16mFrontier
Deal found 25/6C$ 392
Wed 2/75:25 a.m.DTW - HOU
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Fri 18/76:40 p.m.HOU - DTW
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Deal found 25/6C$ 436
Sat 12/77:30 a.m.DTW - IAH
1 stop9h 32mJetBlue
Mon 21/711:58 a.m.IAH - DTW
1 stop9h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 25/6C$ 630
Thu 18/96:30 a.m.DTW - IAH
2 stops35h 24mAlaska Airlines
Mon 22/95:59 p.m.IAH - DTW
2 stops20h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/6C$ 674

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DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/9

3:51 p.m.-5:50 p.m.

Nonstop2h 59m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 19/9

8:46 p.m.-12:34 a.m.

Nonstop2h 48m

C$ 186

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 13/8

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

Nonstop2h 56m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 13/8

3:16 p.m.-7:02 p.m.

Nonstop2h 46m

C$ 217

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 18/9

8:15 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

1 stop4h 15m

Houston Hobby

Thu 25/9

5:10 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop4h 10m

C$ 245

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/8

7:00 a.m.-1:51 p.m.

1 stop7h 51m

Houston Hobby

Mon 11/8

2:30 p.m.-10:24 p.m.

1 stop6h 54m

C$ 328

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 21/11

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

Nonstop3h 17m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/12

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

Nonstop2h 47m

C$ 375

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/7

7:09 p.m.-11:30 a.m.

1 stop17h 21m

Houston Hobby

Thu 17/7

8:40 p.m.-10:13 a.m.

1 stop12h 33m

C$ 376

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/7

12:18 p.m.-10:26 p.m.

1 stop11h 08m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 19/7

8:56 p.m.-9:12 a.m.

1 stop11h 16m

C$ 392

DetroitHouston

DTW - HOU

DTWHOU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/8

5:25 a.m.-9:17 a.m.

1 stop4h 52m

Houston Hobby

Sat 9/8

10:19 a.m.-5:53 p.m.

1 stop6h 34m

C$ 463

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/7

5:00 a.m.-9:32 a.m.

1 stop5h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 16/7

6:23 p.m.-12:56 a.m.

1 stop5h 33m

C$ 526

DetroitHouston

DTW - IAH

DTWIAH

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/7

7:30 a.m.-4:02 p.m.

1 stop9h 32m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 21/7

11:58 a.m.-10:57 p.m.

1 stop9h 59m

C$ 630

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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 20 June 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 16 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$ 476). 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 26 June 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.

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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 26 June 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andDelta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,838 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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$ 186 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Southwest, starting at C$ 217 and C$ 245 round-trip. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    C$ 123 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from C$ 245 and C$ 272, 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$ 476). 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$ 123AverageC$ 200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 184AverageC$ 312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 217AverageC$ 508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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