Flying from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Houston Hobby Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.
Houston is one hour behind Washington DC and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Flights from DCA to HOU start at 06:00 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last service of the day is at 19:55 with Southwest Airlines. Overall, there are 12 weekly Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights.
Your DCA to HOU flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Houston Hobby Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Houston — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
Southwest Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers DCA to HOU flights, with 78.43% of its services landing on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Houston Hobby Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DCA and HOU include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Nashville Airport
Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport
Handy information about Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Of the flights that depart from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
To reach Washington Ronald Reagan Airport from central Washington DC, it takes around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near DCA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Houston Hobby Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Book a hotel close to HOU if you're taking a late Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Houston Hobby Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and experience the lesser-explored corners of Houston and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Houston Hobby Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Houston Hobby Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Houston in March.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Houston Hobby Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from DCA to HOU in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Houston has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.
