Travelling from Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by looking up the best departure point for your flight from Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). Explore the options for setting off from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL), two of the city's main airports.
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport flight.
Dallas and Houston (where Houston Hobby Airport is located) share the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you land.
The busiest route is from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), with 45 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from DFW to HOU is the 7am American Airlines service. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 10:46pm with American Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Dallas to HOU. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving and spring break.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Fly without interruptions from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Direct flights from Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) operate from here.
When jetting out of DFW, you can take a direct flight from Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport with American Airlines.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between DFW and HOU is American Airlines.
With 75.22% of services arriving as planned, American Airlines is the top on-time carrier on this route.
Travelling from central Dallas to DFW takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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72% of flights that take off from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find DFW at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Consider starting your journey from Dallas Love Field (DAL). You can book a direct Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) plane ticket from this hub.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Dallas to HOU leaving from DAL. Book your favourite window seat and reach your destination in one go.
Southwest Airlines is the top choice for travellers flying from DAL to HOU.
The carrier with the best on-time performance is Southwest Airlines. Its Dallas Love Field to Houston Hobby Airport flights land as planned 73.44% of the time.
DAL is about 13 kilometres from central Dallas. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
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When it comes to flight punctuality, Dallas Love Field has an on-time arrival rate of 74%.
DAL is located at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near HOU:
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks ahead of your Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport flight.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to central Houston
Houston Hobby Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport is 84 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 169 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
December is the quietest month for flights from Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Houston based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Dallas to HOU plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Houston
Once you've booked your flight from Dallas to Houston Hobby Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
Your trip to Houston isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
Explore more of the United States
Houston will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. About 241 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to Austin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Texas State Capitol, Austin Museum of Art, Downtown and 360 Bridge.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in the United States, consider Corpus Christi, roughly 290 kilometres southwest of Houston. USS LEXINGTON, Texas State Aquarium and Bayfront Park are among its highlights.
