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Washington D.C..151 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From 151 €, select.
Washington D.C..151 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug, returning Mon, 11 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From 151 €, select.
Washington D.C..151 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From 151 €, select.
Washington D.C..151 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From 151 €, select.
Washington D.C..190 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul, returning Mon, 4 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From 190 €, select.
Washington D.C..203 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From 203 €, select.
Washington D.C..214 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Jul, returning Tue, 29 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From 214 €, select.
Washington D.C..219 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Nov, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Sun, 2 Nov, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From 219 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston Hobby to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Houston to Washington D.C.: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found151 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week39

Finding cheap flights from Houston Hobby to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Houston Hobby to Washington D.C. is 151 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 56 minutes is the average flight time from Houston Hobby to Washington D.C..
Southwest Airlines flies direct from Houston Hobby to Washington D.C..
As of July 2025, there are 39 flights per week flying from Houston Hobby to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby to Washington D.C. is usually August.
If you're flying from Houston Hobby Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Ronald Reagan – which is 5.5 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from 151 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington D.C. on Thursday, 7 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 56 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In July, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Flying from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 20 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Washington DC.

  • Washington DC is one hour ahead of Houston, where William P. Hobby Airport is located. Washington DC observes the UTC-4 timezone.

  • William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is the most popular route, with 17 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from HOU to BWI is with Southwest Airlines at 21:55. Opt for the first departure operated by Southwest Airlines at 05:10 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your HOU to Washington DC flight.

  • If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • You can book a direct William P. Hobby Airport to Washington DC ticket. Begin your journey at HOU and touch down at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).

  • Check out the offers from Southwest Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from William P. Hobby Airport to Washington DC.

  • Located around 16 kilometres from central Houston, HOU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Washington DC? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near HOU:

  • William P. Hobby Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from HOU arrive on schedule 81.06% of the time.

  • HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

How to find the cheapest flights from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Washington DC

  • 75 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way William P. Hobby Airport to Washington DC flight. A return plane ticket starts from 151 €. These fares may change based on demand.

  • To score cheap flights from HOU to Washington DC, reserve your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.

  • May is the best month for landing an incredible deal on William P. Hobby Airport to Washington DC tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from HOU to Washington DC.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Washington DC by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • The distance from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling by public transport takes about 45 minutes.

  • Think about booking a hotel close to DCA if you have a late flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Washington DC. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and explore beyond Washington DC's main sights.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from HOU to Washington DC.

  • The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Once your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Washington DC has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • You'll find some great places to drop your things at near IAD. Settle in and get cosy after your HOU to Washington DC flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from IAD one week in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.

  • Washington Dulles International Airport is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Hop off your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Washington DC and make your way to your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of Washington DC is around 48 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and usually takes 50 minutes to reach by car.

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when travelling on public transport.

  • If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel near BWI. Check in to one of these stays after your HOU to Washington DC flight:

  • Whether you're looking for a mini for a solo getaway or a spacious SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the ideal Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car for your needs. Explore the range of wheels available here from names such as Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.

  • Around two weeks ahead of your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Washington DC is the ideal time to secure your ride from BWI. You're more likely to find a cheaper rate or even snap up an early bird discount.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to Washington DC. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are typically higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Washington DC in low season if you like a quieter vibe.

  • When booking your William P. Hobby Airport to Washington DC plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from HOU to Washington DC around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Washington DC, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its leading attractions. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Philadelphia is another well-known destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No trip is complete without dropping by Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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