Cheap flights from Chicago to Houston
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Chicago to Houston and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $138 | FrontierNonstop4 hrThu, Apr 30 — Mon, May 4 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Houston is currently $138 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $69 | FrontierNonstop4 hrWed, Apr 15 | The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Houston is currently $69 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $304 | FrontierNonstop4 hrFri, Mar 20 — Sun, Mar 22 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Chicago to Houston is currently $304 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $356 | FrontierNonstop4 hrSat, May 9 — Mon, May 11 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Chicago to Houston is currently $356 | |
| Fastest flight | 2 hr 30 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Chicago to Houston takes 2 hr 30 min | ||
| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Chicago to Houston per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Houston is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically March.
January
Cheapest
Prices in January are usually between $70 and $220.
Popular airlines from Chicago to Houston
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Chicago to Houston in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- SouthwestNonstopfrom $217Typical price: $190–37038 weekly nonstop flightsMDW - HOUEvery day2915 weekly connecting flightsMDW, ORD - HOUEvery day
- UnitedNonstopfrom $217Typical price: $185–36577 weekly nonstop flightsORD - IAHEvery day807 weekly connecting flightsORD - IAHEvery day
- AmericanNonstopfrom $217Typical price: $185–39527 weekly nonstop flightsORD - IAHEvery day920 weekly connecting flightsORD - HOU, IAHEvery day
- Deltafrom $257Typical price: $220–560627 weekly connecting flightsMDW, ORD - HOU, IAHEvery day
- FrontierNonstopfrom $138Typical price: $115–2657 weekly nonstop flightsMDW, ORD - IAHEvery Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun53 weekly connecting flightsMDW, ORD - IAHEvery day
- SpiritNonstopfrom $138Typical price: $100–2457 weekly nonstop flightsORD - IAHEvery day16 weekly connecting flightsORD - IAHEvery day
Popular airports near Chicago
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Chicago center and popularity with travelers.
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)ChicagoUnited States26 min16 mi
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)ChicagoUnited States25 min9 mi
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)MilwaukeeUnited States1 hr 24 min75 mi
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND)IndianapolisUnited States2 hr 58 min165 mi
Popular airports near Houston
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Houston center and popularity with travelers.
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)HoustonUnited States22 min16 mi
- William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)HoustonUnited States22 min9 mi
- Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)DallasUnited States3 hr 51 min237 mi
- Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)AustinUnited States2 hr 26 min140 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Houston
The cheapest flights from Chicago to Houston are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $70 to $220.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Houston recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $138. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $69.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Houston is $217, flying from May 9 to May 10.
- The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Houston is $217, flying from Apr 18 to Apr 19.
- The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Houston is $217, flying from May 9 to May 10.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Houston is $257, flying from Apr 25 to Apr 26.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Chicago to Houston is $138, flying from May 9 to May 11.
- The cheapest Spirit flight from Chicago to Houston is $138, flying from Apr 30 to May 3.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Houston starts at $138 from Thu, Apr 30 to Mon, May 4. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $69 and departs on Wed, Apr 15.
2 hr 30 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Houston.
Most visitors explore Houston May–Aug when the days are hot and humid. Winters (Nov–Feb) tend to be mild. Local events include the Martin Luther King, Jr., Grande Parade (Jan) and the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo (Mar).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Houston.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Chicago to Houston really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Chicago to Houston.
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 77 nonstop flights and 807 connecting flights per week. United flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 38 nonstop flights and 2,915 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Houston are:
In terms of nonstop flights, United is the most popular. United offers 77 nonstop flights and 807 connecting flights per week. United flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 38 nonstop flights and 2,915 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Houston are:
- American offers 27 nonstop flights and 920 connecting flights per week. American flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
- Delta offers 627 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
- Frontier offers 7 nonstop flights and 53 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
- Spirit offers 7 nonstop flights and 16 connecting flights per week. Spirit flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Houston recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $138. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $69.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Houston is $217, flying from May 9 to May 10.
- The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Houston is $217, flying from Apr 18 to Apr 19.
- The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Houston is $217, flying from May 9 to May 10.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Houston is $257, flying from Apr 25 to Apr 26.
- The cheapest Frontier flight from Chicago to Houston is $138, flying from May 9 to May 11.
- The cheapest Spirit flight from Chicago to Houston is $138, flying from Apr 30 to May 3.
Southwest, Frontier, United, American and Spirit fly direct from Chicago to Houston.
- There are 38 Southwest direct flights from Chicago to Houston per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 77 United direct flights from Chicago to Houston per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 27 American direct flights from Chicago to Houston per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 7 Frontier direct flights from Chicago to Houston per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
- There are 7 Spirit direct flights from Chicago to Houston per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Houston at price $304 is offered by Frontier from Fri, Mar 20 to Sun, Mar 22.
Southwest, Frontier, United, American and Spirit fly direct from Chicago to Houston.
- There are 38 Southwest direct flights from Chicago to Houston per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 77 United direct flights from Chicago to Houston per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 27 American direct flights from Chicago to Houston per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 7 Frontier direct flights from Chicago to Houston per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
- There are 7 Spirit direct flights from Chicago to Houston per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Chicago to Houston on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Chicago and Houston start at $138 from Thu, Apr 30 to Mon, May 4 with Frontier.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Chicago to Houston, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Chicago and Houston start at $356 from Sat, May 9 to Mon, May 11 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Chicago and Houston start at $138 from Thu, Apr 30 to Mon, May 4.
To book business class trips from Chicago to Houston, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Chicago and Houston starts at $304 from Fri, Mar 20 to Sun, Mar 22 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Houston at price $304 is offered by Frontier from Fri, Mar 20 to Sun, Mar 22.
To find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Houston, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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