Flights from Houston to Dallas
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Cheap Flights from Houston to Dallas

Track economy fares on the IAH → DFW route and get alerts when prices drop.

From
Houston
IAH
To
Dallas
DFW

Route Intelligence: Houston → Dallas

Flight Duration

1 hr 11 min (Direct)

Price Guidance

A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.

Peak Season

Jun-Aug

Top Airlines

American Airlines, United Airlines

Booking Tip

Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

Track Houston → Dallas Fares

Set your target price and FlightKitten will scan this route twice daily. The instant economy fares drop below your budget, you'll get an email with the price, airline, and a direct booking link.

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Route Summary: Houston → Dallas

From
Houston (IAH)
To
Dallas (DFW)
Duration
1 hr 11 min (Direct)
Airlines
American Airlines, United Airlines
Price Guide
A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.
Tracking
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Route Briefing: Houston to Dallas

Spanning 225 miles in just 1 hour and 11 minutes, flying between Houston and Dallas connects Texas's two economic powerhouses. United, American, and Southwest operate frequent hourly departures between IAH/HOU and DFW/DAL.

Dallas offers bold Texas energy, rich cultural arts, and sensational dining. Tour the Dallas Museum of Art and Nasher Sculpture Center in the downtown Arts District, relax on the lawns of Klyde Warren Park, or explore American history at The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza. For dinner, head to Deep Ellum or Bishop Arts District for handcrafted cocktails, live blues, and authentic smoked brisket tacos and sizzling fajitas.

Roundtrip economy fares under $110 are a frequent bargain, while standard fares range from $150 to $230. Spring and autumn bring ideal temperatures for exploring the outdoor Dallas Arboretum and state fair festivities. Book 3 to 5 weeks in advance for the best economy prices.

How much are flights from Houston to Dallas in 2026?

Flight prices from Houston (IAH) to Dallas (DFW) vary significantly depending on the season, day of the week, and how far in advance you book. A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+. Popular carriers on this route include American Airlines, United Airlines. FlightKitten eliminates the guesswork by monitoring 220+ airlines twice daily and alerting you the moment economy fares hit your target price.

How does FlightKitten track Houston to Dallas fares?

FlightKitten is an economy flight price monitoring platform that scans 220+ airlines twice every day for economy fares on the IAH to DFW route. When you set a target price, FlightKitten continuously monitors this route and sends an email alert the moment fares drop below your budget. Each alert includes the exact fare, airline, dates, and an AI-powered briefing that explains whether the deal is genuinely good compared to historical pricing on this route. No more obsessive price checking — set your budget and let FlightKitten do the watching. Learn more about how FlightKitten tracking works.

See our full Dallas destination guide for all available routes. Also popular: Houston to Anchorage.

Pro tip: Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

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