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Flight deals from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 1,464. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Houston.R 700 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 700, select.
Houston.R 816 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 816, select.
Houston.R 838 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 22 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 838, select.
Houston.R 1,219 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,219, select.
Houston.R 1,377 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,377, select.
Houston.R 1,412 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,412, select.
Houston.R 1,534 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,534, select.
Houston.R 2,412 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,412, select.
Houston.R 2,412 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,412, select.
Houston.R 2,412 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,412, select.
Houston.R 2,412 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,412, select.
Houston.R 2,412 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,412, select.
Houston.R 2,412 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Fort Lauderdale International on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,412, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Fort Lauderdale to Houston flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from R 1,219
Aug
from R 700
Sep
from R 816
Oct
from R 838
Nov
from R 1,412
Dec
from R 1,377
Jan
from R 2,412
Feb
from R 2,412
Mar
from R 2,412
Apr
from R 2,412
May
from R 2,412
Jun
from R 2,412

Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

Alternative Fort Lauderdale to Houston routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Fort Lauderdale to Houston? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Houston Hobby

15km from central Houston
Closest
from R 1,371
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Houston George Bush Intercntl.

25km from central Houston
Cheapest
from R 700
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Houston Ellington Field

28km from central Houston
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Fort Lauderdale to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 700
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week177

Finding cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Houston: Houston Hobby, Houston George Bush Intercntl. and Houston Ellington Field.
The best price we found for a return flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston is R 1,373. 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 49 minutes is the average flight time from Fort Lauderdale to Houston.
United, Southwest Airlines and Air New Zealand fly direct from Fort Lauderdale to Houston.
As of July 2026, there are 1,593 flights per week flying from Fort Lauderdale to Houston.
The cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Houston is usually July.
If you're flying from Fort Lauderdale, the cheapest airport near Houston is Houston George Bush Intercntl. – which is 24.9 km away from the centre of Houston. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,373.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Houston on Wednesday, 29 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 49 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 Houston 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 Houston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 29°C. August is typically the warmest month in Houston, when it usually averages around 34°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is June.
The cheapest airline that flies to Houston is Frontier Airlines .

Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Houston: what you need to know

  • Start your adventure at Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL), the main airport in Fort Lauderdale. Search for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston that depart from this terminal.

  • When it comes to touching down in Houston, Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) is a key hub. Another is Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).

  • Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Fort Lauderdale to Houston flight.

  • The timezone in Houston is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Fort Lauderdale.

  • Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) is the most popular route. When looking for your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston, you can select from 45 services each week between FLL and IAH.

  • To ensure you make your Fort Lauderdale to Houston flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying over a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Fort Lauderdale to Houston flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Houston.

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  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Fort Lauderdale to Houston flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Flying from Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)

  • You can find a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston taking off from Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL). Begin your trip at FLL and then fly into Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).

  • Well-known carriers that offer direct Fort Lauderdale to Houston plane tickets from FLL include:

  • The journey from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near Fort Lauderdale International Airport:

  • 75% of flights taking off from Fort Lauderdale International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.

Arriving in Houston

Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Houston. Once you've hopped off your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.

  • The trip will take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to HOU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston:

  • Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make collecting a Houston Hobby Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.

  • Get the lowest price by securing your ride from HOU four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.

  • You can find Houston Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Best time to go to Houston

  • September is the quietest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston, while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Houston based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Fort Lauderdale to Houston ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • Search for cheap flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston 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.

More about Houston

Explore more of the United States

  • Houston is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like San Antonio River Walk, Selena Quintanilla Mural and Historic Market Square.

  • Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.

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