Flying from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is 3 hours.
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-5, making Washington DC one hour ahead of Houston.
Take your pick of 12 weekly Houston Hobby Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flights. The 06:30 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest available. Southwest Airlines operates the last service of the day at 19:55.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your HOU to DCA flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Southwest Airlines.
With 71.39% of services arriving as planned, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering HOU to DCA flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between HOU and DCA:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Nashville Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Houston Hobby Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight is R 2,045. A return ticket right now is R 4,091. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from HOU to DCA, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU's address is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to Houston Hobby Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Houston Hobby Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to HOU:
Arriving at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
If you're coming in on a late Houston Hobby Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near DCA:
Grab a Washington Ronald Reagan Airport rental car and explore Washington DC and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are leading providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to central Washington DC has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Washington DC. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HOU to DCA in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
New York is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
