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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 297
Typical prices: C$ 378-C$ 626
Southwest
Sat 1/12Tue 11/12
DTW - HOU • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 149
Typical prices: C$ 280-C$ 394
Southwest
Sat 6/10
DTW - HOU • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Houston Hobby Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 39% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 475 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 4h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Hobby (DTW-HOU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Hobby

Tue, 1 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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6:20 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 05m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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5:10 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.HOU  Houston Hobby-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 10m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
C$ 297Southwest
Sat, 31 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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5:45 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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2:55 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.HOU  Houston Hobby-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 25m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
C$ 297Southwest
Fri, 8 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
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5:00 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 10m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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9:50 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.HOU  Houston Hobby-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
C$ 297Southwest
Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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8:05 p.m. - 12:10 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
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7:30 a.m. - 12:40 p.m.HOU  Houston Hobby-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 10m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
C$ 297Southwest
Wed, 14 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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11:05 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 40m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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3:05 p.m. - 10:35 p.m.HOU  Houston Hobby-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 30m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
C$ 297Southwest
Fri, 23 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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8:25 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 05m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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5:50 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.HOU  Houston Hobby-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
C$ 297Southwest
Thu, 7 Jan - Mon, 11 Jan
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1:05 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-HOU Houston Hobby
9h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:35 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.HOU  Houston Hobby-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 55m1 stop Nashville Intl
C$ 297Southwest
Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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7:10 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 10m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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7:05 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.HOU  Houston Hobby-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
C$ 297Southwest
Fri, 15 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
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3:55 p.m. - 9:43 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 a.m. - 12:34 p.m.HOU  Houston Hobby-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 468Delta
Fri, 30 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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4:25 p.m. - 11:03 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:28 p.m. - 12:52 a.m.HOU  Houston Hobby-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 468Delta
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport start at C$ 297. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 378 to C$ 626. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 297 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport and is 22% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 30% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

C$ 149
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport

When to book flights from Detroit to Hobby

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Hobby based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Houston Hobby (HOU).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 13% of one-stop connections

    Lambert-St Louis (STL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 40% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 377 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at C$ 626, a difference of C$ 249. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Houston Hobby Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Houston Hobby Airport are Downtown Houston, George R. Brown Convention Center, and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston Hobby Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long does a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport take?

    A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 2,829 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 181, which is 46% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 32m, compared with 4h 37m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 4h 54m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Houston Hobby Airport?

    Houston Hobby Airport is 1 hour behind Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)?

    Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 27 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport range from C$ 378 to C$ 626, with an average of C$ 481 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 378 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 377 – about C$ 249 less than Tuesday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Houston Hobby Airport trip for September. Fares historically average C$ 294 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 490 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Houston Hobby Airport.
    - DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport
    - Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
    - Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Hobby Airport

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