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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Houston to Philadelphia? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $147. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Philadelphia.$146 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 29, returning Tue, Aug 4.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, Jul 29, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Philadelphia International on Tue, Aug 4, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $146, select.

Philadelphia.$147 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 11, returning Wed, Aug 12.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, Aug 11, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Philadelphia International on Wed, Aug 12, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $147, select.

Philadelphia.$160 per passenger.Departing Fri, Aug 28, returning Wed, Sep 2.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, Aug 28, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Philadelphia International on Wed, Sep 2, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $160, select.

Philadelphia.$162 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 28, returning Fri, Jul 31.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, Jul 28, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Philadelphia International on Fri, Jul 31, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.

Philadelphia.$173 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 15, returning Thu, Sep 17.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Tue, Sep 15, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Philadelphia International on Thu, Sep 17, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $173, select.

Philadelphia.$182 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 28, returning Mon, Nov 2.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Wed, Oct 28, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Philadelphia International on Mon, Nov 2, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $182, select.

Philadelphia.$182 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 2, returning Wed, Oct 7.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, Oct 2, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Philadelphia International on Wed, Oct 7, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $182, select.

Philadelphia.$188 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 19, returning Wed, Sep 23.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, Sep 19, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Philadelphia International on Wed, Sep 23, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $188, select.

Philadelphia.$190 per passenger.Departing Sat, Oct 3, returning Tue, Oct 6.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, Oct 3, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Philadelphia International on Tue, Oct 6, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.

Philadelphia.$220 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 11, returning Fri, Oct 2.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, Sep 11, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Philadelphia International on Fri, Oct 2, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $220, select.

Philadelphia.$228 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 31, returning Thu, Nov 19.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, Jul 31, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Philadelphia International on Thu, Nov 19, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $228, select.

Philadelphia.$243 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 2, returning Fri, Nov 6.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, Nov 2, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Philadelphia International on Fri, Nov 6, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $243, select.

Philadelphia.$270 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 29, returning Mon, Nov 2.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, Oct 29, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from Philadelphia International on Mon, Nov 2, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $270, select.

Philadelphia.$272 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 1, returning Sun, Nov 1.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, Aug 1, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Philadelphia International on Sun, Nov 1, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $272, select.

Philadelphia.$279 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 15, returning Sat, Aug 29.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, Aug 15, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound direct flight with United departing from Philadelphia International on Sat, Aug 29, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $279, select.

Philadelphia.$279 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 23, returning Sat, Jan 30.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Sat, Jan 23, arriving in Philadelphia International.Inbound direct flight with United departing from Philadelphia International on Sat, Jan 30, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From $279, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Philadelphia

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Houston to Philadelphia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$146
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	3 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	111

Finding cheap flights from Houston to Philadelphia: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Philadelphia?

There are 5 airports in Philadelphia: Philadelphia International, Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer, Greater Wilmington, Atlantic City International, and Allentown.

How much are round-trip flights from Houston to Philadelphia?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Houston to Philadelphia is $146. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Houston to Philadelphia?

3 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Houston to Philadelphia.

Which airlines fly direct from Houston to Philadelphia?

American Airlines, Qatar Airways and United fly direct from Houston to Philadelphia.

How many flights are there a week from Houston to Philadelphia?

There are 444 flights per week flying from Houston to Philadelphia, as of July 2026.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Houston to Philadelphia?

The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Philadelphia is usually July.

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Philadelphia?

If you're flying from Houston, the cheapest airport near Philadelphia is Philadelphia International – which is 11.2 km away from the center of Philadelphia. We've found flights to this airport from $146.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Houston to Philadelphia on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Houston to Philadelphia on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Houston to Philadelphia?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 25 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Houston to Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Philadelphia?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Philadelphia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Philadelphia?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. July is typically the warmest month in Philadelphia, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is July.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Houston to Philadelphia?

The cheapest airline that flies to Philadelphia is Frontier Airlines.

Traveling from Houston to Philadelphia: what you need to know

Many great adventures start at one of Houston's main airports, Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Houston to Philadelphia taking off from either of these.
The major entry paths to Philadelphia are Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
Jump on a direct Houston to Philadelphia flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Philadelphia is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Houston.
The most popular route for flights from Houston to Philadelphia is Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). There are 39 services that connect the two airports every week.
Leave enough time to catch your Houston to Philadelphia flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Philadelphia

To pick up cheap Houston to Philadelphia flights, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Houston to Philadelphia.
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Flying from Houston

Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)

If you're looking for a direct flight from Houston to Philadelphia, you can depart from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH). Fly from IAH to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) in one seamless trip.
Top carriers that offer direct Houston to Philadelphia plane tickets from IAH include:
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Houston to Philadelphia or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, 79% touch down on time at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

You can reach HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes to travel the 16 kilometers or so.
Get your vacation started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Houston to Philadelphia, kick back in one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport:
79% of flights out of Houston Hobby Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Arriving in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

The distance from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia is roughly 11 kilometers. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to PHL if you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Philadelphia. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Philadelphia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and explore beyond Philadelphia's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Philadelphia International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.

Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)

Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) is about 48 kilometers from central Philadelphia. Once you've disembarked your flight from Houston to Philadelphia, it'll take you approximately 40 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to TTN. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Houston to Philadelphia:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Budget, National and Enterprise.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at TTN can get you a lower rate.
You can find Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.

Best time to go to Philadelphia

August is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Philadelphia. To skip the crowds, go to Philadelphia in March.
The warmest month in Philadelphia is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Houston to Philadelphia ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Houston to Philadelphia in January when temperatures average between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).

More about Philadelphia

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Philadelphia right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Houston to Philadelphia:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art are essential stops on your Philadelphia itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

Philadelphia is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometers northeast of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Around 434 kilometers northeast of Philadelphia, Boston is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.