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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Richmond Airport to Houston Hobby Airport? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $216. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Houston Hobby

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Richmond to Houston Hobby flights are currently cheapest in May.

Richmond to Houston Hobby: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Richmond to Houston below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Houston Hobby.

Richmond to Houston: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$217
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Richmond to Houston Hobby: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Richmond to Houston Hobby is $216. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Richmond to Houston Hobby. But we found flights with one or more stops from $216.
There are no flights flying from Richmond to Houston Hobby, as of April 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Houston Hobby is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Richmond Airport to Houston Hobby Airport on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Richmond Airport and Houston Hobby Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Hobby 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.
Currently, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Houston Hobby.

Flying from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU): what you need to know

  • Houston is one hour behind Richmond and is in the UTC-5 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your RIC to HOU flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to William P. Hobby Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RIC and HOU:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Nashville International Airport

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • At the moment, $109 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to William P. Hobby Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $216. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from RIC to HOU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to William P. Hobby Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.

  • Finding cheap flights from RIC to HOU is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to William P. Hobby Airport.

Handy information about Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) (RIC)

  • You'll find RIC at 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.

  • When it comes to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)'s on-time performance, data shows 77.63% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Richmond to Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) is around 21 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near RIC? If you're boarding an early flight from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to William P. Hobby Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

Getting from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to central Houston

  • HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

  • William P. Hobby Airport to the center of Houston has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometers away.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 40 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.

When to fly to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to William P. Hobby Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Houston in April.

  • The warmest month in Houston is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field) to William P. Hobby Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RIC to HOU sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Houston has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometers west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.

  • Around 370 kilometers north of Houston, Dallas is another favorite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.

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