Cheap Flights from Houston (HOU) to Phoenix (PHX)

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Flight deals from Houston Hobby to Phoenix Sky Harbor

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $370. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby to Phoenix Sky Harbor

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

Direct flights from Houston Hobby to Phoenix Sky Harbor

Houston Hobby to Phoenix Sky Harbor: Alternative routes

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

Houston to Phoenix: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$370
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week39

Finding cheap flights from Houston Hobby to Phoenix Sky Harbor: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Houston Hobby to Phoenix Sky Harbor is $370. 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 47 minutes is the average flight time from Houston Hobby to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from Houston Hobby to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
As of July 2026, there are 39 flights per week flying from Houston Hobby to Phoenix Sky Harbor.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston Hobby to Phoenix Sky Harbor is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on Friday, 31 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 47 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor 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 Phoenix is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Phoenix Sky Harbor.

Flying from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 45 minutes.

  • Phoenix's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Phoenix one hour behind Houston.

  • Choose from 23 weekly Houston Hobby Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flights. The 05:45 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest available. Southwest Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:50.

  • Your HOU to PHX flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Flying into Phoenix (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a breeze with Southwest Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport.

  • Southwest Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates HOU to PHX flights, with 76.5% of its services arriving as planned.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Houston Hobby Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. These are the top stopovers between HOU and PHX:

    • Austin-Bergstrom Airport

    • Dallas Love Field Airport

    • Tucson International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)

  • At the moment, $185 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Houston Hobby Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $370. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Score cheap tickets from HOU to PHX by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from HOU to PHX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Houston Hobby Airport, data shows 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Houston Hobby Airport from central Houston, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to HOU:

Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)

Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix

  • The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.

  • Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 25 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Phoenix based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport for July if you'd like to visit Phoenix during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 45ºC (113ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HOU to PHX in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done Phoenix, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel about 483 kilometres west to San Diego to tick off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.

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