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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Harlingen Airport to Houston? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $326. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Houston.$271 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Harlingen on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Inbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Harlingen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $271, select.
Houston.$272 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Mon, 7 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Harlingen on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Inbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Harlingen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $272, select.
Houston.$325 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug, returning Thu, 13 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Harlingen on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Inbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Harlingen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $325, select.
Houston.$381 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct, returning Sat, 24 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Harlingen on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Houston Hobby.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Harlingen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $381, select.
Houston.$418 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Sun, 26 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Harlingen on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Houston Hobby.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Sun, 26 Jul, arriving in Harlingen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $418, select.
Houston.$418 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Harlingen on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Houston Hobby.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Harlingen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $418, select.
Houston.$418 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Dec, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Harlingen on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Inbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Harlingen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $418, select.
Houston.$418 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Harlingen on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Houston Hobby.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Houston Hobby on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Harlingen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $418, select.
Houston.$420 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan, returning Fri, 15 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Harlingen on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Inbound direct flight with United departs from Houston George Bush Intercntl. on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in Harlingen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $420, select.

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

Alternative Harlingen to Houston routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Harlingen to Houston? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Houston Hobby

15km from central Houston
Closest
from $347
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Houston George Bush Intercntl.

25km from central Houston
Cheapest
from $272
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Houston Ellington Field

28km from central Houston
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Harlingen to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$272
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 18 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week154

Finding cheap flights from Harlingen to Houston: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Houston: Houston Hobby, Houston George Bush Intercntl. and Houston Ellington Field.
The best price we found for a return flight from Harlingen to Houston is $272. 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.
1 hour and 17 minutes is the average flight time from Harlingen to Houston.
Southwest Airlines, United and Air Canada fly direct from Harlingen to Houston.
As of July 2026, there are 154 flights per week flying from Harlingen to Houston.
The cheapest month to fly from Harlingen to Houston is usually October.
If you're flying from Harlingen Airport, the cheapest airport near Houston is Houston George Bush Intercntl. – which is 24.9 km away from the centre of Houston. We've found flights into this airport from $272.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Harlingen Airport to Houston on Saturday, 24 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 17 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 Houston 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.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 29°C. August is typically the warmest month in Houston, when it usually averages around 34°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Houston.

Flying from Harlingen Valley International Airport (HRL) to Houston: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Harlingen Valley International Airport to Houston is 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Houston's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Harlingen (the location of Harlingen Valley International Airport).

  • Harlingen Valley International Airport (HRL) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the most traveled route, with 28 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from HRL to IAH is with United Airlines at 18:39. Go for the first departure with United Airlines at 05:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • For a relaxed start to your HRL to Houston flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Direct Harlingen Valley International Airport to Houston tickets are available for booking. Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is where you'll be touching down.

  • United Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Harlingen Valley International Airport to Houston.

  • The journey from central Harlingen to HRL takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • In search of a hotel close to HRL? If you're boarding an early flight from Harlingen Valley International Airport to Houston, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • 81% of flights departing from Harlingen Valley International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of HRL.

  • The address for HRL is 3002 Heritage Way.

How to find the cheapest flights from Harlingen Valley International Airport (HRL) to Houston

  • $136 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Harlingen Valley International Airport to Houston flight. A return plane ticket starts from $271. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • To pick up cheap flights from HRL to Houston, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Harlingen Valley International Airport to Houston across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from HRL to Houston is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Harlingen Valley International Airport to Houston.

Airports in Houston

Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • After your flight from Harlingen Valley International Airport to Houston has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).

  • If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 50 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near HOU. Unwind and get cosy after your HRL to Houston flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at HOU will help you save.

  • The address for Houston Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Best time to go to Houston

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Harlingen Valley International Airport to Houston. July is the most popular month to visit Houston. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in January.

  • Book a Harlingen Valley International Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 40ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from HRL to Houston in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.

More about Houston

Explore more of the United States

  • You've visited Houston, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to tick off its top attractions. From San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, consider Dallas, about 370 kilometres north of Houston. Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.

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