Deal alert: Flights to Houston starting at $98
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Feel like going to adult space camp and diving into some mouthwatering Texas barbecue? American Airlines is offering flights to Houston from major U.S. cities starting below $100 round-trip.
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These discounted fares were originally reported by Secret Flying, and are available for travel from March to May.
Deal basics
Airline: American Airlines
Routes: LAX/JFK/MIA/PHX/ORD to IAH
How to book: Directly through the airline or via Google Flights
Travel dates: March – May
Related: 11 can’t-miss attractions that make Houston special
Sample flights
The offers below are for main cabin seats on American Airlines, which include a standard seat, a carry-on and seat selection. A checked bag will cost extra.
For under $100 bucks, you can snag a nonstop flight from Miami (MIA) to Houston (IAH) at $98 round-trip.
Trade in the deep-dish pizza for burnt ends and fly to Houston (IAH) from Chicago (ORD). The deal below is for a direct flight for $128 round-trip at the beginning of May.
Travelers can go from Phoenix (PHX) to Houston (IAH) for $138 round-trip.
Another West Coast departure option to Houston (IAH) is Los Angeles (LAX) for $156 round-trip. The departure flight includes a layover in Chicago (ORD) and there is a stop in Dallas (DFW) on the return flight.
There are flights widely available from New York (JFK) to Houston (IAH) for $163 round-trip for people on the East Coast. The deal below includes a stop in Charlotte (CLT) each way.
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Related: Amex opens new wellness area in the Houston Centurion Lounge
Bottom line
Whether space exploration, tasty food or a major arts scene is your thing, Houston is a place that appeals to many travelers. Don’t miss out on these deals heading to H-Town.
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