$52 Cheap Flights from Houston (IAH) to New York (LGA)

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Cheap Flights from Houston to New York (IAH-LGA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $52 for one-way flights and $87 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 3
IAH
Houston
LGA
New York
$87 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$87
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 30 from Houston to New York, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $87 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 2
IAH
Houston
LGA
New York
$92 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$92
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Houston to New York, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $92 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 2
IAH
Houston
LGA
New York
$100 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$100
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Houston to New York, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $100 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Wed, Oct 29
IAH
Houston
LGA
New York
$104 Roundtrip, just found
$104
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Houston to New York, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $104 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 22
IAH
Houston
LGA
New York
$109 Roundtrip, just found
$109
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Houston to New York, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $109 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 3
IAH
Houston
LGA
New York
$112 Roundtrip, just found
$112
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Houston to New York, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $112 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 8
IAH
Houston
LGA
New York
$114 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$114
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from Houston to New York, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $114 found 6 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 8
IAH
Houston
LGA
New York
$117 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 6 from Houston to New York, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $117 found 5 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 8
IAH
Houston
LGA
New York
$118 Roundtrip, just found
$118
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Houston to New York, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $118 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Wed, Oct 29
IAH
Houston
LGA
New York
$197 Roundtrip, just found
$197
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Houston to New York, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $197 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston (IAH) to New York (LGA)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $64 - $312 per traveler.

Alternative airports near New York

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to John F. Kennedy Intl. JFK. Average driving time to city center is 24 minutes. Flights from $167
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Average driving time to city center24 min
Flights from $167
Select flight to Liberty Intl. EWR. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $151
EWR
Liberty Intl.
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $151
Select flight to Westchester County HPN. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $313
HPN
Westchester County
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $313
Flights from Houston (IAH) to New York (LGA)
Origin airport
George Bush Intercontinental
Destination airport
LaGuardia
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$87
Distance
1414 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 31 mins

Houston to New York Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Houston to New York

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Houston to New York are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Houston to New York with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Houston to New York

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Houston to New York: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Houston to New York

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Houston to New York in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $52 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Houston to New York flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Houston to New York airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $52 or cheap return flight from $87 from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
September is the least expensive month to fly from IAH to LGA. Planning your trip for the off-season is often the key to better flight prices.
Which airlines fly direct from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
Enjoy a seamless journey to LaGuardia Airport (LGA). 3 carriers operate direct routes from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), including:

  • United Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines
  • Spirit Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
While prices can change depending on when you travel, Spirit Airlines and Delta Air Lines are popular choices for flights between George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest ticket for your IAH to LGA flight.
How many flights per day from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
When flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), you can take your pick from an average of 12 daily nonstop flights to LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
The 8 AM departures from IAH to LGA are the most sought after. Greater demand means you'll likely pay more for these departures. If you're hoping to save money, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from IAH to LGA?
If you travel on a Wednesday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
What is the earliest flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 6:30AM UTC-6, heading out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You'll be in the air for approximately 3h 28m, reaching LaGuardia Airport (LGA) at approximately 10:58AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
Flights from IAH to LGA have an average travel time of 3 hours and 28 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 1,400 mi.
What airline has the least delays from IAH to LGA?
With 82% of journeys typically landing on time, Aeromexico has the best on-time performance for direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA). To keep track of your flight status and get notified about any changes, use the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
To arrive at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) on schedule, opt for a flight that takes off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for New York from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)?
Book a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to New York and arrive at any one of these airports:

  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
  • Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)
  • John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from IAH to LGA shortly before your trip is generally more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book an IAH to LGA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking an IAH to LGA flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one place will take the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply secure your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to LaGuardia Airport (LGA)?
In most instances, you can reschedule or cancel your IAH to LGA flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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