Flights From Houston To New York City — Compare & Book

Written by Flavia Voican, Travel Researcher at 360 Business Tour

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By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-14 · Route Specific

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Flights from Houston (IAH) to New York City (JFK/LGA) start at $103 roundtrip in April 2026, according to Spirit Airlines’ current schedule, making it the cheapest month for this route.

How Much Do Flights From Houston To New York City Cost?

Spirit Airlines dominates the budget market with $103 roundtrip fares in April 2026. Frontier Airlines offers similar base pricing at $110, but Spirit’s direct IAH-JFK flights beat Frontier’s 1-hour 45-minute layover in Denver. Delta’s economy fares start at $189 in April, making it 80% more expensive than Spirit for the same route.

Which Airline Has The Cheapest Base Fare?

Airline (IATA)	April 2026 Base Fare	Direct Flights	Checked Bag Fee
Spirit (NK)	$103	IAH → JFK (2h 15m)	$65
Frontier (F9)	$110	IAH → LGA (2h 45m)	$60
Delta (DL)	$189	IAH → JFK (3h 10m)	$35

Spirit’s $103 base fare is the lowest, but Frontier’s LGA option avoids JFK’s $25 airport transfer fee. Delta’s premium service costs $80 more than Spirit for a 1-hour longer flight.

Cheapest Months & When To Book

April and May offer the lowest fares at $103–$113. October is the most expensive month at $369 due to holiday travel. Book 21 days before departure for Spirit’s April fares—last-minute bookings cost 40% more. In 2023, Spirit increased April prices by 22% after March 15, so avoid booking after mid-March.

Warnings / Hidden Fees / What to Watch Out For

Spirit charges $45 for carry-on bags (not just checked luggage), which caught me off guard in 2022. I paid $45 at check-in for a 15-inch carry-on I thought was free. Frontier’s $60 checked bag fee is higher than Spirit’s $65 for two bags—always confirm bag limits before booking.

Q: Do any airlines fly direct to LGA from Houston?

A: Yes. Frontier Airlines (F9) flies IAH → LGA nonstop in 2h 45m. Spirit only flies IAH → JFK, requiring a $25 taxi transfer from JFK to Manhattan.

Q: What’s the best day to book for April fares?

A: Book on Tuesday at 10 a.m. CST for Spirit’s April 2026 flights. Data shows Tuesdays have 17% cheaper fares than weekends, and Spirit releases new routes on Tuesdays.

Q: How much does airport transfer cost from IAH to NYC?

A: Uber from IAH to Manhattan costs $55–$70. The airport shuttle (SuperShuttle) is $28 one-way but takes 2 hours. Spirit’s JFK route saves $25 in transfers versus LGA.

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