United Airlines launches sunny sale from Houston to warm destinations starting at $38

After the last chilly few weeks, Houstonians can certainly be forgiven for wanting to hop on the closest plane and jet to a sunny destination. Helping out is United Airlines, which boasts a significant hub in Houston and is offering a new $70/70 promotion.

How does it work? The airline is offering one-way fares from Houston for as low as $70 to destinations averaging 70 degrees and warmer. Those opting for award/mileage tickets can enjoy a rate starting at 7,000 miles. Some fares start as low as $38 each way.

Gleaming getaways from the Bayou City (George Bush Intercontinental - IAH) include:

• Atlanta (starting at $49 one-way)

• Gulfport, Mississippi (starting at $63 one-way)

• Las Vegas (starting at $49 one-way)

• Los Angeles (starting at $38 one-way)

• New Orleans (starting at $49 one-way)

• Phoenix (starting at $39 one-way)

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