How to find cheap flights from Houston
The lowest price we've found for a one-way flight from Houston is RM113, leaving from Houston George Bush Intercntl..
You can find a return ticket from RM260.
The cheapest city you can fly to from Houston is Denver International.
Have the best deals come straight to you by setting up a Price Alert for the flights you're interested in. You'll get an email or a notification on the app when prices drop.
Find cheaper plane tickets from Houston by booking early. The general advice is to book two to six months in advance for international journeys, and one to three months ahead if you're flying domestically.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' at the start of your search to compare prices across airports in or around your destination. Even if you have a preference, considering a neighboring airport could open up better flight options or lower fares.
Alternatively, let the lowest prices decide where you go. Select 'Explore everywhere' from Houston to find out how far your budget can take you.
Flying from Houston: what you need to know
Houston sits in the UTC-6 time zone, with departing flights shown in local time.
Popular airlines flying from Houston are listed below, each with one example of an airport they operate from:
United: Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Southwest Airlines: Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
American Airlines: Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Make sure you know the entry rules before you go if you're departing for another country. They can vary depending on your passport and plans, so always check with official channels like your airline or local consulate.
Best time to fly from Houston
The most affordable time to get on a flight departing from Houston is usually August.
July is typically the busiest month to travel. Peak periods like this often come with higher fares.
The quietest time to fly out of the city is March. Fewer people are booking, so airlines tend to drop prices to help fill seats.
One travel tip worth knowing: go midweek. Flights from Houston leaving on Tuesdays and Wednesdays usually cost less than weekend departures.
Where to fly to from Houston
Make your way to Mexico City, or take in the highlights of Cancun or Monterrey. From Houston, these are some of the most popular international cities to fly to.
Dallas, New York and Washington DC are favourites if you'd rather explore your own backyard.
Or expand your travels into Mexico, Canada or Costa Rica. They rank among the most visited countries when flying from Houston.
The shortest flight out of Houston goes to Austin, taking roughly 55 minutes.
Leaving from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Around 21 kilometres from the city centre, Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport is the busiest airport for flights from Houston.
Driving from the centre takes 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic. Public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Travel with one of these top airlines that depart from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport:
Flying out early or just want to take the pressure off departure day? Check into one of these hotels near IAH and enjoy a more relaxed start to your journey:
Flying out of Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
When searching for flight tickets from Houston, don't rule out leaving from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). You might find cheaper prices or more available flights. It's around 16 kilometres from the city centre.
It'll take 20 minutes or so to reach the airport if you're driving from the centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Step on board with any of these airlines operating flights from HOU:
If you want to stay close to your boarding gate ahead of your flight from Houston, these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport have you covered for the night:
