Travelling from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport.
Houston's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Houston one hour behind Charlotte.
To ensure you catch your CLT to HOU flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Houston (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport.
Southwest Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Among carriers operating CLT to HOU flights, Southwest Airlines has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CLT and HOU:
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Memphis International Airport
Jackson-Evers International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Right now, RM331 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM704. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CLT to HOU.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CLT to HOU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of all flights departing from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Charlotte Douglas International Airport from central Charlotte, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 4 hours 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CLT? If you're boarding an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
If you're landing on a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near HOU:
Grab a William P. Hobby Airport rental car and explore Houston and beyond with your own set of wheels. Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from William P. Hobby Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to central Houston
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport to the centre of Houston has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
The quietest month for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Houston based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to William P. Hobby Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CLT to HOU around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Houston, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to tick off its popular sights. From The San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, head for Dallas, roughly 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.