Flying from Fort Lauderdale to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU): What you need to know
Get your trip started at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), the main airport in Fort Lauderdale. Search for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) that depart from this base.
The average duration of a direct Fort Lauderdale to Houston Hobby Airport flight is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Houston Hobby Airport is located in Houston. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Fort Lauderdale.
The busiest route is from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), with 11 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from FLL to HOU is the 5am Southwest Airlines service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the last departure is at 8:05pm with Southwest Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Fort Lauderdale to HOU.
Flying during a peak month like March? Popular seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can hop on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) out of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
You can lock in a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston Hobby Airport with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier operates departures from FLL.
Southwest Airlines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from FLL to HOU.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 77.59% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Fort Lauderdale, FLL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
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75% of flights that leave from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport make it to their destination on time.
FLL is located at 320 Terminal Drive.
About Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
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Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Fort Lauderdale to Houston Hobby Airport flight.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to central Houston
Central Houston is around 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
RM340 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to Houston Hobby Airport. A return flight starts from RM680. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to HOU. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Fort Lauderdale to Houston Hobby Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). Visit Houston in December for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Fort Lauderdale to HOU plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Houston to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to Houston Hobby Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Houston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Houston right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Fort Lauderdale to Houston Hobby Airport:
Your trip to Houston isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions that are worth your time include The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection.
Explore more of the United States
Houston has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to Austin will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Texas State Capitol, Austin Museum of Art, Downtown and 360 Bridge.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in the United States, consider Corpus Christi, about 290 kilometres southwest of Houston. USS LEXINGTON, Texas State Aquarium and Bayfront Park are highlights.
