Travelling from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Houston: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Houston.
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located in Guadalajara. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Houston is one hour ahead of Guadalajara.
The busiest route is from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Take your pick of 31 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from GDL to IAH is the 05:00 United Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 15:22 with United Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your GDL to Houston flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Houston tickets are available for booking. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is where you'll arrive.
You can choose from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Houston, including:
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from GDL to Houston, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
The journey from central Guadalajara to GDL takes around 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near GDL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Houston or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the departures from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, 71.31% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to Houston
RM599 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Houston flight. Return flight tickets start from RM859. These prices may change based on demand.
To score cheap flights from GDL to Houston, reserve your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near IAH if you're coming in on a late flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Houston. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and explore Houston and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from GDL to Houston.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Houston has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
The journey will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to HOU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your GDL to Houston flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a William P. Hobby Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at HOU will help you save.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Houston. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Houston in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Houston flight ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from GDL to Houston around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Houston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Houston right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to Houston:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Houston.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Dallas is another standout destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No trip is complete without seeing Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
