Flying from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is six hours ahead of Houston, where Houston Hobby Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your HOU to London flight.
Flying over a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from HOU to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Houston, HOU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near HOU? If you're boarding an early flight from Houston Hobby Airport to London, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights departing from Houston Hobby Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to London
The best price we've found for a one-way Houston Hobby Airport to London flight is RM1,273. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,298. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from HOU to London if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your Houston Hobby Airport to London ticket.
You don't need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from HOU to London.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 24 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near LHR if you're coming in on a late flight from Houston Hobby Airport to London. Check in to one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your flight from HOU to London can help you lock in the best possible rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Once your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to London has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 48 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to LGW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your HOU to London flight:
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is around 56 kilometres from central London. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the city centre by car once you've stepped off your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to London.
Public transport can get you there in about 45 minutes.
Choose a hotel near STN and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late HOU to London flight or just want an easier arrival, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Get a payoff by planning ahead. Book your vehicle from STN four weeks before your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to London for the best rates.
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Houston Hobby Airport to London. To avoid the crowds, visit London in January.
Before locking in your Houston Hobby Airport to London plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from HOU to London around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to London, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are essential stops on your London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of London. Around 257 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres northwest of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
