Flying from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Every week, there are 49 George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, go for the 07:20 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 20:05 with United Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IAH to BHM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
United Airlines is your ticket to exploring Birmingham (and perhaps some other exciting corners of United States!). Check out the direct flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is United Airlines.
United Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for IAH to BHM flights, with 86.14% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between IAH and BHM include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas Love Field Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight is RM602. A return plane ticket right now is RM1,207. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from IAH to BHM by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.42% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach George Bush Intercontinental Airport from central Houston, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near IAH? If you're catching an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BHM instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Avis or Hertz and explore beyond Birmingham's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to central Birmingham
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
From Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, Birmingham is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
July is the most popular month for flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Birmingham in March.
When booking your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Birmingham, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IAH to BHM sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've done Birmingham, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel about 354 kilometres north-west to Memphis to check off its leading sights. From Beale Street to National Civil Rights Museum and Sun Studio, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Next? Head for New South Memphis. It's around 338 kilometres north-west of Birmingham and home to highlights like Big River Crossing.