Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is 13 hours 20 minutes.
Houston's timezone is UTC-5, making Houston eight hours behind Istanbul.
Flights from IST to IAH start from 07:45 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 14:50 with Turkish Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 14 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to IAH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Getting to Houston (and then seeing more of United States!) is a snap with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Turkish Airlines.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between IST and IAH:
O'Hare International Airport
Manchester Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
At the moment, RM1,610 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM2,060. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IST to IAH.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from IST to IAH is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near IST. Whether you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you're arriving on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near IAH:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Houston and beyond.
Booking your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport to central Houston has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Houston. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport for August if you want to explore Houston during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IST to IAH around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United States
Houston is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
