Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Houston: what you need to know
Houston is 16 hours behind Melbourne, where Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is located. Houston observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your MEL to Houston flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from MEL to Houston. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
MEL is around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to MEL? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Houston, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Houston
RM2,386 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Houston flight. A return plane ticket right now is RM4,248. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MEL to Houston. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Houston ticket.
You don't need to keep checking in to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from MEL to Houston.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Houston.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Houston. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Get your adventure underway 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.
Reserving your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks before your flight from MEL to Houston can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Houston. Once you've disembarked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near HOU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your MEL to Houston flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and set off in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
William P. Hobby Airport is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Before scheduling your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Houston, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Houston offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Houston plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from MEL to Houston around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Houston, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Houston, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to tick off its popular sights. From The San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Dallas is another standout destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without seeing Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
