Flying from University Park Airport (SCE) to Houston: what you need to know
Houston is one hour behind State College, where University Park Airport is located. Houston observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your SCE to Houston flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
SCE is about 6 kilometres from central State College. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near SCE. Whether you're taking an early flight from University Park Airport to Houston or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
When it comes to University Park Airport's on-time performance, 67.63% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from University Park Airport (SCE) to Houston
RM1,259 is currently the lowest price for a one-way University Park Airport to Houston flight. Return flight tickets start from RM1,137. These fares may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SCE to Houston if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from University Park Airport to Houston. Book one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Houston and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from SCE to Houston.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
The centre of Houston is located around 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). After your flight from University Park Airport to Houston has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near HOU. Settle in and get cosy after your SCE to Houston flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from HOU four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from University Park Airport to Houston. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are often higher and major attractions can get busy. Visit Houston in the low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.
Book an University Park Airport to Houston flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SCE to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from University Park Airport to Houston, explore our range of accommodation options including:
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Houston Museum of Natural Science are a couple of major attractions to put on your Houston travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Hermann Park.
Explore more of United States
You've done Houston, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Journey around 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to check off its leading attractions. From The San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in United States, head for Dallas, about 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are key highlights.
