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Flight deals from Sydney Airport to Houston

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney Airport to Houston? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM4,415. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Houston.RM2,219 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,219, select.
Houston.RM2,388 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Sydney on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,388, select.
Houston.RM2,703 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Sydney on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,703, select.
Houston.RM2,839 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Sydney on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,839, select.
Houston.RM3,251 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Sydney on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,251, select.
Houston.RM3,387 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Sydney on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,387, select.
Houston.RM3,437 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun.One-way flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Sydney on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,437, select.
Houston.RM3,715 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Sydney on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,715, select.
Houston.RM4,170 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Sydney on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,170, select.
Houston.RM4,171 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Sydney on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,171, select.
Houston.RM4,264 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Sydney on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,264, select.
Houston.RM5,792 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Sydney on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From RM5,792, select.
Houston.RM6,904 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Sydney on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From RM6,904, select.
Houston.RM7,604 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Sydney on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Houston Hobby.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM7,604, select.
Houston.RM13,537 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Jan.One-way flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Sydney on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Houston George Bush Intercntl..Price includes taxes and charges.From RM13,537, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Houston

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Houston flights are currently cheapest in July.
Apr
from RM2,388
May
from RM2,839
Jun
from RM3,437
Jul
from RM2,219
Aug
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Sep
from RM3,387
Oct
from RM2,703
Nov
from RM3,251
Dec
from RM3,715
Jan
from RM7,604
Feb
from RM4,264
Mar
from RM5,792

Direct flights from Sydney to Houston

Alternative Sydney to Houston routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Sydney to Houston? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Houston Hobby

16km from central Houston
Closest
from RM4,193
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Houston George Bush Intercntl.

25km from central Houston
Cheapest
from RM2,219
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Houston Ellington Field

28km from central Houston
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Galveston

74km from central Houston
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Sydney to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM2,219
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time15 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineLufthansa
Average flights per week21

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Houston: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Houston: Houston Hobby, Houston George Bush Intercntl., Houston Ellington Field, and Galveston.
The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Houston is RM4,090. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
15 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Sydney to Houston.
Lufthansa, Virgin Australia and United fly direct from Sydney to Houston.
As of April 2026, there are 21 flights per week flying from Sydney to Houston.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Houston is usually May.
If you're flying from Sydney Airport, the cheapest airport near Houston is Houston George Bush Intercntl. – which is 25.0 km away from the centre of Houston. We've found flights into this airport from RM4,090.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Houston on Wednesday, 13 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Houston but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Houston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. August is typically the warmest month in Houston, when it usually averages around 34°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Fiji Airways and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Houston.

Flying from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Houston: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Houston and you'll be in the air for an average of 17 hours 35 minutes.

  • Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is located in Sydney. Following the UTC-6 timezone, Houston is 17 hours behind Sydney.

  • The most popular route is from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Take your pick of three weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SYD to IAH is the 11:50 United Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 11:50 with United Airlines.

  • To avoid rushing for your SYD to Houston flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • You can book a direct Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Houston ticket. Begin your trip at SYD and arrive at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).

  • Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from United Airlines. This carrier has direct flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Houston.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from SYD to Houston. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:

    • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Auckland Airport (AKL)

  • SYD is around 8 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 15 minutes.

  • Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near SYD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Houston or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, 66% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) to Houston

  • RM2,219 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Houston flight. A round-trip ticket right now is RM4,090. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SYD to Houston. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Houston ticket.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SYD to Houston by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Houston.

Airports in Houston

Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • After your flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Houston has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.

  • There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near HOU. Unwind and get cosy after your SYD to Houston flight at any of these well-located options:

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HOU can get you a lower rate.

  • You can find Houston Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Best time to go to Houston

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Houston. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Houston in January.

  • Lock in a Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Houston

Explore more of the United States

  • Houston has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.

  • Dallas is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without experiencing Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.

Plan the rest of your trip from Sydney to Houston

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.