Flying from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Houston: what you need to know
Birmingham Airport is located in Birmingham. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Houston is six hours behind Birmingham.
To avoid missing your BHX to Houston flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during high season in general.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even explore another city. When searching for plane tickets from BHX to Houston, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
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BHX is about 11 kilometres from central Birmingham. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Houston? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near BHX:
72% of flights that depart Birmingham Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Houston
343 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Houston flight. A return plane ticket right now is 555 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BHX to Houston if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Birmingham Airport to Houston ticket.
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Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 40 kilometres from central Houston. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Birmingham Airport to Houston. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from BHX to Houston.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Central Houston is around 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). After your flight from Birmingham Airport to Houston has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 50 minutes.
After stepping off your BHX to Houston flight, rest your head at a hotel close to HOU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
You'll find Houston Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Birmingham Airport to Houston. July is the most popular month to visit Houston. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
Lock in a Birmingham Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from BHX to Houston around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Once you've booked your flight from Birmingham Airport to Houston, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Menil Collection are top sights which should feature on every Houston itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Antonio is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
If you want to check out another major stop in the United States, consider Dallas, about 370 kilometres north of Houston. Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.