Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Houston's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Houston seven hours behind Cape Town.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your CPT to IAH flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cape Town International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CPT and IAH:
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
565 € is the lowest price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. A return flight starts from 878 €. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from CPT to IAH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Cape Town International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from CPT to IAH.
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Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
81.65% of flights leaving Cape Town International Airport land at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from CPT.
To get to Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near CPT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cape Town International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt to explore Houston and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport to the centre of Houston has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Houston. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your flights from Cape Town International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CPT to IAH in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
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