Flying from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Guayaquil and Houston are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
To ensure you catch your GYE to IAH flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Here are the top stopovers between GYE and IAH:
Tocumen International Airport
Mariscal Sucre International Airport
El Salvador International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight is 138 €. A return plane ticket right now is 244 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from GYE to IAH. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from GYE to IAH by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Handy information about Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport (GYE)
Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from GYE land at their destination as scheduled 89.07% of the time.
To get to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport from central Guayaquil, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near GYE. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you're arriving on a late Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near IAH:
Hit the road running 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.
Booking your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport to the centre of Houston has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Houston in February.
Book your flight from Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport for August if you'd like to go to Houston during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GYE to IAH in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
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