Flying from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Houston's main airports, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) leaving from either of these.
The average duration of a direct Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Houston and Birmingham (where Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located) share the UTC-6 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
With 33 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:20am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before taking off, the last departure from IAH to BHM is with United Airlines at 7:57pm.
Your flight from Houston to BHM won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more people on the move during peak months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas and local events or festivals.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can find a direct flight from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) out of Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
When jetting out of IAH, you can take a direct flight from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport with United Airlines.
Most passengers prefer to fly with United between IAH and BHM.
United is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 83.03% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
IAH is about 40 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
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79% of flights departing from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Prefer to leave from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)? Direct Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
You can board a direct flight from Houston to BHM with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the main carriers operating this route out of HOU.
On the HOU to BHM route, Southwest Airlines is the preferred choice for many passengers.
If you want a carrier known for punctuality, go with Southwest Airlines. It boasts an on-time performance of 86.86% for flights between Houston Hobby Airport and Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport.
HOU is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
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Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance of 79%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that depart from this airport land on time.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
Reserve a hotel close to BHM if you're catching a late flight from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. Choose one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks in advance of your Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight.
The address for BHM is 5900 Airport Highway.
Getting from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to central Birmingham
Central Birmingham is about 6 kilometres from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do some research before you go.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
109 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport. A return flight starts from 181 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Book three months before you want to fly. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Houston to BHM.
August is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
July is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM). Plan your visit to Birmingham in December for a more laid-back experience.
Lock in a Houston to BHM plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Birmingham to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Birmingham
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Birmingham right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. 16th Street Baptist Church, Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Birmingham Civil Rights Institute are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Birmingham itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Birmingham, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 290 kilometres north to Nashville to check off its leading attractions. From Grand Ole Opry to Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in the United States, head for Atlanta, about 225 kilometres east of Birmingham. Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre are among its highlights.