Travelling from Houston to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Houston to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX). George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are Houston's main airports.
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Houston to Del Bajio International Airport flight.
Del Bajio International Airport is located in Silao. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Houston.
With 24 direct flights a week between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX) is the most popular route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 9:30am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from IAH to BJX is with VivaAerobus at 9:45pm.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Houston to BJX. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Houston to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX) operate out of this terminal.
When jetting out of IAH, you can catch a direct flight from Houston to Del Bajio International Airport with United Airlines.
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with United Airlines between IAH and BJX.
Among carriers operating on this route, United Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston to Del Bajio International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
78.42% of flights departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Tick a new place off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Houston to Del Bajio International Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from William P. Hobby Airport:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
You can reach HOU from the centre of Houston in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Houston to BJX flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 81.06% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Del Bajio International Airport (BJX)
Have a late flight from Houston to Del Bajio International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near BJX and be in snooze mode sooner:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Del Bajio International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Silao and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Houston to Del Bajio International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX)
Currently, 70 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Del Bajio International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 190 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX)
July is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Del Bajio International Airport (BJX). Visit Silao in April for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Houston to BJX plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Silao, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Del Bajio International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Silao
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Del Bajio International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Silao:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Santuario de Cristo Rey, Sanctuary of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Parroquia de Santiago Apóstol, Silao de la Victoria, Guanajuato, México are highlights which should be on any good Silao itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've seen Silao, now it's time to explore other parts of Mexico. Travel around 306 kilometres south-east to Mexico City to tick off its leading sights. From Historic Centre (Centro Historico) to Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Ecatepec de Morelos is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 290 kilometres south-east of Silao. No journey is complete without experiencing Frida Kahlo Park, Iztaccihuatl Park and Templo Expiatorio de San Cristóbal.