Travelling from Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS): What you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) jetting off from either of these.
2 hours 25 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport flight.
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport is located in Colorado Springs. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is one hour behind Houston.
With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 9:37am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from IAH to COS is with United Airlines at 8:15pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Houston to COS.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can hop on a direct flight from Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
You can lock in a direct flight from Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport with United Airlines. This well-known airline operates departures from IAH.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between IAH and COS is United Airlines.
With a reliable 81.52% of services landing on schedule, United Airlines leads the way in punctuality on this route.
IAH is about 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
78.42% of flights that depart George Bush Intercontinental Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Consider starting your journey from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). You can book a direct Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) plane ticket with departures from this hub.
Board your direct flight from Houston to COS with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the main carriers that operates this route out of HOU.
Southwest Airlines is the top choice for travellers flying from HOU to COS.
If you're looking for a carrier that's reliably punctual, go with Southwest Airlines. It boasts an on-time performance of 85.71% for flights between William P. Hobby Airport and Colorado Springs Municipal Airport.
You can arrive at HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to COS flight:
Flights from William P. Hobby Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 81.06% of them arriving as expected.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near COS instead:
Grab a Colorado Springs Municipal Airport rental car and discover Colorado Springs and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
The address for COS is 7770 Milton E. Proby Parkway.
Getting from Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) to central Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Colorado Springs. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS)
95 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. A return flight starts from 209 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Houston to COS if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS). July is the busiest month to travel to Colorado Springs. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Colorado Springs is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Houston to COS plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport in January when temperatures are between -10ºC (14ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Colorado Springs
After booking your flight from Houston to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Colorado Springs:
Your visit to Colorado Springs isn't complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions that are worth your time include Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak Region Attractions and Red Rock Canyon.
Explore more of the United States
Denver is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Colorado Springs. Around 105 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Denver Art Museum, Meow Wolf Denver | Convergence Station and Ballpark.
If you're eager to discover another corner of the United States, consider Fort Collins, roughly 209 kilometres north of Colorado Springs. Arapaho National Forest, Odell Brewing Company and Windtracker Balloon Adventures are among its highlights.
