Flying from Houston to Douala Airport (DLA): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Houston. Check out your options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when reserving your flight from Houston to Douala Airport (DLA).
Douala is six hours ahead of Houston. Douala Airport is located in Douala, which operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Houston to DLA. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to visit a new city or just take a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from Houston to DLA, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is an option when leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
IAH is around 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston to Douala Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
Of the flights that depart from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% touch down on time at their destination.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to DLA flight:
The majority of flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport touch down at their destination right on cue. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Douala Airport (DLA)
If you have a late flight from Houston to Douala Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near DLA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Douala Airport (DLA)
Currently, 787 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Douala Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 1.060 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Houston to DLA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Cheap Houston to Douala Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Douala Airport (DLA)
August is when most people book flights from Houston to Douala Airport (DLA). Visit Douala in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Houston to DLA plane ticket departing in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Douala to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to Douala Airport in July when temperatures are between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Douala
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Douala right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Houston to Douala Airport:
Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul and ILE DE MANOKA are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Douala must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mosquée de Douala.
Explore more of Cameroon
You've seen Douala, now it's time to discover other corners of Cameroon. Journey about 193 kilometres east to Yaounde to check off its leading sights. From Cité de la Paix to Mvog-Betsi Zoo and Mont MESSEBE, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Bamenda is another sought-after destination in Cameroon and is around 225 kilometres north of Douala. No trip is complete without seeing St Joseph's Metropolitan Cathedral, St John the Baptist Church and Njimafor Catholic Church.
