Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Houston: what you need to know
Approximately 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Houston.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Houston is one hour behind New York.
Leave plenty of time to make your JFK to Houston flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Start your journey at JFK and travel straight to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). That's where you can expect to land when searching for John F. Kennedy International Airport to Houston tickets.
Be on the lookout for deals with JetBlue Airways. This airline has direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Houston.
The journey from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near JFK. Whether you have an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Houston or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Of the departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Houston
45 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Houston flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 91 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Houston. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Pick up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and explore Houston and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from JFK to Houston can help you lock in the best possible rate.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Central Houston is around 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Once your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Houston has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
After stepping off your JFK to Houston flight, settle in at a hotel near HOU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and be off and running.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HOU can help you lock in a better rate.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Before you book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Houston, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Houston offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before booking a John F. Kennedy International Airport to Houston plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from JFK to Houston around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Once you've booked your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Houston, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Houston:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Houston.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.