Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Houston's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Houston seven hours behind Johannesburg.
To ensure you get on your JNB to IAH flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from O.R. Tambo International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between JNB and IAH:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Right now, 585 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 906 €. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JNB to IAH if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Of the departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport is around 29 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near JNB. Whether you're taking an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an O.R. Tambo International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and find adventure across Houston and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Houston. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Houston. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport for August if you want to go to Houston during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JNB to IAH in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Houston is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Dallas is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without visiting Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
