Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
The timezone in Houston is UTC-5, which is eight hours behind Kuwait.
Give yourself enough time to make your KWI to IAH flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KWI and IAH:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight is 406 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 652 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from KWI to IAH, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Kuwait International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KWI to IAH.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kuwait International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Kuwait International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.62% of flights that depart KWI arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Kuwait International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Kuwait. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near KWI. Whether you have an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kuwait International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Travel at your own pace with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and see more of Houston and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
From George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuwait International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Houston based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Kuwait International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport for August if you want to explore Houston during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KWI to IAH sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Houston has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in United States, head for Dallas, about 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.
