Flying from London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): What you need to know
London has plenty of airports to take off from. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Jump on a direct London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 10 hours 30 minutes.
Houston is five hours behind London. George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), with 26 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from LHR to IAH is the 9:20am British Airways option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 3:10pm with British Airways.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to IAH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Fly without interruptions from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Direct flights from London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) operate from here.
When departing from LHR, you can take a direct flight from London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport with United Airlines.
United Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from LHR to IAH.
The most punctual carrier on this route is British Airways. Its services arrive as scheduled 70.3% of the time.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from London to IAH with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between LHR and IAH include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, browse these options when heading out from London Gatwick Airport:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your London to IAH flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Whether just for an hour or two or a handful of days, a stopover can make your whole trip feel a little easier. When jetting out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a plane ticket from London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) stopping at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
The journey time to STN from central London is around 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Stansted Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
Flights that leave from STN arrive at their destination within the scheduled time frame 64.73% of the time.
About George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
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Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Houston. How long it takes to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
205 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. A return flight starts at 350 €. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from London to IAH. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding when to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Houston. July is when most people book flights from London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a London to IAH plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Houston to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January has temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
After booking your flight from London to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Houston when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building followed by The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Holocaust Museum Houston.
Explore more of the United States
Austin is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Houston. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown.
Corpus Christi is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres south-west of Houston. No journey is complete without experiencing Texas State Aquarium, Bayfront Park and Corpus Christi Cathedral.
