Travelling from Minneapolis to Houston: what you need to know
Many great adventures take off from Minneapolis's main airport, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Check out your options for booking a flight from Minneapolis to Houston leaving from this terminal.
When it comes to landing in Houston, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is a major gateway. William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is another.
Hop on a direct Minneapolis to Houston flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
Minneapolis and Houston are in the same timezone, UTC-5.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 45 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Minneapolis to Houston is with Delta Air Lines at 20:00. Choose the first MSP to IAH departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 07:00 to make the most of your arrival in Houston.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Minneapolis to Houston flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Houston
Currently, 59 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Houston. The cheapest price for a return flight is 92 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap Minneapolis to Houston flights by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for finding the biggest deals.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Minneapolis to Houston is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Depart from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and fly straight through to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). If you're looking for a direct flight from Minneapolis to Houston out of MSP, that's where your journey can take you.
Leading airlines that offer direct Minneapolis to Houston plane tickets departing from MSP include:
MSP is around 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Minneapolis to Houston, these stays will have you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, 77.37% land on time at their destination.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to IAH if you have a late flight from Minneapolis to Houston. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and explore Houston and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your Minneapolis to Houston flight.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
As soon as your flight from Minneapolis to Houston has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 16 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Minneapolis to Houston, settle in at a hotel close to HOU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
You'll find William P. Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
February is the quietest month for flights from Minneapolis to Houston, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Houston based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your Minneapolis to Houston ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Houston in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Houston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Houston right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Houston:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are top sights which should be on any good Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Houston, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to tick off its top attractions. From The San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
