Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Houston's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Houston two hours ahead of Phoenix.
Flights from PHX to IAH start from 00:20 — the first with American Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:34 with American Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 88 weekly Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your PHX to IAH flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Houston holiday, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of United States:
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PHX to IAH flights. A reliable 88.4% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PHX and IAH:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
San Antonio International Airport
Albuquerque International Sunport Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight is 60 €. A return plane ticket is currently 117 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from PHX to IAH by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from PHX to IAH.
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Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
PHX's address is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PHX land at their destination as scheduled 82.57% of the time.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near PHX? If you've booked an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Pick up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and discover Houston and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Houston. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Houston. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour 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).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PHX to IAH in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Houston, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to check off its must-visit sights. From The San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another side of United States, consider Dallas, roughly 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are key highlights.
