Flying from Rome to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Rome. Check out your options leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) or Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) when reserving your flight from Rome to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 6 hours behind Rome.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Rome to IAH. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from Rome to IAH leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The distance from central Rome to FCO is around 32 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Catching an early flight from Rome to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport:
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
Split up your flight from Rome to George Bush Intercontinental Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport and IAH are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
CIA is about 18 kilometres from central Rome. It'll take 42 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport the day before your flight from Rome to IAH:
About George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rome to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
From George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Rome to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is 226 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 489 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Rome to IAH, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Use the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Rome to George Bush Intercontinental Airport across the month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can easily find a flight your budget will love.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Rome to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Rome to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Rome to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Houston in February when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from Rome to IAH, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from Rome to George Bush Intercontinental Airport sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Rome to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are top sights which should be on every Houston itinerary.
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