Flying from Houston to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO): what you need to know
Houston has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO) departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
The timezone in Freeport is UTC-4, which is 1 hour ahead of Houston. Grand Bahama International Airport is located in Freeport.
To ensure you catch your flight from Houston to FPO, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
July is a busy time to fly out. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Houston to FPO. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
IAH is about 27 kilometres from central Houston. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Houston to Grand Bahama International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Houston to Grand Bahama International Airport, here's where you can stop when heading out from William P. Hobby Airport:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 1 hour and 42 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 22 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Houston to FPO? Relax in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your adventure officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Grand Bahama International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FPO instead:
Getting from Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO) to central Freeport
Grand Bahama International Airport to the centre of Freeport is about 9 minutes in a car. It's approximately 8 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
For a one-way ticket from Houston to Grand Bahama International Airport, 172 € is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from 449 €. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Houston to FPO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Houston to Grand Bahama International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and score a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Grand Bahama International Airport (FPO)
February is the quietest time to fly to Freeport. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Grand Bahama International Airport.
Book your flight from Houston to FPO for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Freeport to range from 26ºC to 30ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 18ºC and 23ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Houston to Grand Bahama International Airport.
More about Freeport
Start your Freeport trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Houston to Grand Bahama International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Bahamian Brewery and Garden of the Groves are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Freeport itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Xanadu Beach.
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