Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Around 10 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
The timezone in Houston is UTC-5, which is five hours behind London.
Each week, there are 39 London Heathrow Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flights. If you'd like to get going early, take the 09:20 British Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 15:05 with British Airways.
Your LHR to IAH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
British Airways has direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Houston — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
Most passengers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering LHR to IAH flights is British Airways. Its services land as planned 70.3% of the time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LHR and IAH:
Pearson International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight is 281 €. A round-trip fare right now is 596 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from LHR to IAH, reserve your journey six months before your departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Landing cheap flights from LHR to IAH is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near LHR. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Houston and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
From George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Houston. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LHR to IAH sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Houston has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Dallas is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without experiencing Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
