Flying from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Houston's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Houston five hours behind Birmingham.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BHX to IAH flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between BHX and IAH include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight is ₹ 82,335. A return plane ticket is currently ₹ 95,820. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from BHX to IAH, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birmingham International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from BHX to IAH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Birmingham International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
Of all flights leaving Birmingham International Airport, 65.48% land on time at their destination.
To reach Birmingham International Airport from central Birmingham, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BHX. Whether you've booked an early flight from Birmingham International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Reserve a hotel close to IAH if you have a late Birmingham International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Houston's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
The street address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
From George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Birmingham International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Houston. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your flights from Birmingham International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from BHX to IAH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
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