Travelling from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the most convenient place to catch your flight from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM). Explore the options for leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.
The average length of a direct Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Birmingham's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Houston. Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is located in Birmingham.
The busiest route is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM), with 34 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from IAH to BHM is the 7:20am United Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 7:57pm with United Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Houston to BHM, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can find a direct flight from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Book your direct flight from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport with United Airlines. This top airline operates services from IAH.
Most travellers prefer to fly with United Airlines between IAH and BHM.
With a reliable 86.14% of services arriving on schedule, United Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
78.42% of flights that take off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport reach their destination on schedule.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Consider flying out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). You can book a direct Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) flight ticket from this hub.
From HOU, direct flights from Houston to BHM can be booked with Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines ranks number one in bookings on the HOU to BHM route.
Need a carrier known for punctuality? Go with Southwest Airlines. 91.3% of its flights between William P. Hobby Airport and Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport touch down on schedule.
You can get to HOU from the centre of Houston in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to BHM flight:
Most flights that depart William P. Hobby Airport reach their destination as expected. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
If you have a late flight from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near BHM:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Avis or Hertz and explore beyond Birmingham's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport flight.
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport is ₹ 5,012. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 10,045. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book three months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Houston to BHM.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
July is when most people book flights from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM). Plan your visit to Birmingham in March if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a Houston to BHM flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Birmingham to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Birmingham
Start your Birmingham trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Houston to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. 16th Street Baptist Church, Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Civil Rights District are leading attractions which should feature on every Birmingham itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Nashville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Birmingham. Around 290 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum.
Around 225 kilometres east of Birmingham, Atlanta is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.
