Flying from Houston to La Union Airport (POP): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Houston. Explore your options leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when booking your flight from Houston to La Union Airport (POP).
La Union Airport is located in Puerto Plata. The city operates in the UTC-4 timezone and is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Houston to POP.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Houston to POP. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
The distance from central Houston to IAH is roughly 27 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Houston to La Union Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Break up your flight from Houston to La Union Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between William P. Hobby Airport and POP are:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
HOU is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take you 22 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Houston to POP, unwind in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
About La Union Airport (POP)
If you have a late flight from Houston to La Union Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near POP:
Getting from La Union Airport (POP) to central Puerto Plata
La Union Airport to central Puerto Plata takes around 28 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to La Union Airport (POP)
For a one-way ticket from Houston to La Union Airport, ₹ 30,845 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from ₹ 44,904. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary based on availability.
We suggest booking as soon as possible to get flight tickets from Houston to POP. You're more likely to land a great deal and enjoy a wider choice of departure times and travel dates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Houston to La Union Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Houston to La Union Airport (POP)
March is the busiest month to catch a flight from Houston to La Union Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Puerto Plata, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before locking in your flight from Houston to POP, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Puerto Plata, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Houston to La Union Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 27ºC on average.
More about Puerto Plata
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Puerto Plata right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Houston to La Union Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Fortaleza San Felipe, Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car and Mount Isabel de Torres are popular attractions which should be on every Puerto Plata itinerary.
Complete your Puerto Plata trip with a car rental
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