Travelling from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 5 hours ahead of Houston, where William P. Hobby Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from HOU to London.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as summer and spring break will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing flights from HOU to London, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You don't need a visa for United Kingdom if you have a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap tickets from William P. Hobby Airport to London, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
The journey from central Houston to HOU takes approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 22 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from William P. Hobby Airport to London? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to HOU:
How to find the cheapest flights from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to London
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from William P. Hobby Airport to London is Rs115,658. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs189,116. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HOU to London if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from William P. Hobby Airport to London across each month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from William P. Hobby Airport to London. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from William P. Hobby Airport to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to London has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is approximately 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 26 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near LGW. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from HOU to London at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to London
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to London. July is the most popular month to travel to London. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before booking a flight from William P. Hobby Airport to London, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap flights from HOU to London around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from William P. Hobby Airport to London, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are major attractions which should be on every London itinerary.
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