Flying from London to Houston: what you need to know
London has plenty of airports to start your trip from. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Houston. Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are Houston's major gateways.
The average time for a direct London to Houston flight is 10 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Houston is UTC-5, which is five hours behind London.
With 26 flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from London to Houston with British Airways at 09:20. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from LHR to IAH is with British Airways at 15:05.
Leave plenty of time to catch your London to Houston flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Houston
To snag cheap London to Houston flights, book your trip two months before your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from London to Houston is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Set out from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on a nonstop flight from London to Houston. From LHR, you can fly directly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
United Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct London to Houston plane tickets from LHR.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your London to Houston flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you've booked an early flight from London to Houston, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.18% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your London to Houston flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever your plans, here's where you can stop between London Gatwick Airport and Houston:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
You can reach LGW from central London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from London to Houston? Relax in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
When reserving your ticket from London to Houston out of Stansted Airport (STN), you have stopover options to choose from. Make a pit stop at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), one of the most popular transit hubs on this route.
STN is roughly 48 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Stansted Airport and know you'll get to the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Houston flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive without delays. At STN, that figure is 64.73%.
Arriving in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from London to Houston. Book one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt to explore Houston and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks in advance of your London to Houston flight.
IAH is situated at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from London to Houston has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is approximately 16 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
After your flight from London to Houston, rest your head at a hotel near HOU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a William P. Hobby Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
You'll find William P. Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Houston, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Houston based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a London to Houston ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Houston to range from 24ºC to 40ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from London to Houston around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Houston, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are highlights which should feature on any good Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Houston. Around 306 kilometres to the west, top sights here include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
