Travelling from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Organising your flight from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your holiday. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main departure points in Toronto.
Jump on a direct flight from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport and you'll be travelling for around 3 hours 42 minutes.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 1 hour behind Toronto.
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the most popular route. There are 40 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with Air Canada at 19:05. Choose the first YYZ to IAH departure with United at 06:10 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from Toronto to IAH, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Pearson International Airport (YYZ). Direct flights from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) operate from here.
When departing from YYZ, you can take a direct flight from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport with Air Canada.
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 49 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Pearson International Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) operates direct flights from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Catch your direct flight from Toronto to IAH with United. This is one of the main airlines flying this route out of YTZ.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you decide to do, check out these stops between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and IAH:
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 39 minutes. The airport is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Toronto to IAH, unwind in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
About George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you have a late flight from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near IAH:
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport to the centre of Houston takes about 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
For a one-way ticket from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Rs36,325 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from Rs52,876. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
Book 8 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Toronto to IAH.
To snag the best price on your tickets from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, book your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible on when you travel? Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
February is the quietest time to travel to Houston. Alternatively, follow the crowds and go in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
Book your flight from Toronto to IAH for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Houston to range from 24ºC to 40ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
One of the best ways to experience Houston is to check out its most popular attractions. Some highlights include The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
Complete your Houston trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Toronto to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, next up is choosing one of our car rentals in Houston. Explore the offers and easily compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.
