Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Houston: what you need to know
Around 14 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Auckland Airport to Houston.
Houston is 18 hours behind Auckland, where Auckland Airport is located. Houston follows the UTC-5 timezone.
The busiest route is from Auckland Airport (AKL) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You can choose from five services every week between these two airports. Air New Zealand offers a 19:40 departure between AKL and IAH.
To avoid missing your AKL to Houston flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Start your trip at AKL and fly straight to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Auckland Airport to Houston tickets.
Take to the skies with Air New Zealand. This leading carrier offers direct flights from Auckland Airport to Houston.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from AKL to Houston with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Travelling from central Auckland to AKL takes about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near AKL? If you're catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Houston, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights departing from Auckland Airport, 69.31% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Houston
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Auckland Airport to Houston flight is P24,483. The cheapest price for a return flight is P53,022. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before you travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from AKL to Houston.
November is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on Auckland Airport to Houston tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's an even better deal on cheap flights from AKL to Houston.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Auckland Airport to Houston by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Auckland Airport to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near IAH:
Pick up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and explore Houston and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from AKL to Houston.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from Auckland Airport to Houston has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Following your AKL to Houston flight, unwind at a hotel close to HOU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a William P. Hobby Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HOU can get you a lower rate.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Before securing your flights from Auckland Airport to Houston, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Houston offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your Auckland Airport to Houston plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AKL to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Auckland Airport to Houston, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are must-visits when exploring Houston.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
If you're looking to explore another side of United States, head for Dallas, roughly 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.