Travelling from Houston to Georgetown: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Houston to Georgetown. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the main airports in Houston.
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) and Ogle Airport (OGL) are Georgetown's major entry points.
Around 6 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Houston to Georgetown flight.
Georgetown is one hour ahead of Houston and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Houston to Georgetown is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO). Take your pick of four services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from IAH to GEO is the 16:20 United Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the latest available service is at 16:25 with United Airlines.
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 Houston to Georgetown flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Georgetown
Book three months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Houston to Georgetown flights.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Houston to Georgetown is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you're after a direct flight from Houston to Georgetown, you can depart from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Travel from IAH to Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) in one continuous trip.
Be on the lookout for deals with United Airlines. This airline offers direct Houston to Georgetown plane tickets out of IAH.
We make it simple to find a Houston to Georgetown flight with a stopover. To see all the options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
IAH is about 21 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Houston to Georgetown or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.42% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Give yourself some time to stretch your legs during your Houston to Georgetown flight with a stopover. Miami International Airport (MIA) is one of the options between William P. Hobby Airport and Georgetown.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to Georgetown:
Most flights that depart William P. Hobby Airport arrive at their destination as expected. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 81%.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Georgetown
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO)
Cheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO) is approximately 32 kilometers from the centre of Georgetown. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 55 minutes.
Go where the road takes you with a Cheddi Jagan International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Alamo or National and see more of Georgetown and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Cheddi Jagan International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Ogle Airport (OGL)
After your flight from Houston to Georgetown has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Georgetown is approximately 6 kilometres from Ogle Airport (OGL).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to OGL. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Houston to Georgetown:
Line up the perfect playlist and hit the open road in an Ogle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar and get your trip rolling right away.
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from OGL in advance. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially when the airport is busy.
Best time to go to Georgetown
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Houston to Georgetown. July is the most popular month to travel to Georgetown. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
When booking your Houston to Georgetown tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. September is the warmest month in Georgetown, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Houston to Georgetown in January when temperatures average between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Georgetown
After booking your flight from Houston to Georgetown, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Georgetown:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. St. George's Cathedral, Guyana National Museum and Promenade Gardens are popular attractions which should feature on every Georgetown itinerary.
Explore more of Guyana
Linden is just one of the many cities in Guyana waiting to be explored once you've seen Georgetown. Around 88 kilometres to the south, check out popular attractions including Linden Sky Lake, bounceland amusement park and Blue Lake Linden.
Your travels through Guyana wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in New Amsterdam. Keith And Sons Flower Garden is a highlight in this destination, which is roughly 97 kilometres south-east of Georgetown.