Travelling from Houston to Long Beach Airport (LGB): what you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the departure points for your flight from Houston to Long Beach Airport (LGB). Explore the options for departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.
Long Beach is 2 hours behind Houston. Long Beach Airport is located in Long Beach, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Houston to LGB, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from central Houston to IAH is approximately 27 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
After a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Houston to Long Beach Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Houston to Long Beach Airport (LGB)? Browse the fares jetting out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
HOU is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. It takes 22 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to LGB:
About Long Beach Airport (LGB)
Consider booking a hotel near LGB if you're taking a late flight from Houston to Long Beach Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to central Long Beach
Long Beach Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Long Beach. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 14 minutes.
It takes roughly 46 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
For a one-way ticket from Houston to Long Beach Airport, P7,230 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight starting from P14,840. These are the lowest fares right now and may differ depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Houston to LGB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Houston to Long Beach Airport.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Houston to Long Beach Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Long Beach. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Schedule your flight from Houston to LGB for August if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Long Beach to range from 16ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap flights from Houston to Long Beach Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Long Beach
Start your Long Beach trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Houston to Long Beach Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Queen Mary, The Queen Mary and The Colonnade (Naples Island) are top attractions which should feature on any good Long Beach itinerary.
Complete your Long Beach trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Long Beach and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Houston to Long Beach Airport.