Flying from Houston to Paris: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Houston. Check out your options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when planning your flight from Houston to Paris.
When it comes to arriving in Paris, get off the plane at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY). Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is another gateway to this city.
Jump on a direct Houston to Paris flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Paris is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Houston.
The busiest route for flights from Houston to Paris is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). You can choose from seven weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAH to CDG is the 15:50 Air France option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 17:15 with Air France.
To ensure you don't miss your Houston to Paris flight, leave plenty of 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 to follow.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Paris
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Depart from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on a nonstop flight from Houston to Paris. From IAH, you can land directly at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Look out for deals with Air France. This carrier offers direct Houston to Paris plane tickets out of IAH.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing Houston to Paris flights leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Houston to Paris? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, 78.42% of flights complete their journey on time.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Houston to Paris flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between William P. Hobby Airport and Paris:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
HOU is around 16 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to Paris:
William P. Hobby Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 81% of flights out of here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is approximately 23 kilometers from the centre of Paris. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near CDG if you're coming in on a late flight from Houston to Paris. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's main sights.
Booking your ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
After your flight from Houston to Paris has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is approximately 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 55 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near ORY. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Houston to Paris:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Paris Orly Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare offers from Alamo, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from ORY one week in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Paris Orly Airport can be found at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Hop off your flight from Houston to Paris and travel to your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Paris is around 72 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach driving.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes around 2 hours 20 minutes.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, choose a hotel near BVA. Check in to one of these options after your Houston to Paris flight:
Whether you're after a zippy mini for a solo getaway or a roomy SUV to fit everyone and their gear, you'll find the right Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car for you. Check out wheels available from names such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
Plan ahead and reap the rewards. Book your vehicle from BVA three weeks before your flight from Houston to Paris for the most affordable rates.
Beauvais-Tille Airport is located at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Paris. June is the most popular month for a trip to Paris. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in a Houston to Paris ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Paris to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Houston to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Paris, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are major attractions which should be on any good Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many cities in France waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Paris. Around 386 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
If there's time to check out another major stop in France, head for Nantes, about 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are the start of reasons to visit.