Travelling from Phoenix to Houston: what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Houston departing from either of these.
When it comes to landing in Houston, Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) is a major hub. Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) is another.
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Phoenix to Houston flight.
The timezone in Houston is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Phoenix.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 57 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Phoenix to Houston is with United Airlines at 23:59. Go for the first PHX to IAH departure with Frontier Airlines at 05:15 to make the most of your arrival in Houston.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Phoenix to Houston flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Houston
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap Phoenix to Houston flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Phoenix to Houston is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Flying from Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
You can book a direct flight from Phoenix to Houston departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX). Begin your trip at PHX and then hit the runway at Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
Choose from a range of carriers offering direct Phoenix to Houston plane tickets with departures from PHX, including:
PHX is around 6 kilometers from central Phoenix. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Phoenix to Houston? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport:
80% of flights leaving Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from PHX.
PHX's address is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Arriving in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) is approximately 26 kilometers from the centre of Houston. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near IAH if you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix to Houston. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and find adventure across Houston and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from Phoenix to Houston has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is approximately 16 kilometers from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 50 minutes or so.
After your flight from Phoenix to Houston, kick back at a hotel near HOU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or taxi lines. Grab a Houston Hobby Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at HOU will help you stay within budget.
Houston Hobby Airport is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Phoenix to Houston. July is the most popular month for a trip to Houston. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in September.
Lock in a Phoenix to Houston ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Houston to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Phoenix to Houston in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Houston
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Houston, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Houston:
Audrey Jones Beck Building at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and Houston Museum of Natural Science are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Houston travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Menil Collection.
Explore more of the United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Houston. Around 306 kilometers to the west, top sights here include San Antonio River Walk, Selena Quintanilla Mural and Historic Market Square.
If you're eager to discover another corner of the United States, head for Dallas, about 370 kilometers north of Houston. Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.
