Travelling from Atlanta to Houston: what you need to know
Start your adventure at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), the main airport in Atlanta. Explore flights from Atlanta to Houston that leave from this terminal.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the primary entry points to Houston.
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Atlanta to Houston flight.
Houston is one hour behind Atlanta and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
With 94 weekly flights between the two airports, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Atlanta to Houston with Frontier Airlines at 06:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from ATL to IAH is with Delta Air Lines at 22:56.
To ensure you make it on your Atlanta to Houston flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Houston
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Houston is 23 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 47 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Book two months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Atlanta to Houston flights.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Atlanta to Houston is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
You can find a direct flight from Atlanta to Houston leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Board your plane at ATL and then land at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
These are some of the popular carriers offering direct Atlanta to Houston plane tickets with departures from ATL:
Located around 13 kms (8 miles) from central Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Atlanta to Houston? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport:
76.64% of flights that leave from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Arriving in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is approximately 21 kms (13 miles). It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Book a hotel close to IAH if you have a late flight from Atlanta to Houston. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and experience more of Houston and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Central Houston is about 16 kms (10 miles) from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Once your flight from Atlanta to Houston has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near HOU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Atlanta to Houston:
Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make picking up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
William P. Hobby Airport can be found at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
July is the busiest month for flights from Atlanta to Houston. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Houston in February.
Book an Atlanta to Houston ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Houston to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap flights from Atlanta to Houston around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Houston, explore our range of hotels including:
The Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building are a couple of major attractions to add to your Houston must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Hermann Park.
Explore more of United States
Houston has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 190 miles west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Around 230 miles north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.