Travelling from Houston to Belfast: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Houston. Check out your options leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when reserving your flight from Houston to Belfast.
When working out where to arrive in Belfast, Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the chief entry points.
The timezone in Belfast is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Houston.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Houston to Belfast flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add an hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Belfast
To pick up cheap Houston to Belfast flights, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even tour another city. When searching for Houston to Belfast flights leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Houston to Belfast? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
78.42% of flights that take off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport touch down at their destination on time.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is about 10 miles from central Houston. It takes 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 another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these accommodation options near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to Belfast:
Flights from William P. Hobby Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 81.06% of them arriving right on cue.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is approximately 12 miles from central Belfast. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 30 minutes.
It usually takes 2 hours to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Belfast. Book one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:
Pick up a Belfast International Airport rental car and discover Belfast and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Drivalia and Dollar are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Belfast International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
The centre of Belfast is located around 3 miles from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). As soon as your flight from Houston to Belfast has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 10 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to BHD. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Houston to Belfast:
Budget, Sixt and Alamo make collecting a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car simple. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from BHD two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Houston to Belfast. August is the busiest month to travel to Belfast. If you like a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your Houston to Belfast tickets, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Belfast, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Houston to Belfast in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
More about Belfast
After booking your flight from Houston to Belfast, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Belfast:
Titanic Belfast and Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Belfast to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Botanic Gardens.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Belfast, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Travel about 220 miles south-east to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 260 miles south-east of Belfast. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among its highlights.
