Travelling from Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) leaving from either of these.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 45 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport flight.
Houston and Springfield (where Springfield-Branson National Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) is the most popular route. There are 22 direct departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with United Airlines at 8:15pm. Choose the first IAH to SGF departure operated by United Airlines at 11:55am if you'd rather get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Houston to SGF, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're taking off during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can hop on a direct flight from Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Book your direct flight from Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport with United Airlines. This popular carrier offers services from IAH.
United Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from IAH to SGF.
With 73.81% of its services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
IAH is about 27 kms (17 miles) from central Houston. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
78.42% of flights that leave from George Bush Intercontinental Airport arrive at their destination on time.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can reach HOU from the centre of Houston in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 19 kms (12 miles) or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to SGF flight:
Most flights that depart William P. Hobby Airport reach their destination as planned. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF)
Book a hotel close to SGF if you have a late flight from Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Travel at your own speed with a Springfield-Branson National Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Avis or Thrifty and find adventure across Springfield and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport flight.
You'll find SGF at 2300 N Airport Blvd.
Getting from Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) to central Springfield
Central Springfield is roughly 6 miles from Springfield-Branson National Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 2 hours 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport is £124. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £201. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Houston to SGF.
The best month for scoring cheap Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Houston to SGF.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF)
February is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Springfield based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Houston to SGF plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Springfield, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport in January when temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Springfield
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Springfield right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Houston to Springfield-Branson National Airport:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Springfield when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Original Section of Historic Route 66 followed by Johnny Morris' Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium and African-American Heritage Trail.
Explore more of the United States
Kansas City is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Springfield. Around 225 kms (140 miles) away to the north-west, its top attractions include Jazz 1, National WWI Museum and Memorial and Jazz Pantheon.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) south-west of Springfield, Tulsa is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Black Wall Street, Philbrook Museum of Art and BOK Centre.
