Flying from Reykjavik to Houston: what you need to know
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is Reykjavik's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Reykjavik to Houston leaving from here.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are Houston's major gateways.
Houston is five hours behind Reykjavik and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your Reykjavik to Houston flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Reykjavik to Houston
To find cheap Reykjavik to Houston flights, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Reykjavik to Houston is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll tell you when a better deal is available on cheap flights from Reykjavik to Houston.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Reykjavik to Houston flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Reykjavik to Houston flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Keflavik International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
KEF is about 25 miles from central Reykjavik. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Keflavik International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Reykjavik to Houston or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from Keflavik International Airport, 66.96% land on schedule at their destination.
Arriving in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is approximately 13 miles from the centre of Houston. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
It usually takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Reykjavik to Houston. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt to explore Houston and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your Reykjavik to Houston flight.
The street address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Central Houston is approximately 10 miles from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). After your flight from Reykjavik to Houston has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to HOU. Unwind after your Reykjavik to Houston flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and make a speedy getaway.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Reykjavik to Houston. July is the busiest month to visit Houston. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Reykjavik to Houston ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap flights from Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik to Houston, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
The Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Houston must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Hermann Park.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Houston, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 190 miles west to San Antonio to tick off its popular sights. From The San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Dallas is another essential stop in United States and is around 230 miles north of Houston. No journey is complete without visiting Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
