Travelling from Las Vegas to Houston: what you need to know
Las Vegas's main airport is Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS). Check out your options for flying out of this base when booking your flights from Las Vegas to Houston.
When it comes to arriving in Houston, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is a major gateway. William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is another.
Hop on a direct Las Vegas to Houston flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
Houston's timezone is UTC-5, making Houston two hours ahead of Las Vegas.
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 59 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Las Vegas to Houston is with Spirit Airlines at 23:50. Choose the first LAS to IAH departure with United Airlines at 00:59 to fit in more activities on your first day in Houston.
To ensure you board your Las Vegas to Houston flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak months like October or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and four hours ahead of an international departure is a smart idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Las Vegas to Houston
ج.م. 2,742 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Las Vegas to Houston. Return flights start at ج.م. 5,484. These fares may change based on availability.
Book two months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Las Vegas to Houston flights.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Las Vegas to Houston is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Las Vegas
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Begin your journey at Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS), which offers a range of direct flights from Las Vegas to Houston. From LAS, you can fly seamlessly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct Las Vegas to Houston plane tickets out of LAS. Claim your seat with one of these carriers:
LAS is about 10 kilometres from central Las Vegas. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a handy hotel close to Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)? If you're catching an early flight from Las Vegas to Houston, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) scores high marks for on-time performance. 82.07% of flights that take off from LAS arrive at their destination without delay.
The address for LAS is 5757 Wayne Newton Boulevard.
Arriving in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Las Vegas to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near IAH:
Go where the road takes you with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and chase adventure across Houston and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your Las Vegas to Houston flight.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
The centre of Houston is located around 16 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Once your flight from Las Vegas to Houston has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near HOU. Unwind after your Las Vegas to Houston flight at one of these perfectly 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 set off in the blink of an eye.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HOU will save you money.
William P. Hobby Airport is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Las Vegas to Houston. July is the most popular month for a trip to Houston. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Before locking in your Las Vegas to Houston tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Las Vegas to Houston in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Houston
After booking your flight from Las Vegas to Houston, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are essential stops on your Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Houston, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 306 kilometres 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 full itinerary ahead.
Dallas is another favourite destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No trip is complete without dropping by Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
