Flying from Cincinnati to Houston: what you need to know
Many great adventures start from Cincinnati's main airport, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG). Explore the options for catching a flight from Cincinnati to Houston leaving from this base.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the primary entry points to Houston.
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Cincinnati to Houston flight.
Houston is one hour behind Cincinnati and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
With 23 flights a week between the two airports, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Cincinnati to Houston with Frontier Airlines at 06:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from CVG to IAH is with Frontier Airlines at 19:14.
To ensure you catch your Cincinnati to Houston flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of international departures is wise.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cincinnati to Houston
£44 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Cincinnati to Houston. A return flight starts at £87. These fares can change based on availability.
To score cheap Cincinnati to Houston flights, reserve your trip two months before your planned departure.
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Flying from Cincinnati
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG)
Set out from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG) on a nonstop flight from Cincinnati to Houston. From CVG, you can land directly at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
United Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Cincinnati to Houston plane tickets from CVG.
CVG is about 120 miles from central Cincinnati. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
When it comes to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport's on-time performance, 77.0% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
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.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Cincinnati to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near IAH:
Begin your adventure by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Houston's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is roughly 10 miles from central Houston. After your flight from Cincinnati to Houston, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 40 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to HOU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Cincinnati to Houston:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and be off and running.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
February is the quietest month for flights from Cincinnati to Houston, while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Houston based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Cincinnati to Houston tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap flights from Cincinnati to Houston around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
After booking your flight from Cincinnati to Houston, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Houston:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are major attractions which should be on every Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Houston has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 190 miles west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will keep you busy. Start with attractions like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Dallas is another favourite destination in United States and is around 230 miles north of Houston. No trip is complete without seeing Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
