Flying from Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) jetting off from either of these.
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport flight.
Houston and Baton Rouge (where Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR), with 42 direct services every week. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from IAH to BTR is the 7:20am United Airlines option. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 10:15pm with United Airlines.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to BTR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) operate out of this terminal.
United Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport departing from IAH.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between IAH and BTR is United Airlines.
With a reliable 82.55% of services landing on schedule, 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 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 taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% land on time at their destination.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is around 19 kms (12 miles) from central Houston. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to BTR flight:
William P. Hobby Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 81.06% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BTR:
Travel at your own pace with a Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Enterprise and chase adventure across Baton Rouge and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport flight.
BTR is located at 9430 Jackie Cochran Drive.
Getting from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) to central Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport to the centre of Baton Rouge is around 6 miles. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
£151 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport. A return flight starts from £144. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Houston to BTR. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
July is when most people book flights from Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR). Visit Baton Rouge in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Houston to BTR plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Baton Rouge to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport in January when temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Baton Rouge
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Baton Rouge:
Beauregard Town Historic District and Main Street Historic District are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Baton Rouge itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Louisiana's Old State Capitol.
Explore more of the United States
New Orleans is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Baton Rouge. Around 121 kms (75 miles) away to the south-east, its best attractions include Bourbon Street, French Quarter and Cafe Du Monde.
If there's time to check out another major stop in the United States, consider Jackson, roughly 209 kms (130 miles) north-east of Baton Rouge. Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, Mississippi Museum of Art and The Art Garden at the Mississippi Museum of Art are highlights.
