Travelling from Houston to Santa Elena Airport (FRS): What you need to know
Houston is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Houston to Santa Elena Airport (FRS) leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Flores is one hour behind Houston. Santa Elena Airport is located in Flores, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Houston to FRS, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
In high season, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from Houston to FRS, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. La Aurora International Airport (GUA) is one option when departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
IAH is about 27 kms (17 miles) from central Houston. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Houston to Santa Elena Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
78.42% of flights that leave from George Bush Intercontinental Airport reach their destination on time.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is about 19 kms (12 miles) from central Houston. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Houston to FRS flight, stay in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
Most flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport touch down at their destination within the expected time frame. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Santa Elena Airport (FRS)
Reserve a hotel near FRS if you have a late flight from Houston to Santa Elena Airport. Check in to one of these options and end the night sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Santa Elena Airport (FRS)
£132 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Santa Elena Airport. A return flight starts at £342. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Houston to FRS. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Houston to Santa Elena Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Houston to FRS.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Houston to Santa Elena Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Houston to Santa Elena Airport (FRS)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Houston to Santa Elena Airport (FRS). June is the busiest month to visit Flores. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in May.
The warmest month in Flores is April, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your Houston to FRS plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Santa Elena Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Flores
After booking your flight from Houston to Santa Elena Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Flores:
Make the most of your trip to Flores by visiting well-known attractions like Jorge's Rope Swing.
Explore more of Guatemala
Flores is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Guatemala waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kms (160 miles) south of Flores, a trip to Guatemala City will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Volcan de Fuego, National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology and GO2GUATE Montaña y Aventura.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Guatemala, head for Mixco, roughly 274 kms (170 miles) south of Flores. Adventure Mountain, Vistas del Quetzal Park and Las Fuentes Ecological Park are highlights.
