Flying from Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Houston. Explore your options leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when organising your flight from Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX).
The average length of a direct Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport flight is 2 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Oaxaca is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Houston. Xoxocotlan Airport is located in Oaxaca.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services each week. You can get from IAH to OAX on United Airlines's 4:20pm departure.
To ensure you catch your flight from Houston to OAX, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can book a direct flight from Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
You can lock in a direct flight from Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport with United Airlines. This popular carrier offers services from IAH.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with United Airlines between IAH and OAX.
United Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 86.67% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Located around 27 kms (17 miles) from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of the departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is one of the options between William P. Hobby Airport and OAX.
On public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kms (12 miles) away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Houston to OAX flight? Relax in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
The majority of flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport make it to their destination as expected. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near OAX:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Xoxocotlan Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from MEX, Economy or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Oaxaca and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport flight.
Getting from Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) to central Oaxaca
Xoxocotlan Airport is roughly 5 miles from central Oaxaca. How long it'll take to get there in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport is £66. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £172. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Houston to OAX.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX). July is the busiest month to visit Oaxaca. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Oaxaca is April, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Houston to OAX plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport in January when temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
More about Oaxaca
After booking your flight from Houston to Xoxocotlan Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Oaxaca:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Guelaguetza, Centro Histórico de Oaxaca de Juárez and Jardín Etnobotánico de Oaxaca are popular attractions which should feature on any good Oaxaca itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Oaxaca is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kms (170 miles) north-west of Oaxaca, a visit to Puebla will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Zócalo de Puebla and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Mexico, head for Veracruz, about 257 kms (160 miles) north of Oaxaca. Veracruz Cathedral, San Juan de Ulúan and Malecón Veracruz Puerto are key highlights.
