Travelling from Houston to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS): What you need to know
Houston has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Tbilisi is nine hours ahead of Houston. Tbilisi International Airport is located in Tbilisi, which is in the UTC+4 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Houston to TBS. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Houston to TBS. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
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 by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston to Tbilisi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
78.42% of flights leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for IAH is 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.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to TBS flight:
William P. Hobby Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 81.06% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to Tbilisi International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TBS instead:
Grab a Tbilisi International Airport rental car and discover Tbilisi and beyond with your own set of wheels. TBILISICARS.COM, Carwiz and Avis are popular providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Houston to Tbilisi International Airport flight.
Getting from Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) to central Tbilisi
Tbilisi International Airport to the centre of Tbilisi is around 9 miles. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
£334 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Tbilisi International Airport. Return flights start from £657. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Houston to TBS. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS)
April is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS), while August is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Tbilisi based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Houston to TBS plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tbilisi to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Tbilisi International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Tbilisi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tbilisi right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Houston to Tbilisi International Airport:
Your Tbilisi visit isn't complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions you can't miss include Old Tbilisi, Peace Bridge and Georgian National Museum.
Explore more of Georgia
Tbilisi has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Georgia just waiting to be explored. About 193 kms (120 miles) west of Tbilisi, a trip to Kutaisi will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Ruins of the Bagrati Cathedral and Bagrati Palace-citadel, Free Walking Tour Kutaisi and Bagrati Cathedral.
Batumi is another favourite destination in Georgia and is around 274 kms (170 miles) west of Tbilisi. No journey is complete without a visit to Hiking Trail, Batumi Boulevard Fountains and Batumi boulevard.