Flying from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Houston: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Houston.
Houston's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as St Louis (the location of Lambert-St. Louis International Airport).
The busiest route is from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You can select from 27 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from STL to IAH is the 06:15 United Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 18:00 with United Airlines.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your STL to Houston flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Houston ticket. Start your journey at STL and end it at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Take to the skies with United Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Houston.
Travelling from central St Louis to STL takes around 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 10 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Houston? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to STL:
78.04% of flights that take off from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport make it to their destination on time.
STL is located at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Houston
£60 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Houston flight. Return plane tickets start at £116. These fares may change based on availability.
Book one month before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from STL to Houston.
The best month for picking up cheap Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Houston tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 17 miles from the centre of Houston. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to IAH if you have a late flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Houston. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and explore Houston and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from STL to Houston.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Houston has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 12 miles from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to HOU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your STL to Houston flight:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a William P. Hobby Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from HOU four weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater range of vehicles.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Before booking your flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Houston, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Houston offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Houston plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from STL to Houston around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Once you've booked your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Houston, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Houston:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are popular attractions which should feature on every Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Houston will leave a lasting impression, 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 popular sights like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
If you want to check out another side of United States, head for Dallas, roughly 230 miles north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.
