Travelling from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Vancouver International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Houston is two hours ahead of Vancouver and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Flights from YVR to IAH start at 08:35 — the first with Air Canada. The last departure is at 23:45 with United Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 20 weekly Vancouver International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your YVR to IAH flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Air Canada offers direct flights from Vancouver International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Houston — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
Air Canada is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering YVR to IAH flights is Air Canada. Its services land without delay 69.62% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Right now, £112 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £199. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from YVR to IAH, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from YVR to IAH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Vancouver International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Vancouver International Airport from central Vancouver, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 9 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to YVR:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Book a hotel near IAH if you're catching a late Vancouver International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and venture far and wide through Houston and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
The street address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport to the centre of Houston has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 17 miles away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Houston in February.
When reserving your flight from Vancouver International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YVR to IAH sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Houston, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel about 190 miles west to San Antonio to check off its must-visit sights. From The San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
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 the start of reasons to visit.
