Cheap Flights to Houston

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Can I get a direct flight to Houston?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between South Africa and Houston. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Houston?

The best price we found for a return flight to Houston is R 16,707. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which is the cheapest airport in Houston?

The cheapest airport near Houston is Houston George Bush Intercntl. – which is 25.0 km away from the centre of Houston. We've found flights into this airport from R 16,707.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Houston on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Houston is Wednesday, 15 October 2025.

When is the best time to book flights to Houston?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Houston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Houston?

The average temperature in Houston in July is around 29°C. The warmest month in Houston is typically August, which averages 34°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is June, and it usually rains the least in March.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Houston with?

Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Houston.

Flying to Houston

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 11,069
Cheapest month to fly	August

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How to find cheap flights to Houston

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way flight to Houston is R 11,069. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 16,707.
There's no need to check back in every day when you create a Price Alert for Houston tickets. We'll do the monitoring for you, sending notifications when fares go down.
To find cheap tickets to Houston, book six months before you travel. That's the general recommendation for landing the best deals.
Choose 'Add nearby airports' during your search to increase your chances of landing cheap Houston flights. This will give you more options for where you begin and end your journey, as well as different fares.
Connecting flights can be cheaper, so look for Houston plane tickets that come with a stop or two. Once your results appear, use the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.

Best time to go to Houston

You can typically hop on the cheapest flight to Houston in May.
To find the month or even day with the cheapest Houston flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you're flexible with your dates, look for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest fares that are available.
July is the most popular month for flights to Houston and an ideal time to see the city in full swing.
The quietest time of the year to travel is February. Book your Houston plane tickets then and enjoy the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.
The weather can make or break a holiday, so consider the type of conditions you prefer to travel in. Houston is warmest in August, with averages of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
Temperatures are at their lowest in January, when they range from 5ºC (41ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).

Flying to Houston: what you need to know

There are a few arrival airports to consider for your Houston flight. Explore your options for touching down at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Avoid the layovers and travel to your destination in a single hop. Take a direct flight to Houston with one of these top airlines:
Find the right stay to go with your flight. Explore these popular hotels after locking in your Houston plane tickets:

Getting to central Houston from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

IAH, the city's primary airport, is about 27 kilometres from central Houston.
If you're taking a cab after your flight to Houston, it'll take around 20 minutes to get to the centre.
Expect the journey to take about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Take your pick of comfy hotels close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Check in to one of these after your Houston flight:

Houston highlights

If you plan on sightseeing after hopping off your flight to Houston, make sure these popular attractions are on your itinerary:
- The Houston Museum of Natural Science
- The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building
- Hermann Park

Complete your trip with a Houston car hire

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