Flying from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
The timezone in Houston is UTC-5, which is nine hours behind Abu Dhabi.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AUH to IAH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like February? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between AUH and IAH:
O'Hare International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight is R 10,145. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 14,371. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from AUH to IAH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from AUH to IAH.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
78.54% of flights that take off from Abu Dhabi International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Abu Dhabi International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to AUH? If you've booked an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you have a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near IAH:
Pick up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and explore Houston and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
From George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Houston. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AUH to IAH in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
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If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United States, head for Dallas, about 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are among its highlights.
