Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport is 16 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Houston is UTC-6, which is ten hours behind Dubai.
Flights from DXB to IAH start from 09:30 — the earliest with Emirates. The last departure is at 09:45 with Emirates. Overall, you can choose from seven weekly Dubai Airport to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your DXB to IAH flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like December? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Houston (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a snap with Emirates. This popular airline has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Emirates.
Emirates is the most punctual carrier offering DXB to IAH flights.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DXB and IAH:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Orlando International Airport
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
71% of flights departing from Dubai Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DXB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai Airport to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dubai Airport to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Explore without limits with a Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and discover more of Houston and beyond.
Booking your ride from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Houston in September.
Lock in your flight from Dubai Airport to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport for August if you'd like to explore Houston during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DXB to IAH sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Houston, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to tick off its top attractions. From San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, head for Dallas, about 370 kilometres north of Houston. Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.
