Flying from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Houston: what you need to know
East Midlands Airport is located in Nottingham. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Houston is five hours behind Nottingham.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your EMA to Houston flight.
Heading away during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Nottingham, EMA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near EMA. Whether you've booked an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Houston or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
75.1% of flights leaving from East Midlands Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Houston
R 7,162 is currently the lowest price for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Houston flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 16,114. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from EMA to Houston if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from East Midlands Airport to Houston. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Houston's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from EMA to Houston.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Once your flight from East Midlands Airport to Houston has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to HOU. Kick back and get cosy after your EMA to Houston flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
William P. Hobby Airport is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Visit Houston in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from East Midlands Airport to Houston during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book an East Midlands Airport to Houston flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from EMA to Houston around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Houston right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from East Midlands Airport to Houston:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are essential stops on your Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another essential stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.