Travelling from Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to Houston: what you need to know
Approximately 2 hours 49 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Houston.
Jose Marti International Airport is located in Havana. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Houston is 1 hour behind Havana.
Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the most popular route, with 10 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from HAV to IAH is with United at 16:35. Opt for the first departure operated by United at 15:30 if you want to fly out earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from HAV to Houston, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
Direct flights from Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to Houston are available for booking. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is where you'll step off the plane.
United is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Jose Marti International Airport to Houston.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from HAV to Houston. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
If you hold a passport from Cuba, you'll need an embassy visa to visit United States. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Jose Marti International Airport to Houston for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before flying.
HAV is approximately 16 kilometres from central Havana. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Houston? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near HAV:
How to find the cheapest flights from Jose Marti International Airport (HAV) to Houston
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Jose Marti International Airport to Houston is R 2,083. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,070. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 3 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from HAV to Houston.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Jose Marti International Airport to Houston. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 49 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to IAH if you're taking a late flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Houston. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
The centre of Houston is about 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). After your flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Houston has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 22 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 42 minutes.
After your flight from HAV to Houston, unwind at a hotel near HOU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Houston
July is the most popular month for flights from Jose Marti International Airport to Houston. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Houston in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from Jose Marti International Airport to Houston in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from HAV to Houston around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Jose Marti International Airport to Houston, browse our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are must-do's during your Houston adventure.
Complete your Houston trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Houston and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare rates in one place to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Jose Marti International Airport to Houston.