Flying from Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA). Explore your options for taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport flight.
Houston and Amarillo (where Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you arrive.
With 20 direct weekly flights between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA) is the most popular route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 9:30am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from IAH to AMA is with United Airlines at 8:32pm.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Houston to AMA. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can jump on a direct flight from Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA) leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
When taking off from IAH, you can catch a direct flight from Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport with United Airlines.
The majority of travellers prefer to book seats with United Airlines between IAH and AMA.
United Airlines leads the way in punctuality. An impressive 87.86% of its services on this route reach their destination on schedule.
IAH is about 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, 78.42% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Think about setting out from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). You can book a direct Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA) plane ticket from this hub.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from Houston to AMA departing from HOU. Book your favourite seat and reach your destination in a single hop.
On the HOU to AMA route, Southwest Airlines is the favourite choice for most passengers.
Want the most on-time carrier? Go with Southwest Airlines. 83.33% of its flights between William P. Hobby Airport and Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport arrive as scheduled.
You can reach HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to AMA flight:
The majority of flights that depart William P. Hobby Airport get to their destination as expected. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA)
Have a late flight from Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near AMA and hit the lights earlier:
AMA is located at 10801 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA)
R 2,227 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport. A return flight starts from R 2,795. These prices can change depending on demand.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA). Visit Amarillo in April for a more laid-back experience.
When booking your Houston to AMA plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Amarillo, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Amarillo
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Amarillo:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Amarillo when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at Big Texan Opry followed by Paramount Park and Route 66 Motor Speedway.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Amarillo, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 177 kilometres south to Lubbock to tick off its must-visit sights. From Wild West to The Buddy Holly Centre and McPherson Cellars Winery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometres south-west of Amarillo, Clovis is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Turner Family Light Show, Norman and Vi Petty Rock & Roll Museum and The Phil and Vernah Williams Historic Railroad Park.
