Travelling from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW): what you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) departing from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 22 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport.
The timezone in Fort Myers is UTC-4, which is 1 hour ahead of Houston. Southwest Florida International Airport is located in Fort Myers.
With 19 direct weekly flights between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is the most popular route. United operates the earliest flight at 09:30. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from IAH to RSW is with Southwest Airlines at 20:55.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Houston to RSW. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Take the express route from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Nonstop flights from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) can be booked from here.
When taking off from IAH, you can catch a direct flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport with United.
From central Houston, IAH is around 27 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Want more options for a direct flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)? Check out the fares flying out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
United operates direct flights from Houston to RSW leaving from HOU. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in a single journey.
HOU is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. It takes 22 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to RSW:
About Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
Consider booking a hotel close to RSW if you're taking a late flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to central Fort Myers
Southwest Florida International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Fort Myers. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
R 1,888 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport. Return flights start from R 3,775. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to find cheap tickets from Houston to RSW.
The cheapest month for tickets from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices drop. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Houston to RSW.
Personalise your trip with filters. Choose the total duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the right flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport. October is the busiest month to travel to Fort Myers. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Fort Myers. The warmest month is August. Lock in your flights from Houston to RSW sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC. Search for cheap flights from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Fort Myers
Start your Fort Myers trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve North and Fort Myers River District are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Fort Myers must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Lakes Regional Park.
Complete your Fort Myers trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Fort Myers and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport.
