Flying from Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in Houston. Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) departing from here.
Take off on a direct Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
San Luis Potosi's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Houston. Ponciano Arriaga International Airport is located in San Luis Potosi.
The busiest route is from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP), with 17 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from IAH to SLP is the 9:35am United Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 6:07pm with United Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Houston to SLP, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) operate out of this terminal.
United Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport leaving from IAH.
United is the airline most travellers choose for flights from IAH to SLP.
United tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 80.28% of services landing on schedule.
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
Of the departures from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Break up your flight from Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport with a stop at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). One of the main stopovers between Houston Hobby Airport and SLP, it's a good opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
HOU is about 19 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Houston to SLP flight? Relax in a hotel near Houston Hobby Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
79% of flights departing Houston Hobby Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP)
Get off your flight from Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport and be sprawled out in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a comfortable option a short journey from SLP, check out Radisson San Luis Potosi Aeropuerto.
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) to central San Luis Potosi
From Ponciano Arriaga International Airport, central San Luis Potosi is around 23 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP)
At the moment, R 1,864 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,997. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Houston to SLP if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to visit San Luis Potosi. October is when most people book flights from Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in San Luis Potosi is May, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Houston to SLP plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Luis Potosi
After booking your flight from Houston to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Luis Potosi:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Cascada de Tamul, Cathedral of San Luis Potosi and Puente de Dios are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned San Luis Potosi itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
San Luis Potosi is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Mexico just waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres southwest of San Luis Potosi, a visit to Guadalajara will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
León de los Aldama is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 145 kilometres southwest of San Luis Potosi. No journey is complete without dropping by Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo.
