Flying from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to Birmingham Airport (BHM): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Birmingham Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Every week, there are 33 Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Birmingham Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, select the 07:20 United Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 19:57 with United Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your IAH to BHM flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Flying into Birmingham (and then seeing more of the United States!) is a breeze with United. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Birmingham Airport.
United is the top choice for travellers on this route.
United is the most punctual carrier operating IAH to BHM flights. A dependable 83.03% of its services on this route land on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Birmingham Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between IAH and BHM include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Dallas Love Field Airport
Handy information about Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
79% of flights departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport land at their destination on time.
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near IAH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Birmingham Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Birmingham Airport (BHM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Birmingham Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BHM instead:
Explore without limits with a Birmingham Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Avis or Hertz and venture far and wide through Birmingham and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Birmingham Airport about two weeks ahead.
When to fly to Birmingham Airport (BHM)
October is the busiest month for flights from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Birmingham Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Birmingham in March.
Lock in your flight from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport to Birmingham Airport for July if you'd like to go to Birmingham during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IAH to BHM in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Birmingham, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 354 kilometres north-west to Memphis to check off its top sights. From Elvis Presley’s Memphis to Graceland and National Civil Rights Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Have time for another stop? Head onward to New South Memphis. It's roughly 338 kilometres north-west of Birmingham and features highlights like Big River Crossing.
