Travelling from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Douala Airport (DLA): what you need to know
The timezone in Douala is UTC+1, which is six hours ahead of Houston.
To ensure you get on your IAH to DLA flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to visit another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Douala Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Istanbul Ataturk Airport is a well-known stop between IAH and DLA.
How to find the cheapest flights from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Douala Airport (DLA)
R 12,707 is the best price for a one-way George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Douala Airport flight. Return flights start from R 17,951. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from IAH to DLA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Douala Airport.
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Handy information about George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.42% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Houston to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near IAH? If you're boarding an early flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Douala Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Douala Airport (DLA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Douala Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DLA instead:
Set your own pace with a Douala Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis to explore Douala and beyond.
Boost your chances of snagging a great deal by booking as early as you can. Reserving your ride from Douala Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a smart idea.
Getting from Douala Airport (DLA) to central Douala
Douala Airport is roughly 10 kilometres from the centre of Douala. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Douala Airport (DLA)
The quietest month for a flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Douala Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Douala based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Douala Airport for February if you'd like to explore Douala during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IAH to DLA in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of Cameroon
Douala has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Cameroon you should also see. Around 193 kilometres east of Douala, a trip to Yaounde will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like National Museum of Yaounde (Le Musee National de Yaounde), Mvog-Betsi Zoo and Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe.
Around 209 kilometres north of Douala, Bamenda is another essential stop in Cameroon. Start your sightseeing at Mile 1 junction upstation, Sisia Waterfalls and Mile 4 park.
