Travelling from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Houston: what you need to know
Long Beach Airport is located in Long Beach. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Houston is two hours ahead of Long Beach.
The busiest route is from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). You can select from seven weekly services between these two airports. Southwest Airlines offers a 06:50 departure between LGB and HOU.
Give yourself enough time to catch your LGB to Houston flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your trip at LGB and fly straight to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). That will be your arrival point when searching for Long Beach Airport to Houston tickets.
Southwest Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Long Beach Airport to Houston.
Travelling from central Long Beach to LGB takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Long Beach Airport to Houston? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LGB:
Long Beach Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from LGB touch down on schedule 83.23% of the time.
You'll find LGB at 4100 Donald Douglas Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Houston
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Long Beach Airport to Houston flight is R 1,699. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,377. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from LGB to Houston. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Long Beach Airport to Houston across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Long Beach Airport to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near IAH:
Travel at your own pace with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and see more of Houston and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from LGB to Houston.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Houston. Following your flight from Long Beach Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near HOU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your LGB to Houston flight at any of these well-located options:
Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make picking up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car quick and easy. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HOU can help you lock in a better rate.
You'll find William P. Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Travel to Houston during the high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Long Beach Airport to Houston in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Long Beach Airport to Houston flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGB to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Houston
After booking your flight from Long Beach Airport to Houston, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Houston:
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Houston Museum of Natural Science are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Houston to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Hermann Park.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Dallas is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No trip is complete without seeing Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
