Travelling from Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ) to Houston: what you need to know
Houston is one hour behind Jacksonville, where Albert J Ellis Airport is located. Houston observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your OAJ to Houston flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Central Jacksonville to OAJ is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Albert J Ellis Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 83.69% of flights that depart OAJ arrive at their destination as scheduled.
OAJ is located at 264 State Road 1265.
How to find the cheapest flights from Albert J Ellis Airport (OAJ) to Houston
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Albert J Ellis Airport to Houston flight is R 3,491. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,024. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from OAJ to Houston. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Albert J Ellis Airport to Houston ticket.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Albert J Ellis Airport to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IAH:
Explore without limits with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and find adventure across Houston and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from OAJ to Houston.
The street address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Once your flight from Albert J Ellis Airport to Houston has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near HOU. Kick back and get cosy after your OAJ to Houston flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make picking up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HOU can get you a lower rate.
You can find William P. Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Albert J Ellis Airport to Houston. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and top attractions can get crowded. Go to Houston in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Albert J Ellis Airport to Houston flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Search for cheap tickets from OAJ to Houston in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Houston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Houston right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Albert J Ellis Airport to Houston:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are leading attractions which should be on every Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Houston, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to tick off its must-visit sights. From The San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
