Travelling from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Houston: what you need to know
Around 5 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Houston.
Houston and Quito (where Mariscal Sucre International Airport is located) are in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
With seven flights a week between the two airports, Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the most popular route. Board United Airlines's 00:35 flight to get your trip from UIO to IAH underway.
Give yourself enough time to get on your UIO to Houston flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Houston ticket. Begin your journey at UIO and arrive at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Check out the offers from United Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Houston.
The journey from central Quito to UIO takes around 2 hours 10 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near UIO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Houston or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Mariscal Sucre International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 88.71% of flights that depart UIO land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) to Houston
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Houston flight is R 5,255. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,037. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap flights from UIO to Houston, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Houston tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IAH:
Go where the road takes you with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and venture far and wide through Houston and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from UIO to Houston.
The street address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Houston. Once you've hopped off your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to HOU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your UIO to Houston flight:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from HOU four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
You'll find William P. Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Houston. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Houston in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Houston flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from UIO 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 searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Houston right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Mariscal Sucre International Airport to Houston:
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Houston Museum of Natural Science are a couple of top attractions to add to your Houston itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Hermann Park.
Explore more of United States
Houston will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Dallas is another essential stop in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without visiting Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
