Travelling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Houston: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Houston and you'll be travelling for around 9 hours 45 minutes.
Frankfurt Airport is located in Frankfurt. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Houston is seven hours behind Frankfurt.
The busiest route is from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You can choose from 14 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from FRA to IAH is the 10:00 Lufthansa service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 13:55 with United Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your FRA to Houston flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct Frankfurt Airport to Houston ticket. Begin your journey at FRA and touch down at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
United Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Houston.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from FRA to Houston, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
FRA is about 11 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 20 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to FRA? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Houston, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, 74% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Houston
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Frankfurt Airport to Houston flight is $617. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,021. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from FRA to Houston, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Houston. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Book a hotel close to IAH if you have a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Houston. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks before your flight from FRA to Houston.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
The centre of Houston is located around 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). Once your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Houston has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 50 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near HOU. Unwind and get cosy after your FRA to Houston flight at any of these well-located options:
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HOU can land you a better rate.
The address for Houston Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Houston. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Houston in January.
Before booking a Frankfurt Airport to Houston plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FRA to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Houston
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Houston, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Menil Collection are leading attractions which should feature on every Houston itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Houston, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to tick off its popular sights. From San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.