Flying from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU): what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport.
Houston is one hour behind Pittsburgh and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Every week, there are four Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights. To get going early, jump on the 06:15 Southwest Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:35 with Southwest Airlines.
To ensure you catch your PIT to HOU flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Houston — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Southwest Airlines on this route.
With 74.77% of its services landing on schedule, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating PIT to HOU flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between PIT and HOU:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Nashville Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Right now, $128 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $255. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PIT to HOU if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from PIT to HOU is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport.
Handy information about Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
The address for PIT is 1000 Airport Boulevard.
Of the departures from Pittsburgh International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Pittsburgh International Airport from central Pittsburgh, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near PIT? If you're boarding an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Consider staying in a hotel near HOU if you're on a late Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Houston Hobby Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and find adventure across Houston and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Houston Hobby Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to central Houston
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Houston. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
The quietest month for a flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Houston based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston Hobby Airport for August if you want to explore Houston during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PIT to HOU in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Houston, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to tick off its top attractions. From San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza, your itinerary will be busy.
Dallas is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without a visit to Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.
