Travelling from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Check out your options for departing Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX).
4 hours 32 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Houston is 2 hours ahead of Vancouver. George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
The busiest route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), with 20 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from YVR to IAH is the 08:35 Air Canada option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 23:45 with United.
Your flight from Vancouver to IAH won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) operate out of this terminal.
If you plan to leave from YVR, you can catch a direct flight from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport with United.
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 26 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 33 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
Planning to leave from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)? You can reserve a direct flight from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) departing from this hub.
From CXH, direct flights from Vancouver to IAH can be booked with United.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base and IAH:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It takes 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 16 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Vancouver to IAH? Unwind in a hotel near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
About George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Consider staying in a hotel near IAH if you're catching a late flight from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport to central Houston takes about 20 minutes in a car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It'll take around 49 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is $195. The cheapest price for a return flight is $411. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from Vancouver to IAH.
You'll land the best savings on your tickets from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport if you travel in May. Go one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Houston. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Vancouver to IAH, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Houston right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
One of the best ways to get to know Houston is to explore its most popular attractions. Essential stops include The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
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