Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Around 10 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
The timezone in Houston is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Amsterdam.
Every week, there are 20 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, select the 09:40 KLM flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 11:15 with United Airlines.
Your AMS to IAH flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetting into Houston (and then seeing more of United States!) is a cinch with KLM. This popular carrier has direct flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is KLM.
KLM is the most punctual carrier that offers AMS to IAH flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between AMS and IAH include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight is C$504. A return fare right now is C$861. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from AMS to IAH.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from AMS to IAH.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
67.93% of flights departing from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol touch down at their destination on time.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near AMS? If you're boarding an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you're landing on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near IAH:
Begin your adventure by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Houston's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Houston. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Houston based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Houston, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AMS to IAH in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
