Flying from Houston to Atlanta: what you need to know
Start planning your vacation by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Houston to Atlanta. Explore the options for departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.
Come in for landing at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). This is Atlanta's primary arrival point.
2 hours 4 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Houston to Atlanta. Operating on the UTC-4 timezone, Atlanta is 1 hour ahead of Houston.
With 129 flights a week between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Houston to Atlanta with Spirit Airlines at 05:40. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from IAH to ATL is with Frontier Airlines at 22:14.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Houston to Atlanta.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You won't need a visa or passport to fly within United States. You will need a valid form of identification however, such as a driver's licence or an ID card. Put them on your packing list after booking your cheap flights from Houston to Atlanta.
Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Set out from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) on a nonstop flight from Houston to Atlanta. From IAH, you can fly directly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Houston to Atlanta out of IAH include:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from Houston to Atlanta departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes approximately 49 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Atlanta, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can catch a direct flight from Houston to Atlanta departing from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Start your travels at HOU and come in for landing at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
From HOU, direct flights from Houston to Atlanta can be booked with Delta Air Lines.
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Houston to Atlanta, browse these options when departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR)
HOU is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. It takes 22 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Houston to Atlanta, take it easy in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to the centre of Atlanta takes around 17 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to ATL if you're catching a late flight from Houston to Atlanta. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Atlanta
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houston to Atlanta is C$38. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$76. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap flights from Houston to Atlanta by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organize your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Houston to Atlanta. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Atlanta
July is the most popular month for flights from Houston to Atlanta. To skip the crowds, visit Atlanta in February.
Book your flight from Houston to Atlanta for July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Atlanta to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from Houston to Atlanta in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Atlanta, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park are popular attractions which should feature on any good Atlanta itinerary.
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