Travelling from Houston to Laredo International Airport (LRD): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Laredo International Airport (LRD) setting off from either of these bases.
Approximately 1 hour 19 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Houston to Laredo International Airport.
Houston and Laredo (where Laredo International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch when you land.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Laredo International Airport (LRD) is the most popular route. There are 39 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with United at 21:35. Opt for the first IAH to LRD departure operated by United at 07:20 if you want to get going earlier.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to LRD. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Getting away during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like summer, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Houston to Laredo International Airport (LRD) take off from this terminal.
If you want to leave from IAH, you can catch a direct flight from Houston to Laredo International Airport with United.
IAH is about 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
After a leisurely start to your break? Stay near George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Houston to Laredo International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) offers direct flights from Houston to Laredo International Airport (LRD).
From HOU, direct flights from Houston to LRD are available with United.
HOU is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take you 22 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Houston to LRD? Kick back in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your vacation officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Laredo International Airport (LRD)
If you have a late flight from Houston to Laredo International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near LRD:
Getting from Laredo International Airport (LRD) to central Laredo
From Laredo International Airport, Laredo is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 58 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Laredo International Airport (LRD)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Houston to Laredo International Airport is C$242. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$331. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
You're more likely to find flight tickets from Houston to LRD when you book 9 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey are usually at their lowest.
To snag the best price on your tickets from Houston to Laredo International Airport, plan your trip for June (it's when flights are cheapest). Not locked into specific dates? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll be the first to know when prices drop. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Houston to LRD.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Houston to Laredo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Houston to Laredo International Airport (LRD)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Houston to Laredo International Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Laredo. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Laredo is August, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your flights from Houston to LRD in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Houston to Laredo International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Laredo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Laredo right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Laredo International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. San Augustin Plaza, TAMIU Planetarium and Saint Peter's Plaza are highlights which should be on any good Laredo itinerary.
Complete your Laredo trip with a car rental
After you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Houston to Laredo International Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Laredo. Browse the deals and instantly compare your options on price, fuel policies, and more.
