Flying from Laredo International Airport (LRD) to Houston: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Laredo International Airport to Houston and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 19 minutes.
Houston's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Laredo (the location of Laredo International Airport).
With 39 flights a week between the two airports, Laredo International Airport (LRD) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the most popular route. United operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from LRD to IAH is with United at 17:21.
To ensure you catch your flight from LRD to Houston, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Nonstop flights from Laredo International Airport (LRD) to Houston are available for booking. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is where you'll step off the plane.
Get on board with United. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Laredo International Airport to Houston.
You won't need a visa or passport to fly within United States. You will need a valid proof of identity however, such as a driver's licence or an ID card. Add them to your packing list after booking your flight tickets from Laredo International Airport to Houston.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Laredo, LRD can be reached in approximately 16 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 58 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near LRD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Laredo International Airport to Houston or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Laredo International Airport (LRD) to Houston
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Laredo International Airport to Houston is C$223. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$310. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 4 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LRD to Houston.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Laredo International Airport to Houston. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes around 49 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Laredo International Airport to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near IAH:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Central Houston is about 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). As soon as your flight from Laredo International Airport to Houston has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 22 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 42 minutes.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near HOU. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from LRD to Houston at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Houston
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Laredo International Airport to Houston while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Houston, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your flights from Laredo International Airport to Houston in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from LRD to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Houston right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Laredo International Airport to Houston:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are essential stops on your Houston itinerary.
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