Travelling from University Park Airport (SCE) to Houston: what you need to know
Houston is 1 hour behind State College, where University Park Airport is located. Houston operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from SCE to Houston, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a popular month like August, head to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like summer and spring break.
For a domestic flight within United States, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to bring another form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked flight tickets from University Park Airport to Houston, make sure your ID is up to date.
The journey from central State College to SCE takes about 29 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near SCE. Whether you're catching an early flight from University Park Airport to Houston or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from University Park Airport (SCE) to Houston
C$441 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from University Park Airport to Houston. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$542. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SCE to Houston. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for a ticket from University Park Airport to Houston.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 49 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from University Park Airport to Houston. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Central Houston is about 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Once your flight from University Park Airport to Houston has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 22 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour and 42 minutes.
After your flight from SCE to Houston, unwind at a hotel close to HOU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Houston
July is the busiest month for flights from University Park Airport to Houston. To avoid the crowds, head to Houston in February when things are quieter.
Before you book a flight from University Park Airport to Houston, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from SCE to Houston around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from University Park Airport to Houston, explore our range of hotels including:
The Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Houston to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Hermann Park.
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