Flying from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Start your vacation planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the two main airports in Tokyo.
12 hours 11 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Houston is 14 hours behind Tokyo. George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Haneda Airport (HND) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the most popular route. There are 10 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before heading off, hop on the last flight with United at 17:25. Go for the first HND to IAH departure with ANA (All Nippon Airways) at 10:25 if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you get on your flight from Tokyo to IAH, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
You can find a direct flight from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) departing from Haneda Airport (HND).
You can book a direct flight from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport with ANA (All Nippon Airways). This popular airline operates services from HND.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Tokyo to IAH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Haneda Airport (HND). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
From the centre of Tokyo, HND is approximately 16 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Booked an early flight from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Haneda Airport:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)? Browse the fares departing from Narita International Airport (NRT).
Get on your direct flight from Tokyo to IAH with United. This is one of the top carriers flying this route out of NRT.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, check out these options when setting off from Narita International Airport:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The drive from central Tokyo to NRT generally takes 58 minutes, depending on traffic. It's around 64 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Tokyo to IAH? Check in to a hotel near Narita International Airport before your vacation officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near IAH:
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
From George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport takes about 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is C$411. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$809. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to lock in flight tickets from Tokyo to IAH.
To snag the best deal on your tickets from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, schedule your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Not locked into specific dates? Use the 'Whole month' function to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
February is the quietest time to fly to Houston. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in July. This is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Before you book a flight from Tokyo to IAH, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
Visit in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 5ºC and 19ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Houston itinerary.
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