Travelling from Albany International Airport (ALB) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Houston's timezone is UTC-5, making Houston one hour behind Albany.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your ALB to IAH flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Albany International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ALB and IAH:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Albany International Airport (ALB) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Albany International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight is Rs29,569. A return plane ticket right now is Rs73,190. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ALB to IAH if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Albany International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
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Handy information about Albany International Airport (ALB)
You'll find ALB at 737 Albany-Shaker Road.
Of the departures from Albany International Airport, 73.92% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Albany International Airport from central Albany, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to ALB? If you've booked an early flight from Albany International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Albany International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Grab a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and discover Houston and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport to central Houston has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The quietest month for a flight from Albany International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Houston based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Albany International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport for August if you want to visit Houston during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 40ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ALB to IAH in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC then.
Explore more of United States
Houston has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
If you want to check out another great destination in United States, head for Dallas, roughly 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.
