Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Houston: what you need to know
The timezone in Houston is UTC-6. The city is six hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your EDI to Houston flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from EDI to Houston with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh, EDI can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a hotel near EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Houston, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
73% of flights departing from Edinburgh Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Houston
Rs95,745 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Houston flight. A return plane ticket right now is Rs161,884. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from EDI to Houston if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your Edinburgh Airport to Houston ticket.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from EDI to Houston.
Find an affordable flight from Edinburgh Airport to Houston with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 40 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near IAH:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks before your flight from EDI to Houston.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Houston has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 50 minutes or so.
Following your EDI to Houston flight, unwind at a hotel near HOU. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HOU will save you money.
Houston Hobby Airport can be found at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
July is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Houston. To avoid the crowds, visit Houston in January.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your Edinburgh Airport to Houston plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Houston around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
After booking your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Houston, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Houston:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Menil Collection are must-do's during your Houston adventure.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Houston, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to check off its popular sights. From San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another essential stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.