Flying from Houston to Miami International Airport (MIA): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Houston to Miami International Airport (MIA). Explore your options for leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), the city's main airports.
Take off on a direct Houston to Miami International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 35 minutes.
Miami is one hour ahead of Houston. Miami International Airport is located in Miami, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
The most popular route is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Miami International Airport (MIA), with 64 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from IAH to MIA is the 5:14am American Airlines option. If a later start suits your schedule, the last departure is at 9:55pm with Frontier Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Houston to MIA.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow extra time for delays.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Houston to Miami International Airport (MIA) operate out of this terminal.
Pick from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Houston to Miami International Airport leaving from IAH. Book your journey with one of these:
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with American Airlines from IAH to MIA.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is American Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 77.78% of the time.
IAH is around 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Houston to Miami International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.42% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Catching a flight out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)? Direct Houston to Miami International Airport (MIA) flight tickets can be booked from here.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Houston to MIA leaving from HOU. Book your favourite window seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.
Southwest Airlines is the top choice for bookings on the HOU to MIA route.
Want a carrier that's known for punctuality? Choose Southwest Airlines. 80.0% of its flights between William P. Hobby Airport and Miami International Airport arrive as scheduled.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your Houston to MIA flight:
Most flights that depart William P. Hobby Airport make it to their destination on schedule. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Miami International Airport (MIA)
Have a late flight from Houston to Miami International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near MIA and fast-forward to bedtime:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Miami International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from A&G Car Hire, MLC or Dollar and explore beyond Miami's main sights.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Houston to Miami International Airport flight.
MIA is located at 4200 N.W. 21 Street.
Getting from Miami International Airport (MIA) to central Miami
Miami International Airport to the centre of Miami is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Miami International Airport (MIA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Miami International Airport is Rs13,053. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs26,106. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Houston to MIA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Houston to Miami International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Miami International Airport (MIA)
July is when most people book flights from Houston to Miami International Airport (MIA). Visit Miami in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Houston to MIA flight ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Miami to range from 26ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Miami International Airport in January when temperatures are between 13ºC and 25ºC.
More about Miami
Start your Miami trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Miami International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Ocean Drive and Beach are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Miami to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out La Playa De Miami.
Explore more of the United States
Cape Coral is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Miami. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Reel Revenge Deep Sea Fishing Charters, Boating Cape Coral and Dolphin Boat Tours LLC.
Around 161 kilometres north of Miami, Port Saint Lucie is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Wilderness Park, Club Med Sandpiper Bay and Savannas Preserve State Park.
