Travelling from Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU): What you need to know
Houston has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) taking off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 25 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base flight.
The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Houston. Santa Lucia Air Force Base is located in Mexico City.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Santa Lucia Air Force Base (NLU) is the busiest route, with 7 direct services each week. You can get from IAH to NLU on Aeromexico's 8:55am departure.
To ensure you catch your flight from Houston to NLU, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
In high season, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can jump on a direct flight from Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
When departing from IAH, you can catch a direct flight from Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport with Aeromexico.
Aeromexico is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from IAH to NLU.
Aeromexico is the most punctual carrier. A reliable 96.72% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of all flights departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Here's where you can connect between William P. Hobby Airport and NLU:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (PVR)
HOU is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Houston to NLU flight? Relax in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Flights from William P. Hobby Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 81.06% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Consider staying at Verticca Hotel after your flight from Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. It's a quick drive from NLU and a good option if you're eager to get some rest right away.
Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around one week before your Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport flight.
Getting from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) to central Mexico City
The centre of Mexico City is about 32 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of time.
It takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
Rs29,260 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. A return flight starts from Rs62,970. These fares can change depending on availability.
To snap up cheap flights from Houston to NLU, book your ticket five months before your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
April is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU), while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Mexico City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Houston to NLU flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 28ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC and 23ºC.
More about Mexico City
Start your Mexico City trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Historic Centre (Centro Historico), Zócalo and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe are popular attractions which should be on any good Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
Puebla is just one of the many places in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Mexico City. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Zócalo de Puebla and Centro Histórico de Puebla.
Morelia is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 225 kilometres west of Mexico City. No trip is complete without a visit to Letras Morelia Catedral, Templo de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. And Palacio Municipal de Morelia.
