Flying from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW): What you need to know
Your trip gets off the ground at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) departing from either of these.
2 hours 25 minutes is the average duration of a direct Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport flight.
The timezone in Fort Myers is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Houston. Southwest Florida International Airport is located in Fort Myers.
The most popular route is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), with 15 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from IAH to RSW is the 7:50am United Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 8pm with United Airlines.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Houston to RSW.
With more travellers during peak seasons, plan 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 Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) leave from this terminal.
You'll find a direct flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport with United Airlines. This popular airline offers services from IAH.
United Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from IAH to RSW.
United Airlines ranks highest for on-time performance. A dependable 81.88% of its departures on this route complete the journey on schedule.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Houston, IAH can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Of the flights that depart from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% land on time at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can book a direct Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) flight ticket with departures from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Work out whether departing from HOU makes the most sense for you.
You can board a direct flight from Houston to RSW with Southwest Airlines. This is one of the top carriers that operates this route out of HOU.
On the HOU to RSW route, Southwest Airlines is the go-to airline for most travellers.
Southwest Airlines is the most consistently on-time carrier operating flights between William P. Hobby Airport and Southwest Florida International Airport.
HOU is around 19 kilometres from central Houston. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Houston to RSW flight? Kick back in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Most flights that leave William P. Hobby Airport reach their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
Consider booking a hotel close to RSW if you're catching a late flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport. Choose one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Hit the road running by picking up a Southwest Florida International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Easirent and explore beyond Fort Myers's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around two weeks before your Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport flight.
You'll find RSW at 11000 Terminal Access Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport is Rs25,193. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs38,057. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap flights from Houston to RSW, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). October is the peak month for travel to Fort Myers. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in May.
The warmest month in Fort Myers is August, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Houston to RSW flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC.
More about Fort Myers
Start your Fort Myers trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Southwest Florida International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Edison & Ford Winter Estates and Beach Buddy Tours-Cape Coral Dolphin Tours are a couple of top attractions to add to your Fort Myers to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Burroughs Home & Gardens.
Explore more of the United States
Miami is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Fort Myers. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Ocean Drive, Beach and La Playa De Miami.
Around 177 kilometres north-west of Fort Myers, Tampa is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Super Bowl, Busch Gardens Tampa and The Florida Aquarium.