Flying from Houston to Singapore: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Houston to Singapore. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are Houston's main airports.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Singapore, Changi International Airport (SIN) and Seletar Airport (XSP) are the primary gateways.
Singapore is 13 hours ahead of Houston and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Houston to Singapore flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Singapore
To pick up cheap Houston to Singapore flights, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
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Flying from Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
We make it a cinch to book a Houston to Singapore flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
IAH is around 21 kilometres from central Houston. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Houston to Singapore? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
Of all flights leaving George Bush Intercontinental Airport, 78.42% land on time at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Consider adding a stop at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). It's a major stopover on a Houston to Singapore flight out of William P. Hobby Airport. Use a long layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a quick break to freshen up at the airport.
You can reach HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near William P. Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to Singapore:
William P. Hobby Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 81% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) is approximately 18 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Houston to Singapore, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SIN:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Changi International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Singapore and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Changi International Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is about 14 kilometres from central Singapore. Once you've hopped off your flight from Houston to Singapore, it takes approximately 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 25 minutes.
After your flight from Houston to Singapore, rest your head at a hotel close to XSP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Singapore
April is the busiest month for flights from Houston to Singapore. To skip the crowds, visit Singapore in February.
Before locking in your Houston to Singapore tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Singapore, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 31ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap flights from Houston to Singapore around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Singapore right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Houston to Singapore:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore are highlights which should be on every Singapore itinerary.