Travelling from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Houston: what you need to know
Houston is ten hours behind Islamabad, where Islamabad International Airport is located. Houston follows the UTC-5 timezone.
To avoid missing your ISB to Houston flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from ISB to Houston, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
ISB is around 24 kilometres from central Islamabad. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near ISB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Islamabad International Airport to Houston or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Islamabad International Airport, data shows 71.38% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Houston
Rs174,149 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Islamabad International Airport to Houston flight. A return ticket right now is Rs288,090. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from ISB to Houston, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Islamabad International Airport to Houston throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from ISB to Houston by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Islamabad International Airport to Houston.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near IAH if you're coming in on a late flight from Islamabad International Airport to Houston. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and chase adventure across Houston and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from ISB to Houston can help you lock in the lowest rate.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Once your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Houston has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 40 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to HOU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your ISB to Houston flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Pick up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at HOU will help you stay within budget.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Visit Houston in high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Islamabad International Airport to Houston in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Book your Islamabad International Airport to Houston flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ISB to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
Once you've booked your flight from Islamabad International Airport to Houston, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Houston:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are top sights which should be on every Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Houston, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to check off its leading attractions. From The San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
