Flying from Melbourne to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) departing from here.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston. The city operates on the UTC-5 timezone and is 16 hours behind Melbourne.
Your flight from Melbourne to IAH won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to IAH departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
67.71% of flights departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Break up your flight from Melbourne to George Bush Intercontinental Airport with a stop at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD). A major connection between Avalon Airport and IAH, it's the perfect opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
You can get to AVV from central Melbourne in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to IAH flight is a lot easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you just a short drive away.
Avalon Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 80.09% of flights out of here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near IAH:
Go where the road takes you with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and see more of Houston and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Melbourne to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
The centre of Houston is roughly 21 kilometres from George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
At the moment, Rs139,199 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs219,571. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Melbourne to IAH if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Affordable Melbourne to George Bush Intercontinental Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on flight tickets from Melbourne to IAH.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Houston based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Book your Melbourne to IAH flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Houston should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions worth exploring include The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Holocaust Museum Houston.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Houston, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Travel around 241 kilometres west to Austin to tick off its popular sights. From Texas State Capitol to Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in the United States, consider Corpus Christi, about 306 kilometres south-west of Houston. Texas State Aquarium, Bayfront Park and Corpus Christi Cathedral are key reasons to visit.
