Travelling from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) to Houston: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Houston is 2 hours 25 minutes.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport is located in Mexico City. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Houston is one hour ahead of Mexico City.
The busiest route is from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). There are seven weekly services between these two airports. Aeromexico offers a 16:35 departure between NLU and IAH.
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 NLU to Houston flight.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Houston tickets are available for booking. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) will be where your journey ends.
Book your seat with Aeromexico. This popular airline operates direct flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Houston.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing for flight tickets from NLU to Houston, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Cancun International Airport (CUN)
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport (MTY)
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Mexico City, NLU can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of arriving at the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Houston, consider Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport. It's a quick drive from NLU.
When it comes to Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport's on-time performance, 67.58% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) to Houston
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Houston flight is Rs29,049. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs49,047. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from NLU to Houston, book your trip one month ahead of your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Houston tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from NLU to Houston by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base 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 opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Houston. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Pick up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and explore Houston and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from NLU to Houston.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Once your flight from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Houston has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to HOU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your NLU to Houston flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab queues. Pick up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare rates and availability from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HOU can land you a better rate.
You'll find William P. Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Visit Houston during peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Houston in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Houston flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NLU to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
After booking your flight from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport to Houston, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Houston Museum of Natural Science are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Houston travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hermann Park.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Houston, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to tick off its popular sights. From The San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral, your itinerary will be busy.
Dallas is another well-known destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without dropping by Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
