Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Houston: what you need to know
Houston is 15 hours behind Gold Coast, where Gold Coast Airport is located. Houston follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your OOL to Houston flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your travels. When looking for a flight ticket from OOL to Houston, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) is a popular stop on this route.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Gold Coast, OOL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near OOL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Houston or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights departing from Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Houston
Rs183,067 is currently the best price for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Houston flight. A return flight ticket starts from Rs323,568. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from OOL to Houston if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Scoring cheap tickets from Gold Coast Airport to Houston is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares across the month and score an awesome deal.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The distance from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Gold Coast Airport to Houston. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt to explore Houston and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from OOL to Houston can help you get the lowest rate.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Once your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Houston has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Following your OOL to Houston flight, unwind at a hotel close to HOU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and be on your way in a flash.
Score the best price by securing your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
You'll find William P. Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Plan your trip to Houston during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Gold Coast Airport to Houston in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Gold Coast 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 like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OOL to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Houston right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Houston:
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Houston Museum of Natural Science are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Houston must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Hermann Park.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Dallas is another favourite destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No trip is complete without visiting Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
