Flying from Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU): What you need to know
Start your trip planning by looking up the most convenient place to catch your flight from Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Explore the options for setting off from Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB), the city's main airports.
The average time for a direct Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport flight is 2 hours 35 minutes.
William P. Hobby Airport is located in Houston. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind Orlando.
With 22 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is the most popular route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6:05am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from MCO to HOU is with Southwest Airlines at 10:35pm.
To ensure you get on your flight from Orlando to HOU, leave enough 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.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
You can jump on a direct flight from Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) leaving from Orlando International Airport (MCO).
When leaving from MCO, you can catch a direct flight from Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport with Southwest Airlines.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Southwest Airlines from MCO to HOU.
Southwest Airlines takes the lead in punctuality. An impressive 82.93% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
To reach MCO from central Orlando, it takes around 20 minutes to drive the 32 kilometres or so.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Orlando International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
78.28% of flights departing from Orlando International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Orlando to SFB in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Orlando Sanford International Airport the day before your Orlando to HOU flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.11%.
About William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near HOU instead:
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Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around four weeks ahead of your Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport flight.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Getting from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to central Houston
Central Houston is about 16 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Currently, Rs21,892 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs43,606. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Orlando to HOU if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
April is the quietest month for flights from Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), 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 Orlando to HOU flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport in January when temperatures are 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. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Orlando to William P. Hobby Airport:
Your trip to Houston should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions that should be on your list 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
Austin is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Houston. Around 241 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Texas State Capitol, Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown.
Corpus Christi is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Houston. No journey is complete without visiting Texas State Aquarium, Bayfront Park and Corpus Christi Cathedral.
