Travelling from Detroit to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Detroit's main airport is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Check out your departure options from this terminal when booking flights from Detroit to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
3 hours 6 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Detroit to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston. The city operates in the UTC-5 timezone and is 1 hour behind Detroit.
The most popular route is from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), with 73 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DTW to IAH is the 05:59 Spirit Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:26 with Spirit Airlines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Detroit to IAH.
If you're flying during a popular month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Detroit
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Take off and land with no stops from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Nonstop flights from Detroit to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) operate from here.
Leading airlines that offer direct flights from Detroit to George Bush Intercontinental Airport departing DTW include:
DTW is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Want a handy hotel close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Detroit to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
About George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Detroit to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near IAH:
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
From George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
RM137 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Detroit to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Return flights start from RM274. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
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The best time to fly from Detroit to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
February is the quietest time to travel to Houston. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take your trip in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Detroit to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Before locking in your flight from Detroit to IAH, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Average temperatures range between 5ºC and 19ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Detroit to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
More about Houston
After locking in your flight from Detroit to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
One of the best ways to experience Houston is to explore its most popular sights. Essential stops include The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
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