Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Houston is seven hours behind Athens and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Your ATH to IAH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ATH and IAH:
Philadelphia International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Right now, ر.ق. 1,529 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 3,058. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from ATH to IAH, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
When it comes to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.19% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it takes around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ATH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you have a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near IAH:
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Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
The street address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is roughly 27 kilometres from central Houston. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Houston. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ATH to IAH in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
Houston is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in United States, consider Dallas, about 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.
