Flying from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Cancun International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
Cancun and Houston share the same timezone, UTC-5.
Each week, there are 130 Cancun International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flights. To take off early, opt for the 05:30 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 17:55 with United Airlines.
Your CUN to IAH flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
With direct flights from Cancun International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport available from numerous airlines, flying to Houston (and then other corners of United States) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Frontier Airlines on this route.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers CUN to IAH flights. An impressive 82.02% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cancun International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. These are the top stopovers between CUN and IAH:
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Gen Mariano Escobedo Airport
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
ر.ق. 402 is the lowest price for a one-way Cancun International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. Return flights start at ر.ق. 560. These fares can change based on demand.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CUN to IAH.
The cheapest month for flights from Cancun International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from CUN to IAH.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Cancun International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)
When it comes to Cancun International Airport's on-time performance, 72.87% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Cancun to Cancun International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CUN? If you're catching an early flight from Cancun International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cancun International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Pick up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and discover Houston and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport to central Houston has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The quietest month for a flight from Cancun International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Houston based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Cancun International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CUN to IAH sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Houston, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey about 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, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Dallas is another essential stop in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without experiencing Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
