Flying from Denver to Houston: what you need to know
Denver's main airport is Denver International Airport (DEN). Check out your options for departing from this base when searching for flights from Denver to Houston.
The major arrival points in Houston are George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Around 2 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Denver to Houston flight.
The timezone in Houston is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Denver.
The most popular route for flights from Denver to Houston is from Denver International Airport (DEN) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). There are 79 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DEN to IAH is the 05:00 United Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 21:30 with Southwest Airlines.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Denver to Houston flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at security and check-in. Be on the safe side and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and four hours ahead of international departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver to Houston
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Denver to Houston is ر.ق. 286. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 557. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Get cheap Denver to Houston flights by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
May is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Denver to Houston. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Take off from Denver International Airport (DEN) and fly straight through to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). If you're searching for a direct flight from Denver to Houston out of DEN, those are your landing points.
Top carriers that offer direct Denver to Houston plane tickets departing from DEN include:
Located around 31 kilometres from central Denver, DEN can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your flight from Denver to Houston off to a relaxed start. Just a quick drive from Denver International Airport, spend the night at Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Denver International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.23% of flights that take off from DEN arrive at their destination as scheduled.
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Arriving in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 21 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Denver to Houston, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near IAH:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and venture far and wide through Houston and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is around 16 kilometres from central Houston. After your flight from Denver to Houston, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near HOU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Denver to Houston:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and make a speedy getaway.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from HOU four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
July is the most popular month for flights from Denver to Houston. To escape the crowds, go to Houston in February.
Before locking in your Denver to Houston tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from Denver to Houston around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Denver to Houston, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
The Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Houston must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hermann Park.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Houston. Around 306 kilometres to the west, check out popular attractions including The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
If you're looking to explore another side of United States, consider Dallas, roughly 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.
