Flying from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Houston: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 51 minutes.
Houston is 1 hour behind Pittsburgh, where Pittsburgh International Airport is located. Houston operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
With 31 weekly flights between the two airports, Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the busiest route. United operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from PIT to IAH is with Spirit Airlines at 20:54.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from PIT to Houston.
Flying during a peak month like July? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a nonstop flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston that lands at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
You'll find a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston, such as:
Once you've booked cheap tickets from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another valid form of identification, like an ID card or driver's licence, you're ready to go.
Central Pittsburgh to PIT is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 24 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near PIT. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Houston
$60 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston. Return flights start at $120. These prices may change depending on availability.
Score cheap tickets from PIT to Houston by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston is about 20 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 49 minutes.
Book a hotel close to IAH if you're catching a late flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
As soon as your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 22 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour and 42 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near HOU. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from PIT to Houston at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Houston
July is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Houston, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from PIT to Houston around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Houston right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Houston:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are major attractions which should be on every Houston itinerary.
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