Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Houston: what you need to know
Houston is five hours behind Edinburgh, where Edinburgh Airport is located. Houston observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your EDI to Houston flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from EDI to Houston with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
EDI is about 11 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Houston, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
67.94% of flights departing from Edinburgh Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Houston
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Houston flight is $1,232. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,568. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from EDI to Houston, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for an Edinburgh Airport to Houston ticket.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from EDI to Houston by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Houston by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Houston, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IAH:
Explore without limits with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and see more of Houston and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from EDI to Houston.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Once your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Houston has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your EDI to Houston flight, kick back at a hotel close to HOU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make picking up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at HOU will help you stay within budget.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Before scheduling your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Houston, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Houston offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
When booking your Edinburgh Airport to Houston flight ticket, think about 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. Search for a cheap ticket from EDI to Houston around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Houston
Once you've booked your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Houston, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Houston:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are leading attractions which should feature on any good Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
San Antonio is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in United States. No visit is complete without checking out Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.