Flying from Eagle County Airport (EGE) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
Houston is one hour ahead of Vail and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
To ensure you catch your EGE to IAH flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Houston (and then seeing more of United States!) is a cinch with United Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Eagle County Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
United Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering EGE to IAH flights, with 70.91% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Eagle County Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between EGE and IAH:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eagle County Airport (EGE) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
At the moment, $522 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Eagle County Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $730. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from EGE to IAH if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from Eagle County Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from EGE to IAH.
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Handy information about Eagle County Airport (EGE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Eagle County Airport, 64.88% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Vail to Eagle County Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near EGE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Eagle County Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you're arriving on a late Eagle County Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near IAH:
Travel at your own speed with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and experience more of Houston and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
From George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Houston is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Eagle County Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Houston. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from Eagle County Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap tickets from EGE to IAH around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've done Houston, now it's time to discover more of United States. Journey about 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to check off its top attractions. From The San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major stop in 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.
