Flying from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Houston: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Houston.
Southwest Florida International Airport is located in Fort Myers. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Houston is one hour behind Fort Myers.
The busiest route is from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You can choose from 17 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from RSW to IAH is the 07:00 United Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 17:15 with United Airlines.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your RSW to Houston flight.
Travelling during a popular month like March? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct Southwest Florida International Airport to Houston ticket. Start your journey at RSW and arrive at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Look out for deals with United Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Houston.
Travelling from central Fort Myers to RSW takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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78% of flights that depart Southwest Florida International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The address for RSW is 11000 Terminal Access Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to Houston
$271 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Southwest Florida International Airport to Houston flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $505. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from RSW to Houston if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Book a hotel close to IAH if you're coming in on a late flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Houston. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from RSW to Houston.
The street address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Central Houston is around 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). After your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Houston has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 50 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near HOU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your RSW to Houston flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from HOU four weeks in advance often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Houston Hobby Airport is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
July is the most popular month for flights from Southwest Florida International Airport to Houston. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Houston in January.
Lock in a Southwest Florida International Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 40ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RSW to Houston in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Southwest Florida International Airport to Houston, explore our range of hotels including:
Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building are a couple of big attractions to add to your Houston to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Menil Collection.
Explore more of the United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
Dallas is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No trip is complete without dropping by Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.


