Travelling from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) to Guatemala City Airport (GUA): what you need to know
Houston and Guatemala City share the same timezone, UTC-6.
Leave enough time to make your HOU to GUA flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Houston Hobby Airport to Guatemala City Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HOU and GUA:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
Cancun Airport
Handy information about Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
When it comes to Houston Hobby Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Houston Hobby Airport from central Houston, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Guatemala City Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to HOU:
Arriving at Guatemala City Airport (GUA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Houston Hobby Airport to Guatemala City Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GUA instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Guatemala City Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or Avis and chase adventure across Guatemala City and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Guatemala City Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Guatemala City Airport (GUA) to central Guatemala City
Guatemala City Airport to the centre of Guatemala City has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Guatemala City Airport (GUA)
The quietest month for a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Guatemala City Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Guatemala City based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Guatemala City Airport for April if you'd like to go to Guatemala City during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 14ºC and 28ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HOU to GUA in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of Guatemala
Mixco is just one of the many places in Guatemala waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Guatemala City. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Las Guacamayas Ecological Park, Panorama San Cristobal Park and Senderos de Alux de San Lucas Sacatepéquez Ecological Park.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Guatemala, head for Villa Nueva, roughly 14 kilometres south-west of Guatemala City. Teleferico de Amatitlan, Municipal La Cerra Regional Park and Naciones Unidas National Park are key reasons to visit.