Travelling from Houston to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Houston. Check out your options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when reserving your flight from Houston to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA).
Porto Alegre is two hours ahead of Houston. Salgado Filho International Airport is located in Porto Alegre, which is in the UTC-3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Houston to POA.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Houston to POA even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is an option when flying out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
IAH is about 27 kilometres from central Houston. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
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When it comes to George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.42% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in around 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
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Flights from William P. Hobby Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 81.06% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
The address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
If you have a late flight from Houston to Salgado Filho International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near POA:
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Booking your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Houston to Salgado Filho International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Salgado Filho International Airport (POA) to central Porto Alegre
Salgado Filho International Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Porto Alegre. The time it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Salgado Filho International Airport is $1,344. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,822. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Houston to POA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Houston to Salgado Filho International Airport (POA). October is the peak month for travel to Porto Alegre. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your Houston to POA flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. January is the warmest month in Porto Alegre, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to Salgado Filho International Airport in July when temperatures are between 8ºC and 23ºC.
More about Porto Alegre
Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Salgado Filho International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Porto Alegre:
Your trip to Porto Alegre won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions you can't miss include Botanical Gardens, Centro Historico Cultural Santa Casa and Pinacoteca.
Explore more of Brazil
Pelotas is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be explored after you've seen Porto Alegre. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Grande Hotel de Pelotas, Centro histórico de Pelotas and Praça Dom Joaquim.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Brazil, consider Santa Maria, roughly 257 kilometres west of Porto Alegre. Memorial of Japanese Immigration and Culture, Municipal Park Hills and Calçadão Salvador Isaia are key reasons to visit.
