Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): what you need to know
The timezone in Houston is UTC-5, which is 15 hours behind Gold Coast.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your OOL to IAH flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Gold Coast Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a popular stopover on the OOL to IAH route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Right now, $1,744 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $2,257. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from OOL to IAH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Save time looking for cheap flights from OOL to IAH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Gold Coast Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Gold Coast Airport from central Gold Coast, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 40 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near OOL? If you're boarding an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you have a late Gold Coast Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near IAH:
Pick up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and discover Houston and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is approximately 27 kilometres from central Houston. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
The quietest month for a flight from Gold Coast Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Houston based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from Gold Coast Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OOL to IAH in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC and 19ºC then.
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