Flying from San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): What you need to know
San Juan's main base, Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Book a direct San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours.
George Bush Intercontinental Airport is located in Houston. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind San Juan.
The most popular route is from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), with 18 direct weekly services. If you're ready to head out sooner, the earliest flight from SJU to IAH is the 2:05am United Airlines service. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 8:45pm with Spirit Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from San Juan to IAH.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in San Juan
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU)
Get to your destination in one go from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Direct flights from San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) can be booked from here.
When taking off from SJU, you can take a direct flight from San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport with United Airlines.
Most travellers choose to fly with United Airlines from SJU to IAH.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from San Juan to IAH. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ)
The journey from central San Juan to SJU takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Luis Munoz Marin International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport, 73.65% arrive on time at their destination.
Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport (SIG)
You can arrive at SIG from the centre of San Juan in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci Airport the day before your San Juan to IAH flight:
About George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
If you're arriving on a late flight from San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near IAH:
Hit the road running by picking up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt to explore Houston and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport flight.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Getting from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport to the centre of Houston is around 21 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Right now, $133 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $290. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from San Juan to IAH if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal is available on flight tickets from San Juan to IAH.
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The best time to fly from San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Plan your visit to Houston in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a San Juan to IAH flight ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Houston to range from 24ºC to 40ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Houston right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from San Juan to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Houston Museum of Natural Science are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Houston itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Holocaust Museum Houston.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Houston, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Travel around 241 kilometres west to Austin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Texas State Capitol to Central Park and Austin Museum of Art, Downtown, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in the United States, head for Corpus Christi, roughly 306 kilometres south-west of Houston. Texas State Aquarium, Bayfront Park and Corpus Christi Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.
