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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zurich to Houston flights are currently cheapest in January.

Alternative Zurich to Houston routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Zurich to Houston? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Zurich to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$981
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Zurich to Houston: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Houston: Houston Hobby, Houston George Bush Intercntl., Houston Ellington Field, and Galveston.
The best price we found for a return flight from Zurich to Houston is $981. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Zurich to Houston. But we found flights with one or more stops from $981.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Zurich to Houston.
The cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Houston is usually January.
If you're flying from Zurich Airport, the cheapest airport near Houston is Houston George Bush Intercntl. – which is 25.0 km away from the centre of Houston. We've found flights into this airport from $981.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zurich Airport to Houston on Thursday, 15 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Zurich Airport and Houston. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Houston but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Houston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in Houston, when it usually averages around 34°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, British Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Houston.

Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Houston: what you need to know

  • Houston is six hours behind Zurich, where Zurich Airport is located. Houston follows the UTC-5 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your ZRH to Houston flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Travelling from central Zurich to ZRH takes around 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Houston? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to ZRH:

  • 69.02% of flights leaving from Zurich Airport arrive at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Houston

  • $702 is currently the best price for a one-way Zurich Airport to Houston flight. A return flight ticket starts from $981. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • To find cheap flights from ZRH to Houston, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Zurich Airport to Houston throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.

  • Locking in a cheap flight from ZRH to Houston couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you as soon as a deal gets even better.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Zurich Airport to Houston.

Airports in Houston

George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is roughly 19 kilometres from central Houston. Following your flight from Zurich Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.

  • Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near HOU. Unwind and get cosy after your ZRH to Houston flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • The quickest way to reach your destination is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and be off and running.

  • Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from HOU four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.

  • You'll find William P. Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Best time to go to Houston

  • Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Houston. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel prices are typically higher and major attractions can be busy. Go to Houston in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.

  • Lock in a Zurich Airport to Houston flight ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 40ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ZRH to Houston in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC.

More about Houston

Explore more of United States

  • San Antonio is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Houston. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.

  • If you want to check out another major stop in United States, head for Dallas, about 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are highlights.

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