Traveling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Houston: what you need to know
The timezone in Houston is UTC-5. The city is 13 hours behind Hong Kong, where Hong Kong International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to make your HKG to Houston flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're traveling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from HKG to Houston, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
HKG is around 15 miles from central Hong Kong. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Houston? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to HKG:
73.04% of flights that leave from Hong Kong International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The address for HKG is 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Houston
$464 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Houston flight. A return plane ticket right now is $932. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from HKG to Houston. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 17 miles from the center of Houston. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to IAH if you're coming in on a late flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Houston. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and discover Houston and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from HKG to Houston can help you get the best possible rate.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is about 12 miles from the center of Houston. Once you've hopped off your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Houston, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near HOU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your HKG to Houston flight:
Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make picking up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car simple. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
You can find William P. Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Travel to Houston in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Houston in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Hong Kong International Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 75ºF to 104ºF.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKG to Houston in January when temperatures average between 41ºF and 66ºF.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Houston, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are popular attractions which should feature on every Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Houston, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Journey around 190 miles west to San Antonio to check off its popular sights. From The San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Dallas is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 230 miles north of Houston. No trip is complete without visiting Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
