Flying from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Birmingham Airport to Houston Hobby Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
Houston's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Birmingham.
Flights from BHM to HOU start at 05:00 — the first with Southwest Airlines. The latest departure is at 20:05 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of five weekly Birmingham Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your BHM to HOU flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak time like October? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Houston (and then seeing more of the United States!) is a snap with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Birmingham Airport to Houston Hobby Airport.
Southwest Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Southwest Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for BHM to HOU flights, with 83.94% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birmingham Airport to Houston Hobby Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between BHM and HOU include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Dallas Love Field Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham Airport (BHM) to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flight is $127. A return fare right now is $254. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from BHM to HOU, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The cheapest month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Houston Hobby Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Birmingham Airport to Houston Hobby Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham Airport (BHM)
BHM is located at 5900 Airport Highway.
79% of flights that take off from Birmingham Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Birmingham to Birmingham Airport is approximately 14 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BHM? If you're catching an early flight from Birmingham Airport to Houston Hobby Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Birmingham Airport to Houston Hobby Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HOU instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Houston Hobby Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and find adventure across Houston and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Houston Hobby Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
July is the busiest month for flights from Birmingham Airport to Houston Hobby Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Houston in March.
Lock in your flight from Birmingham Airport to Houston Hobby Airport for August if you want to visit Houston during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BHM to HOU in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Houston has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometers west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in the United States, consider Dallas, about 370 kilometers north of Houston. Meyerson Symphony Center, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are among its highlights.
