Traveling from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU): what you need to know
Fort Lauderdale's main airport is Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Check out your options for flying out of this base when searching for your flights from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
Expect to be traveling for 2 hours 48 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport.
The timezone in Houston is UTC-5, which is 1 hour behind Fort Lauderdale. William P. Hobby Airport is located in Houston.
With 13 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is the most popular route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:00. If you prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last departure from FLL to HOU is with Southwest Airlines at 20:15.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Fort Lauderdale to HOU.
With more people on the move during busy months like July, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You can jump on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) departing from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL).
Southwest Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport jetting out of FLL.
The distance from central Fort Lauderdale to FLL is approximately 8 kilometers. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Have an early flight from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport:
About William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HOU instead:
Getting from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to central Houston
From William P. Hobby Airport, Houston is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 22 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling to the center on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour and 42 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
$88 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport. Return flights start from $188. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
It's best to book 8 months ahead. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to score cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to HOU then.
To snag the lowest price on your tickets from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport, book your trip for May (it has the cheapest flights). Flexible on when you travel? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to zero in on the most affordable day to fly.
Set up a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when fares go down. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Fort Lauderdale to HOU.
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The best time to fly from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Houston. Alternatively, join the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your flights from Fort Lauderdale to HOU in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport in January when temperatures average between 5ºC and 19ºC.
More about Houston
After locking in your flight from Fort Lauderdale to William P. Hobby Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Houston:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are top attractions which should feature on every Houston itinerary.
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