Flying from Houston to La Union Airport (POP): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Houston. Explore your options departing from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) when planning your flight from Houston to La Union Airport (POP).
La Union Airport is located in Puerto Plata. The city runs on the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Houston.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Houston to POP.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Houston to POP. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Houston to La Union Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
78.42% of flights that depart George Bush Intercontinental Airport land at their destination on schedule.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Houston to La Union Airport (POP) out of William P. Hobby Airport.
HOU is about 19 kilometers from central Houston. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Get your vacation started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Houston to POP flight, unwind in one of these hotels near William P. Hobby Airport:
Flights from William P. Hobby Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 81.06% of them landing on schedule.
HOU is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About La Union Airport (POP)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Houston to La Union Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near POP instead:
Travel at your own speed with a La Union Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Europcar or amerirent and experience more of Puerto Plata and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Houston to La Union Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to La Union Airport (POP)
At the moment, $430 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to La Union Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $628. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Houston to POP, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Houston to La Union Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Houston to La Union Airport (POP)
May is the quietest month for flights from Houston to La Union Airport (POP), while March is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Puerto Plata based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Houston to POP plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Puerto Plata, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Houston to La Union Airport in February when temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
More about Puerto Plata
Start your Puerto Plata trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to La Union Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Long Beach, Golden Beach (Playa Dorada) and Teleferico Puerto Plata Cable Car are attractions you won't want to skip in Puerto Plata.
Explore more of the Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is just one of the many places in the Dominican Republic waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Puerto Plata. Around 161 kilometers away to the south-east, top sights here include Alcazar de Colon, The Cathedral of the Americas and República Dominicana - Santo Domingod.
Around 161 kilometers south-east of Puerto Plata, Santo Domingo Este is another favorite stop in the Dominican Republic. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lago los tres ojos, Los Corales Park and National Aquarium.
