Tickets to Houston

Straggling, plush, affable, cosmopolitan and flamboyant, Houston is one of the USA's most urbane corners! With its striking architecture, thought-provoking museums, interesting art galleries, a wild smorgasbord of attractions, a range of exciting activities and above all, welcoming and upbeat natives, the city never fails to entrance its visitors. Some of the most popular attractions in the city include Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Zoo, The Galleria, Space Centre, Miller Outdoor Theatre, Minute Maid Park, Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk, Menil Collection, Toyota Centre, The Health Museum, WetnWild Splash Town, House of Blues, Lakewood Church, Alley Theatre, Rothko Chapel and Bayou Place.

George Bush Intercontinental Airport, (IATA: IAH) is the major international airport that greets passengers booking air tickets to Houston. The airport features 5 different passenger terminals that are connected by complimentary above-ground TermaLink train. The airport is located 35kms north of Houston and is well connected to the rest of the city via public transport options. The airport is highly renowned for its modish set of passenger friendly services and facilities including plush lounges, several retail outlets, more than 50 retail outlets and all-day dining options, swish cafes and bars, currency exchange booths and several ATMS scattered throughout the complex.

Houston's major airport, George Bush Intercontinental Airport greets flights from all over the world including the UK. Particularly from the key airports in the UK, a number of popular global airlines operate several scheduled direct/indirect flights to the city making it easy for the budget travellers to grab seats aboard cheap flights to Houston. British Airways, Lufthansa, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, US Airways, KLM and Virgin Atlantic are some other popular European and American carriers that offer direct/indirect flights on UK-Houston route. British Airways operates direct flights between LHR and Houston and takes around 9-10hrs to complete the journey.

The city of Houston simply bursts at its seams with host of accommodation options that widely range from luxury and cheap. The city is home to several popular luxury hotels that ensure ultimate comfort for sybarites. Some of the recommended hotels in the luxury segments are Westin Oaks, DoubleTree Suites by Hilton, Renaissance Houston, The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa, or the InterContinental Houston. But the city is not completely devoid of cheap options for budget travellers on flights to the city. Hampton Inn and Suites, Days Inn and Suites, La Quinta Inn and Suites or Comfort Suites are just some of the many pocket-friendly options for those who crave for budgeted luxuries.

The spring and autumn season of March to May and October to November are considered to be the peak travel time for Houston. Owing to agreeable climate and pleasant weather, these months make for the best time to indulge in outdoor activities and sightseeing in the region. However, peak travel time brings in huge crowds and skyrocketing prices and it is important to book air tickets to the city well in advance. The winter months of December to February remain another ideal time to visit the city. Owing to intense heat and high humidity, summer months of June to August are best avoided by visitors planning holidays to Houston.