Flying from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Houston: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Dubai International Airport to Houston and you'll be in the air for around 14 hours 45 minutes.
Dubai International Airport is located in Dubai. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Houston is ten hours behind Dubai.
The most popular route is from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Take your pick of seven services every week between these two airports. Emirates offers a 09:30 departure between DXB and IAH.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your DXB to Houston flight.
During popular months such as January, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
You can book a direct Dubai International Airport to Houston ticket. Start your journey at DXB and land at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Be on the lookout for deals with Emirates. This airline operates direct flights from Dubai International Airport to Houston.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from DXB to Houston. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near DXB? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai International Airport to Houston, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of the departures from Dubai International Airport, 71% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Houston
The best price we've found for a one-way Dubai International Airport to Houston flight is $879. The cheapest price for a return flight is $991. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from DXB to Houston, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Dubai International Airport to Houston ticket.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DXB to Houston by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai International Airport to Houston.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Houston. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 30 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai International Airport to Houston. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks before your flight from DXB to Houston.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from Dubai International Airport to Houston has arrived, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 50 minutes.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to HOU. Kick back and get cosy after your DXB to Houston flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from HOU four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
The address for Houston Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
July is the most popular month for flights from Dubai International Airport to Houston. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Houston in January.
When booking your Dubai International Airport to Houston plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from DXB to Houston around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dubai International Airport to Houston, check out our selection of hotels including:
Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Houston travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Menil Collection.
Explore more of the United States
Houston has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.
Dallas is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No journey is complete without a visit to Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.
