Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Houston: what you need to know
Houston is eight hours behind Jeddah, where King Abdulaziz International Airport is located. Houston observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your JED to Houston flight.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from JED to Houston with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
To reach JED from central Jeddah, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Houston? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near JED:
81.7% of flights departing from King Abdulaziz International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of JED.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Houston
ج.م. 32,832 is currently the lowest price for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Houston flight. A return flight ticket starts at ج.م. 49,583. These fares may change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from JED to Houston, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you have a late flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near IAH:
Pick up a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and discover Houston and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks before your flight from JED to Houston can help you lock in the best possible rate.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
The centre of Houston is around 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). After your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Houston has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour 40 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near HOU. Settle in and get cosy after your JED to Houston flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a William P. Hobby Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from HOU four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
You can find William P. Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Visit Houston during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Houston during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a King Abdulaziz International Airport to Houston flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 40ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from JED to Houston around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Houston
Start your Houston trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Houston, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Houston Museum of Natural Science are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Houston itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Hermann Park.
Explore more of United States
Houston has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of United States, head for Dallas, roughly 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are among its highlights.
