Flying from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) to Houston: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Houston is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Lubbock (the location of Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport) and Houston follow the same timezone — UTC-6.
With 30 weekly flights between the two airports, Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from LBB to IAH is with United Airlines at 17:05.
To avoid missing your LBB to Houston flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Start your journey at LBB and travel straight to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). That will be your arrival point when searching for Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Houston tickets.
United Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Houston.
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Lubbock, LBB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near LBB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Houston or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart LBB land on time.
LBB's address is 5401 N. Martin Luther King Blvd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) to Houston
ج.م. 6,336 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Houston flight. A return ticket right now is ج.م. 10,242. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
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Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is around 40 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
It'll take around 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 Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Houston. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks before your flight from LBB to Houston.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Once your flight from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Houston has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
You can expect the trip to take about 50 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your LBB to Houston flight, unwind at a hotel near HOU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Houston Hobby Airport can be found at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Houston. July is the most popular month to visit Houston. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Houston plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 40ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from LBB to Houston around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Houston right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport to Houston:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Menil Collection are must-visits when exploring Houston.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Houston, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 306 kilometres west to San Antonio to check off its leading sights. From San Antonio River Walk to San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in the United States, consider Dallas, about 370 kilometres north of Houston. Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are among its highlights.
