Travelling from Minneapolis to Houston: what you need to know
Kick off your travels at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP), the main airport in Minneapolis. Search for flights from Minneapolis to Houston that fly out of this terminal.
The major gateways to Houston are Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) and Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
Around 2 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Minneapolis to Houston flight.
Minneapolis and Houston follow the same timezone, UTC-6.
The most popular route for flights from Minneapolis to Houston is from Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH). You can choose from 43 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from MSP to IAH is the 07:00 Delta Air Lines service. If you prefer travelling later, the latest available service is at 20:00 with Delta Air Lines.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your Minneapolis to Houston flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Houston
ج.م. 4,095 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Houston. A return flight starts from ج.م. 8,222. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
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Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP)
Begin your trip at Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP), which offers multiple direct flights from Minneapolis to Houston. From MSP, you can fly nonstop to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
Choose from a range of airlines offering direct Minneapolis to Houston plane tickets with departures from MSP, including:
Located around 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Minneapolis to Houston? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Minneapolis St Paul Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Minneapolis St Paul Airport, 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
The distance from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to central Houston is approximately 26 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to IAH if you're coming in on a late flight from Minneapolis to Houston. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Houston's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport around three weeks before your trip.
The address for IAH is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Central Houston is located around 16 kilometres from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). After your flight from Minneapolis to Houston has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near HOU. Settle in and get cosy after your Minneapolis to Houston flight at one of these well-located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Houston Hobby Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from HOU four weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
You'll find Houston Hobby Airport at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Minneapolis to Houston. July is the busiest month to travel to Houston. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in September.
Lock in a Minneapolis to Houston ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Houston to range from 24ºC to 40ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Houston in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Houston
Once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Houston, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Houston:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Audrey Jones Beck Building at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection are popular attractions which should feature on any good Houston itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
San Antonio is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Houston. Around 306 kilometres to the west, its top attractions include San Antonio River Walk, Selena Quintanilla Mural and Historic Market Square.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in the United States, head for Dallas, roughly 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.
