Travelling from Toronto to Houston: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from Toronto to Houston. Explore your options for departing Toronto from Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
When it comes to planning your arrival in Houston, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) are the chief entry points.
Around 3 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Toronto to Houston flight.
Houston is one hour behind Toronto and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 28 flights a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Toronto to Houston is with Air Canada at 19:45. Opt for the first YYZ to IAH departure operated by United Airlines at 06:10 to make the most of your arrival in Houston.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Toronto to Houston flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Houston
To score cheap Toronto to Houston flights, reserve your journey two months before your departure.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Toronto to Houston is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Take off from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) on a nonstop flight from Toronto to Houston. From YYZ, you can land directly at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Reserve your Toronto to Houston plane tickets with United Airlines. This airline is a top pick for direct flights from YYZ.
The journey from central Toronto to YYZ takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Toronto to Houston or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of all flights departing from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
With public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in around 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Toronto to Houston? Kick back in a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your holiday officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance of 62%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From the centre of Toronto, YKF is around 80 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make taking an early Toronto to Houston flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to the check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights land without delays. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
Arriving in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) is approximately 21 kilometres from central Houston. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Reserve a hotel close to IAH if you're coming in on a late flight from Toronto to Houston. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and find adventure across Houston and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Houston. After your flight from Toronto to Houston, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you hop on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near HOU. Kick back after your Toronto to Houston flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and get going in the blink of an eye.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from HOU four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
July is the busiest month for flights from Toronto to Houston. To avoid the crowds, go to Houston in February.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 40ºC. Book your Toronto to Houston ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 5ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Houston around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Houston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Houston right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Houston:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Houston itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Houston has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Dallas is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north of Houston. No trip is complete without visiting Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.
