Flying from Piarco International Airport (POS) to Houston: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 5 hours 30 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Piarco International Airport to Houston.
Houston is one hour behind Port Of Spain, where Piarco International Airport is located. Houston runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
The most popular route is from Piarco International Airport (POS) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Choose from seven weekly services between these two airports. United Airlines offers a 00:30 departure between POS and IAH.
To avoid missing your POS to Houston flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
You can book a direct Piarco International Airport to Houston ticket. Start your journey at POS and touch down at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Check out the deals with United Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Piarco International Airport to Houston.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from POS to Houston. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
POS is around 19 kilometres from central Port Of Spain. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel near POS? If you're boarding an early flight from Piarco International Airport to Houston, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Piarco International Airport, 78.97% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Piarco International Airport (POS) to Houston
The best price we've seen for a one-way Piarco International Airport to Houston flight is P15,668. The cheapest price for a return flight is P33,323. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from POS to Houston by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for bagging a bargain.
May is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Piarco International Airport to Houston tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to the centre of Houston takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Piarco International Airport to Houston, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near IAH:
Grab a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car and explore Houston and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks before your flight from POS to Houston can help you get the best possible rate.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Once your flight from Piarco International Airport to Houston has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 19 kilometres from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to drop your things at near HOU. Unwind and get cosy after your POS to Houston flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Easirent, Dollar and Thrifty make collecting a William P. Hobby Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from HOU four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
William P. Hobby Airport can be found at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Visit Houston in high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Piarco International Airport to Houston in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Piarco International Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from POS to Houston in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Houston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Houston right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Piarco International Airport to Houston:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Houston.
Explore more of United States
Houston has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
If you want to check out another side of United States, head for Dallas, about 370 kilometres north of Houston. Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art are key reasons to visit.